Diana Ross & RAYE Headline Brighton Pride 2026

Brighton & Hove Pride has unveiled its star-studded headliners for 2026, with global icon Diana Ross and BRIT Award-winning sensation RAYE set to top the bill for the festival's milestone 35th anniversary celebration.

The announcement, made on February 4, 2026, has sent waves of excitement through the LGBTQ+ community and music fans alike. The two-day event returns to Preston Park in Brighton on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, 2026, combining massive main-stage performances with parades, community events, and fundraising for local LGBTQ+ causes.

Saturday, August 1: RAYE Takes the Stage

RAYE, the unstoppable British talent behind hits like "Escapism," "Worth It," and her chart-topping album My 21st Century Blues, headlines Saturday. Fresh off her record-breaking BRIT Awards success and multiple sold-out tours, RAYE promises to deliver a high-energy set packed with her empowering anthems, new music, and her signature blend of pop, R&B, and dance vibes.

Organisers highlighted RAYE's lifelong admiration for Diana Ross, making the weekend lineup feel like a dream collaboration across generations. Fans can expect her to bring the party atmosphere that has made her one of the UK's most in-demand live performers.

Sunday, August 2: Diana Ross Closes the Festival

Soul and Motown legend Diana Ross headlines Sunday, bringing timeless classics like "I'm Coming Out," "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Upside Down," and "Stop! In the Name of Love" to Preston Park. At 81, Ross continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her commanding presence, glamorous style, and powerful vocals.

Her appearance marks a major coup for the festival, aligning with Pride's tradition of celebrating LGBTQ+ icons who have shaped queer culture. Ross's anthems have long been staples at Pride events, and her headline slot promises an emotional, uplifting finale to the weekend.

A Milestone 35th Anniversary Celebration

Brighton & Hove Pride remains the UK's largest and most popular Pride festival, drawing hundreds of thousands for its vibrant parade through the city streets on Saturday, followed by Pride on the Park at Preston Park. The 2026 edition celebrates 35 years of promoting equality, visibility, and community support.

Past headliners include Mariah Carey, Kylie Minogue, Girls Aloud, Christina Aguilera, and Jess Glynne, setting a high bar that this year's lineup proudly upholds. More acts for both main stage and dance arenas will be announced soon.

Tickets and How to Join

Pre-sale access opened shortly after the headliner reveal, with general tickets going on sale soon after. Fans are advised to sign up via the official Brighton Pride website (brighton-pride.org) or Pride on the Park waitlist for priority access, as these shows are expected to sell out quickly.

Whether you're there for RAYE's modern bangers, Diana Ross's legendary catalog, the electric parade atmosphere, or the chance to celebrate Pride in one of the UK's most welcoming cities, Brighton & Hove Pride 2026 is shaping up to be unmissable. Get ready for a weekend of music, love, and liberation!

Source - https://www.heart.co.uk/events/diana-ross-raye-brighton-and-hove-pride-2026/

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