Manchester Village Pride adds Cascada, DJ Sammy and more to 2026 lineup
The event has expanded its 2026 lineup with a list of new performers joining a bank holiday weekend packed with pop, drag and LGBTQ+ entertainment in the heart of Manchester.
Skiddle Staff
Date published: 20th May 2026
Manchester Village Pride has announced another wave of acts set to appear across this year’s bank holiday celebrations in the heart of the city’s Gay Village.
Taking place from Friday 28th to Monday 31st August, the 2026 edition will now feature eurodance favourites Cascada and DJ Sammy among its growing lineup, alongside previously announced names including Nadine Coyle and Danny Beard.
The latest additions also include Manchester favourite Meek, Just The Brave, FeyiSola & Zelah, Yshee Black, Adam Rickitt and Absolute Britney.
Also joining the bill are Zahirah, Pam Sandwich and Sam Buttery, alongside returning names already confirmed on the lineup including Booty Luv & Big Brovaz, Freemasons featuring Katherine Ellis, Alison Jiear, Gladys Duffy, Ky Kelly, Misty Chance, Shania Pain and Michelle Lawson.
Known for bringing huge pop performances, drag entertainment and LGBTQ+ club culture to Manchester city centre each bank holiday weekend, Manchester Village Pride remains one of the biggest celebrations in the city’s LGBTQ+ calendar.
More acts are still expected to be announced. Get your tickets below.
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Friday 28th August - Tuesday 1st September 2026
12:00pm til 6:00am
Cascada, DJ Sammy, Freemasons, Nadine Coyle, Big Brovaz , Booty Luv, Adam Rickitt, Katherine Ellis, Danny Beard, Alison Jiear
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