- Nottingham’s LYVIA, Manchester-based collective Ghetto Fabulous and The Harry Styles Show with Sean Mac are the first acts announced for the main stage.
- Hosting duties will be led by Liv Presents, Marilyn Sane and Nana Arthole, who will be returning to the main stage to guide audiences through the day’s programme.
- They will be joined by local drag talent Bella Bestia, Priscilla Shona Krakow, Vayne and Arthur Itis, plus a special performance from the winner of Nottingham Drag Pageant: All Stars.
NOTTS PRIDE has announced the first wave of main stage performers for its 2026 event, with the celebration returning on Saturday 25 July to transform Nottingham city centre into a vibrant day of pride, protest and joy.
This year’s line-up from the region’s largest free Pride party brings together a mix of local artists and nationally recognised acts, reflecting the diversity and creative energy at the heart of the event.
Returning to the Pride stage following her 2023 debut is Nottingham artist LYVIA, a viral sensation known for her social media videos filmed on Maid Marian Way. Shaped by the city’s spoken word scene, her return to Notts Pride marks a full-circle moment, bringing her back to the place that helped define her as a performer rooted in authenticity, community and queer expression.
Also among the confirmed performers is Manchester-based ballroom and queer collective Ghetto Fabulous, a leading QTBIPOC arts organisation known for its high-energy fusion of vogue, runway and dance. The group, which tours nationally and internationally, is recognised for amplifying underrepresented voices through dynamic, joy-led performances.
Completing the first wave of performers is The Harry Styles Show with Sean Mac, a touring tribute performance seen at Pride events across the UK and beyond. The show features a setlist spanning Harry Styles’ discography, paired with signature styling and interactive singalong moments designed to create a celebratory, high-energy atmosphere for audiences.
Commenting on the announcement, Leigh Ellis, chair of Nottinghamshire Pride, said:
“This first wave of acts really captures what Notts Pride is about, from internationally touring queer performance collectives like Ghetto Fabulous, to homegrown talent like LYVIA who will be returning to a city that has always supported her journey. We’re also really excited to be welcoming high-energy crowd favourites like The Harry Styles Show too.
“This year’s line-up reflects both the scale of Notts Pride today and the communities that make it possible, bringing together artists, performers and audiences from across Nottinghamshire and beyond. We’re proud to share this first glimpse of what will be an unforgettable day and look forward to announcing further additions to the line-up very soon.”
Returning to host the main stage are crowd-favourites Liv Presents, Marilyn Sane and Nana Arthole, who will be joined by performances from local Nottingham drag stars Bella Bestia, Priscilla Shona Krakow, Vayne, Arthur Itis and Climax.
Adding to the excitement, audiences will also see a special performance from the winner of the first ever Nottingham Drag Pageant: All Stars, which is set to take place at Nottingham Arts Theatre on Friday 19 June, featuring nine of the region’s fiercest competitors.
With the main stage returning to Sneinton Market, Notts Pride 2026 will build on the success of last year’s event, which welcomed more than 10,000 attendees. Fringe events will also take place across Hockley and the Rainbow Quarter, expanding the celebration across the city centre.
Craig Martin, vice chair of Nottinghamshire Pride, added:
“This year’s line-up really shows the breadth of what Notts Pride stands for. Each act reflects a different part of our community, from emerging voices to established performers, all coming together to celebrate visibility, creativity and pride in Nottingham.
“We’re proud to be building a programme that not only showcases incredible talent but also strengthens the sense of connection between audiences and performers. Seeing so many different styles, stories and experiences represented on the main stage is what makes Notts Pride so special, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone to what promises to be an unforgettable day in the city.”
Notts Pride is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers and funded through sponsorship and donations. For almost 30 years, it has remained a proudly community-led celebration, created by and for Nottingham, with all income reinvested into delivering the city’s annual Pride event and supporting LGBTQ+ communities year-round.
Notts Pride 2026 is made possible through the support of principal sponsor Sladen Estates, whose ongoing commitment helps bring the celebration to life each year. The 2026 headline sponsor is It’s in Nottingham, with E.ON as gold sponsor. Other sponsors for 2026 include SDL Surveying, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Cartwright.
Further sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 event are now open, with organisers calling on businesses, organisations and community groups from across Nottinghamshire to show their support.
Anyone interested in sponsoring the event or in volunteering, can find more details at www.nottspride.co.uk or by following @nottspride on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
For further updates about this year’s Notts Pride event, visit www.nottspride.co.uk.
To enquire about sponsorship opportunities or volunteer involvement, email nottspride@cartwrightagency.com.
Posted on 28 May 2026
