For the first time Canal Street Kings will be marching in Manchester Pride Parade!!
And we want YOU!!
The iconic Manchester Village Pride Parade returns on Saturday, 29 August 2026. The parade will wind through the city, finishing in the Village – the birthplace of Pride in Manchester over forty years ago. The exact route will be announced soon.
OFFICIAL Theme: No Place Like Home
This year’s theme, inspired by The Wizard of Oz, celebrates homecoming and Manchester’s reputation as a welcoming, safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. Expect vibrant displays honouring the city and its diverse residents.
CSK THEME: PINK PINK PINK
This year, trans voices, have been squashed, under represented, and twisted to fit the toxic narrative that we are dangerous and immoral. It's sad but, There is no place like home for us in 2026, so we invite you to wear your loudest, brightest, biggest, Hot Pink outfit to march with us!
Come in Drag or come as you are!
Please sign up if you are a Trans/Non-binary individual, a Drag King, or have supported CSK in any way over the last 3 years, Grab yourself a slot and we will reach out with more details via email.