2024 Pride Events in South Devon

As with many other counties, here in Devon we have a large LGBTQIA+ community, and Pride is usually a big affair in some of out towns and cities. In February we honour LGBT history and Pride is officially celebrated in June. It’s a month where we honour, celebrate and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as recognise the need for acceptance and equality for those who define themselves as such. Here in South Devon we have a few pride and LGBT+ events happening throughout the month, and later on in the summer so take a read of the list below.  

Plymouth Pride – 5th August

Plymouth Pride is back for 2024! Starting at the iconic Smeaton’s Tower on The Hoe, the Plymouth Pride March will commence at 11am to Central Park. Afterwards, enjoy the festivites and live music of Pride in the Park from 12-8pm!

Exmouth Pride – 22nd June

Scheduled for June 22, 2024, at Manor Gardens, Exmouth Pride offers live music, stalls and a lively atmosphere. This free event has been a staple since 2015, promoting LGBTQIA+ visibility and equality in East Devon. Throughout the day they’ll have an excellent programme of events and live music from local bands and musicians. 2025's event will take place on 21st June.

Dartmouth Pride - 30th June

Launched in 2021, Dartmouth Pride has created a welcoming space for our local LGBTQ+ community to connect. This year they're holding their biggest Pride event yet kicking off the day at 12pm with a newly organised Pride Walk from Coronation Park to Dartmouth Castle. This is followed by a social event at Dartmouth's Old Market where people can enjoy food, drinks and socialising our fellow LGBTQ+ community & Allies from Dartmouth & our surrounding areas. 

Tavi Pride – 6th July

Tavistock’s annual pride event will occur on the 6th July. The event kicks off with a parade at midday to the meadows. Then throughout the afternoon there will a festival-style event and a picnic in the park with music and other family-friendly activities followed by an after party at Tavistock Wharf!

Torbay Pride - 6th - 8th September

Torbay Pride returns to The Bay in September 2024 for a whole weekend of festivities! Kick starting the event on the 6th, there will be s selection of pop-up events throughout the bay led by various businesses such as offers on lunch, comedy, live music a nd much more. Then on the 7th the free family event will take place on Torre Abbey Meadows, including a Pride Parade. Gathering from 11 am from the Princess Gardens, the parade will head to Torre Abbey meadows where the main event and stage will come alive, featuring local catering, bars, stall holders, entertainment, and acts with something for everyone! And finally on the 8th, enjoy live music and entertainment, catering and bars plus the market village.

Teignmouth Pride - 13th & 15th September

The Teigmmouth Pride celebration will take place on the weekend of 13th - 15th September. Their event on Friday 13th will start in the late afternoon with entertainment in Hollands Road. Saturday 14th will include a full entertainment programme with a street market in The Triangle with a finish on Sunday 15th early evening.

We hope you all have a happy and safe Pride month and can celebrate who you are, not just during these days but all year round. At Visit South Devon, we do not aim to be political, however respect and accepting people as they are is a fundamental human right and has nothing to do with politics. If you are struggling with your identity, please seek out the necessary advice to allow you to be your true self. Everybody has the right to love and be whoever they want. 

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