Dublin Pride: What’s on around the city this weekend

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• Weekend highlights
  • Stateside Pride Party — Lost Lane (Friday, 26 June)
  • Pride Comedy Show — The International (Friday, 26 June)
  • Dublin Pride Parade (Saturday, 27 June)
  • Mother Pride Block Party — Hosted by Panti Bliss
  • Dublin Pride at The George
  • Make your own boob pot — This Must Be the Place, Smithfield (Sunday, 28 June)
  • Sunday Social — NoLita (Sunday, 28 June)
  • Post-Pride Bingo with Shirley Temple Bar — The George (Sunday, 28 June)
  • Win, Lose, or Drag — The George (Monday, 29 June)
  • Putt in Pride — Pitch, Dawson Street (Tuesday, 30 June)

Pride weekend in Dublin brings a packed programme of parties, performances and community events across the city. From the city-centre parade to club nights and quieter workshops, there are options for big nights out and low-key celebrations alike.

Weekend highlights

Stateside Pride Party — Lost Lane (Friday, 26 June)

Lost Lane hosts a headline club night on Friday, promising a high-energy setlist and a party atmosphere that aims to keep people dancing late. The bill features current pop acts Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress, with DJs, sing-alongs and colourful on-site activations including giveaways and photo moments.

Pride Comedy Show — The International (Friday, 26 June)

If you prefer laughter to late-night dancing, the International stages a Pride-themed comedy night the same evening. Line-up highlights include Hellenna Cell and Tera Kilbride. Tickets start from about €8.41.

Dublin Pride Parade (Saturday, 27 June)

The city’s main march remains the weekend’s focal point. Each year more than 100,000 people take part in the parade, which is free to attend and does not require registration for spectators.

It sets off at 12.30pm on Saturday and runs for roughly two hours. Community groups also accept applications from those who wish to join the procession.

Mother Pride Block Party — Hosted by Panti Bliss

Mother’s weekend events begin on Friday evening from 6pm to 11pm, featuring DJ sets from Peaches, Tara Kumar, Marty Guilfoyle, Jen Payne, Pixie Woo, Naomi Diamond and other Mother DJs.

The main block-party continues on Saturday, kicking off at 4pm and extending into the evening, with drag performances including RuPaul’s Drag Race star Jinkx Monsoon among the billed acts.

Dublin Pride at The George

The George is one of the city’s longstanding LGBTQ+ venues and will host several Pride events across the weekend, acting as a central gathering spot for nightlife programming.

Make your own boob pot — This Must Be the Place, Smithfield (Sunday, 28 June)

For a quieter, creative option, a pottery workshop at This Must Be the Place lets participants shape a Pride-themed “boob pot.” No prior experience is required; materials are supplied and there is unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits. Tickets are around €28.85.

Sunday Social — NoLita (Sunday, 28 June)

The Sunday Social wrap party returns to NoLita, the original home of The Dragon. DJ RUTH, one of The Dragon’s early residents, will headline the night, which runs from 8pm into the early hours. Tickets start at about €9.55.

Post-Pride Bingo with Shirley Temple Bar — The George (Sunday, 28 June)

Shirley Temple Bar hosts a post-parade bingo night at The George from 9pm, with DJ Karen supplying music and cash prizes on offer. Entry is priced at €5.

Win, Lose, or Drag — The George (Monday, 29 June)

On Monday evening Phil T Gorgeous, Mizza and DJ Stephen Dowling present a drag-led game-show night. The event, which begins at 9pm, features performances, audience games and drink promotions. Entry is free and the DJ keeps the dancefloor active late into the night.

Putt in Pride — Pitch, Dawson Street (Tuesday, 30 June)

Presented by Gold Ireland, Putt in Pride at Pitch offers a social indoor-golf experience suitable for all abilities. The event includes food, music and simulator golf in an inclusive setting. Tickets are available for approximately €20, making it a relaxed way to finish Pride week.