Foyle Pride is back and bigger than ever. Starting on Augut 21, the seven-day celebrations will see dozens of events taking place across the city.
All events have been leading up to the main Pride Parade on August 27 where the city will be full of colour as thousands of people take to the street to stand together for Northern Ireland's LGBTQ+ community.
The official Foyle Pride guide said: "We're really excited to present to you the 29th Foyle Pride. And I hope you enjoy the events and get involved in as many as possible.
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"Our Pride is all about involvement and connection - as a community, we are only as strong as the depth of our connection. So this week, let it be an opportunity to connect - and reconnect - after a long few years apart."
When will the Foyle Pride Parade take place?
Saturday, August 27 at 2pm with the parade build-up starting from 1.30pm from Waterside train station.
The Foyle Pride Parade is the main event in the LGBTQ+ calendar, a major city event and the biggest cross-community parade in Belfast.
This year Foyle Pride will mark its 29th anniversary, helping to keep the city on the map as a haven for the LGBT+ community and culture.
What is the Foyle Pride Parade Route?
Starting at the Waterside at 2pm, the parade will then make it's way up Duke Street before making it's way towards the cityside and across the Craigavon Bridge.
From there, it will now move up Carlisle Road, along Ferryquay Street, and down Shipquay Street before finishing at the Guildhall Square.
What is happening at Guildhall Square at Foyle Pride?
The Guildhall Square is the home of Foyle Pride's after-party event. Starting at 3pm, it runs until after the parade finishes until 5pm.
The party will have headline acts such as Mickey Doherty, Miss Mary Jayne, Lady Portia Di'Monte and the Hitmen and Her.
Over 18's can then go to Granny Annies for the 'One Big Pride After Party' which will mark the end of the festival.
Where can I park for the festival?
People visiting the city are encouraged to use public transport if they can but parking will be available throughout the day.
Existing car parking areas available on the day include: Cityside car parks: Foyleside Shopping Centre Car Park East, Foyleside West and Quayside Shopping Centre, Foyle Road, Magee Campus (Lawrence Hill), Victoria Market (Restricted), Queens Quay, Society Street, Carlisle Road and William Street.
Waterside car parks: Alfred Street, Bond’s Hill, Distillery Brae, Simpsons Brae, Spencer Road and Old Bridge House. Motorists are advised that there are likely to be delays when exiting some car parks during the parade.
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