Hexham will first its first ever Pride this summer, with a series of events taking place throughout June aiming to 'bring people together'.
The historic market town, which was voted the fourth happiest in the UK in 2022, has never had its own Pride, but organisers have nevertheless put together an ambitious programme across the whole of Pride Month, with live music, author events and talks, theatre and cinema celebrating LGBTQIA+ culture. The programme has been developed with Hexham residents, with a survey revealing that many wanted family-friendly events.
After kicking off the month with Plant the Rainbow, where Hexham in Bloom will plant three flower beds across the town, Forum Cinema will host Hexham Pride Film Fest on June 4 which includes a curated programme of short films featuring queer talent and voices from the North of England. Then, on Wednesday June 7, Folk is Queer celebrates LGBTQIA+ musicians in Hexham Library.
