Isle of Wight Pride
Head to Harbour Beach in Ryde to join in the fun and festivities as Isle of Wight Pride returns for 2026!
Isle of Wight Pride (IW Pride) started in 2017, with the first pride parade on the Island on 15th July. The Island also hosted UK Pride in 2018 after winning a competition to host the event, which moves around the UK each year.
This year, Isle of Wight Pride will take place on Saturday 18th July, at Harbour Beach in Ryde. A fantastic day awaits to champion the Island's LGBTQ+ community.
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By Car: Eastern Gardens, Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2EL
On Foot: From the East Cowes Terminal, head to the bus stop opposite Waitrose (2 min walk) and catch the number 4 bus to Ryde Transport Interchange.
From our West Cowes Terminal, head to the bus stop on Carvel Lane and catch the number 1 bus to Newport. From Newport bus station catch the number 9 bus to Ryde Transport Interchange.
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