Following on from our announcement on COVID-19, Salford Pride were committed to deliver an LGBT+ pride celebration to Salford and beyond in 2020 and have been working hard behind the scenes to develop a contingency plan.
During these unusual times, solidarity and celebration have never been more important. Over the past few weeks our volunteers have been working hard behind the scenes with our partners, the local community and entertainers to design an event that celebrates the ideals at the heart of The Pink Picnic; community spirit, love without limits and pride for everyone. Salford Pride: Digital on Saturday 20th June from 4pm, right the way through to midnight!
Gather your friends and family and start the party at Salford City Radio on 94.4fm from 4PM to 6PM for The Pink Picnic Takeover, playing pride anthems, with live music and special guests. Followed by The Pink Picnic: Digital from 6PM to 10PM with headline acts Divina De Campo, Ronan Parke, Rowetta and Charlotte Awbery. Hosted by Venus Quasar & Annabelle Lecter, including Salford’s Got Pride: our online talent show where you decide who wins, with a special guest performance by Rob King. The winner of the competition will receive a slot to perform at The Pink Picnic in 2021.
Closely followed by our Digital Drag Show extravaganza: showcasing local and international drag talent with performances from the fabulous Alfie Ordinary, Cheddar Gorgeous, Saki Yew, Julie Noted, Anna Phylactic, HP Loveshaft, Ellie Ganza, Alexa Spread, Whiplash, Scarly B, Venus and Amanda T Swallows.
The party then continues with P!NKED: The Zoom After Party from 10PM until midnight with beats by DJ Bex Hill. Hosted by Gisele and Sapphire Ruin.
Connor James, Events Officer for Salford Pride, who has led the digital project said:
“We felt as a charity that prides itself on engaging and supporting the local community, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we had to do something to come together, even when we are all two metres apart and celebrate LGBT+ identities, love and acceptance, without limits.”
For more information about the event, how to get tickets and involved with Salford’s Got Talent visit salfordpride.org.uk/digital
If you’re interested in finding out more about Salford Pride, or getting involved, check out salfordpride.org.uk/getinvolved