Solihull Pride will return to the town centre on Saturday, August 8, bringing a day of entertainment, community activities and celebrations of diversity and inclusion.
The event, organised by the Solihull Business Improvement District (BID), will once again be centred around Mell Square and follows the success of the inaugural Solihull Pride in 2025, which attracted thousands of visitors.
Organisers say this year’s event will build on last year’s celebrations with a Pride parade, live performances, food and drink stalls, and activities taking place across the town centre.
The event is being supported by headline sponsors npower Business Solutions (nBS), E.ON Next and E.ON, alongside contributions from Paragon Bank, Solihull College & University Centre, Muse, Touchwood and Howden.
Phil Oldershaw will return as event host, while the main stage in Mell Square will feature a programme of live entertainment throughout the day.
MC Phil Oldershaw. Picture by Marcus Mingins 3725003MMR8
Performers confirmed for this year’s event include Fatt Butcher, Boogaloo Babes, Pop Voices, Drag Abba, Ace & Charlie Harper, Big Liz, Ivory Glam and Prossie Tot.
The RR Events Continental Street Market will also be in the town centre, offering a range of food and drink alongside stalls representing the LGBTQ+ community.
Solihull BID said Pride aims to provide a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people, allies and residents while promoting equality and acceptance.
A Pride steering group made up of around 25 members of Solihull’s LGBTQ+ community has been involved in planning the event. The group was established by Solihull BID in 2024 and helped shape both the inaugural 2025 event and this year’s programme.
Organisers have confirmed that Solihull Pride is free to attend and open to everyone, although those wishing to take part in the Pride parade will need to register in advance.
Security staff will be on site throughout the event and accessible toilet facilities will be available in Mell Square. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Solihull BID has also confirmed that no Solihull Council funding or taxpayers’ money is being used to fund the event. Funding comes from sponsors and a contribution from the BID, which is funded by town centre businesses.
Visitors travelling by train can access Solihull via services to Solihull Station and Birmingham International, while several public car parks are available in and around the town centre, including those at Poplar Road, Lode Lane, Monkspath Hall Road and Touchwood.
Further information, including details of the parade and how to get involved, is available through Solihull BID.
