Celebrate Manchester Pride Festival and discover centuries of LGBTQ+ Manchester history with a walking trail and guided tour hosted by Chris Hoyle.
Have you ever wondered what’s the story behind the little rainbow tiles dotted around the city centre of Manchester?
Celebrate Manchester Pride and discover centuries of LGBTQ+ Manchester history with a walking trail and guided tour hosted by local playwright and guide, Chris Hoyle and his tour platform What’s The Story MCR?
From Victorian drag balls to Canal Street, the Campaign for Homosexual Equality and the city’s famous Pride Parade, Manchester has always led the way with queer activism. Its people, its resilience, its unapologetic queer energy has been present for hundreds of years.
Follow the trail around Manchester city centre to explore LGBTQ+ stories whist celebrating and reflecting on the city’s activism, resilience, and progress.
TOUR SCHEDULE
There are 5 sessions to choose from:
MEETING POINT
Meeting Location: Whitworth Locke Hotel, 74 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6JD
Event Duration: 2hrs, please wear comfy shoes!
Tickets:
Full price: £10 + Booking Fee
Booking fee donated by ticket partner Skiddle to Manchester Pride Charity.
Profits from SCENE ticket sales donated to Manchester Pride Charity which supports, empowers and enriches LGBTQ+ community groups.
WHY NOT MAKE A NIGHT OF IT?
Manchester is the place to be for pride celebrations. And the city’s hotels are joining the party.
From vibrant parades and dazzling drag shows, to inspiring exhibitions, fabulous film festivals (That’s Us!) and epic parties, the city is ready to celebrate in full force.
When you book to stay over, enjoy exclusive offers and celebrations for SCENE and Pride.the action and enjoy exclusive Pride perks, including:
🔥 Up to 30% off your stay
🍳 Fabulous drag breakfasts & brunches - because glitter goes great with pancakes
🍸 Limited-edition Pride cocktails - sip something special in celebration
🎁 Freebies and surprises - because who doesn’t love a little extra?