Thousands turn out for East Coast Pride

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Sue de Creme was one of the main stage hosts. Acts throughout the day on the main stage included DJ Froqnc, and various other live vocalists and drag performers.
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The event began at 10:00 BST and ended at 20:00. Tower Gardens in Skegness hosted the Pride Park Stage, where Butlin's staff performed Iconic - a variety show featuring songs from artists including ABBA and Taylor Swift.
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East Coast Pride said its mission was to advocate, celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community on the east coast of Lincolnshire.
The event on Saturday was "driven by an amazing group of volunteers", organisers said.
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Lulu Grainger led The Rock Choir outside The Hildreds at the start of the festival. Community Rock choirs perform across the UK and anyone with any level of musical experience can join in.
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"The weather shone bright over our attendees, and the love and warmth within the crowd was truly a spectacle to behold," trustee and event director Brad Johnson said.
The event, which was held on Saturday, dodged Sunday's weather forecast of heavy rain.

Emma Petrie

East Yorkshire & Lincolnshire

14 September 2025

Thousands of people attended East Coast Pride in Skegness on Saturday, organisers said.

The event was held in Tower Gardens for its second year.

Trustee and event director Brad Johnson said it was a "truly spectacular day" celebrating "love, joy and inclusivity".

The community event included a main stage, a market place, a dedicated family area and an acoustic stage in Compass Gardens.

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