10-08-2025
Dudley Pride event will be bigger and better, says mayor
A "bigger and better" Pride event will be staged in Dudley with popular artists from last year returning, it has been free event, staged in 2024 for the first time, raises awareness and inclusivity around local LGBTQ+ aims to create a "warm, welcoming atmosphere which is inclusive for people of all ages and backgrounds," the town's mayor event runs from 13:00 to 20:00 BST in Stone Street Square and will feature performances from headline act The Ultimate ABBA Party and other favourites from 2024.
Celebrations will kick off with an introduction from the day's MC, DJ Porky, followed by a performance by Dudley College through popular demand are DJ Stu Ojelay from Word of Mouth events and Karl M with Best of the Boybands anthems, Dudley Council from Priory House are also among acts set to entertain the crowds, with songs from WMYT West Midlands Youth Theatre and their pop/rock band.
In addition, there will be craft and food stalls, face painting and glitter tattoos on offer. Mayor of Dudley Councillor Pete Lee, said: "Following the success of Dudley Pride last year, we are hoping to make this year's event bigger and better."The event, sponsored by Midtherm Laser Cutting, is also supported by Dudley College.
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