Jodie Harsh to headline Bristol Pride 2026 after-party

International DJ and producer Jodie Harsh has been announced as the headliner for the official Bristol Pride 2026 after‑party, set to take place on Saturday, 11 July at the O2 Academy Bristol. Organisers confirmed the news as part of this year’s full programme reveal, marking a major highlight in the festival’s return to the city. 

Bristol Pride 2026 runs from 27 June to 12 July, culminating in Pride Day on 11 July, which includes the city’s annual parade march - expected to draw around 40,000 participants - followed by an evening of music, performance and celebration. Jodie Harsh will lead the multi‑room after‑party event, joining a line‑up featuring DTYM, Bristol icon Jayde Adams, Disco Wonderland and Mutual Vibes, creating a high‑energy finale to the two‑week festival. 

The broader festival programme showcases an eclectic mix of comedy, circus, cabaret, live performances and community events across Bristol. Highlights include the Pride Bingo Boat Party, Pride Circus Night at Circomedia, and the ever‑popular Pride Dog Show in Castle Park. The Queer Vision Film Festival also returns with screenings across the two weeks, including a special 30th‑anniversary showing of The Birdcage. 

Festival director Daryn Carter MBE described Bristol Pride as “a celebration of everything that makes our community so vibrant,” emphasising that Pride remains both “a celebration and a protest,” with every ticket helping ensure the festival remains inclusive and accessible. He added that the 2026 programme, packed with diverse events and a major Pride Day finale, will once again bring the city together in “celebration, solidarity and joy.” 

This year’s Pride Day headliners on The Downs include Sister Sledge and Jason Donovan, before celebrations continue well into the night at the official after‑party led by Harsh.

Bristol Pride continues to grow year on year as one of the UK’s most significant LGBTQ+ festivals, with organisers encouraging attendees to secure tickets early to support the not‑for‑profit event and ensure its future.