Pride in London to kick off with Big Gay Brunch in Covent Garden
For the first time, the Pride in London parade day will kick off with the The Big Gay Brunch in London’s West End. The free event will run from 11 am on Saturday, 5 July, at the Actors’ Church, which will throw open its gates to welcome visitors to a camp ‘village fete’, complete with food, drink, and entertainment in their bright and beautiful gardens.
The star attraction is drag cabaret artist Le Gateau Chocolat, who will be performing and mingling throughout the day. Adding to the entertainment, a musical theatre choir will perform a lively selection of camp classics and show tunes. From 12 - 1 pm, stars from Magic Mike Live will be available for a red-carpet Instagram photo opportunity.
Two of Charlotte Tilbury’s top make-up artists will also be on hand to ensure everyone is Pride-ready! Experiential caterers All in A Box will be serving a brunch menu. Eventgoers can pre-order in advance or purchase their brunch on the day. Prices range from £10.50 to £19.50, with the full menu available on The Actors’ Church website. A complimentary alcohol-free bar will serve cider and beer provided by Heineken 0.0, and sparkling wine from Zeno Wines.
A cash bar will also be available for those seeking something stronger. Shaftesbury Capital sponsors the event in partnership with St Paul’s Covent Garden. Rev Simon Grigg, Rector of St. Paul’s Covent Garden and devout Hello Dolly fan, added, “In the heart of London’s theatre district, there is no better place to celebrate Pride before the parade passes by.”
