Worthing Pride has unveiled its entertainment line‑up for 2026, with organisers confirming the two‑day festival will raise funds for charity partner Not A Phase, which supports trans and gender‑diverse people across the UK.
The event will return to Steyne Gardens on Worthing seafront on Saturday, 4 and Sunday, 5 July, featuring what organisers have described as the festival’s biggest programme to date. Sponsored by Bennett Griffin Solicitors and British Airways, the weekend will bring together live music, DJs, drag performers and community celebrations, with thousands of visitors expected from across Sussex and beyond.
Saturday’s programme, running from 12 - 11pm, will focus on pop and dance music, with headline appearances from Una Healy of The Saturdays, international DJ Sammy, and dance act Phats & Small. Performers will also include Bones, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK series seven, alongside Black Peppa, Sweet Female Attitude, and dance troupes Homoparody and Bolly Queer. Additional acts announced include Jaymi Hensley, Donna Marie as Lady Gaga and Absolute Britney.
Celebrations continue on Sunday, 5 July, from 12 - 9pm, with a line‑up featuring club and dance favourites Phats & Small, Love Inc. and Rozalla, as well as queer club brands BeefMince, UOK HUN? and Polyglamorous. The bill also includes Wildblood & Queenie, Alex Ryan, Lizzie Curious and Gary Scott.
Organisers said fundraising for Not A Phase will be central to the 2026 festival. The charity provides vital support, advocacy and resources for trans communities, with Pride organisers highlighting the importance of visibility and financial backing at a time of growing pressure on trans services.
Harrii, community lead at Worthing Pride, said: “We’re incredibly proud of this year’s line‑up and what it represents for Worthing Pride. We wanted to create a weekend that celebrates queer joy, diversity, music and community in a way that is accessible, exciting and unforgettable. We are especially proud to be raising vital funds for Not A Phase and the work they do supporting our trans community.”
Worthing Pride has grown rapidly in recent years, becoming one of the South Coast’s largest LGBTQ+ events, combining headline entertainment with family‑friendly activities and local partnerships.
Tickets for Worthing Pride 2026 are on sale now, with day tickets starting from £10 and a low‑income support scheme available. More information is available HERE
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