Pride Inside 2026

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Saturday 30th May, 12PM - 6PM in the Wexford Arts Centre, Cornmarket, Townparks, Wexford, Y35 X5HF

Pride Inside is a free, family-friendly neuroinclusive event. This vibrant annual celebration brings together the LGBTQIA+ community and our allies in a celebration of community, solidarity and queer joy. The event will feature a diverse lineup of LGBTQIA+ musicians and acts with performances from both emerging and established local talent. In addition to music, attendees can explore an array of community vendors and community organisations fighting to make the world a better place for all! To finish the day’s celebrations the Wexford Pride Inside After-Party will be hosted by Wexford Arts Centre, with festivities led by Poppy DeScrace and The Disgraceful Cabaret! Tickets (€18/€20) can be purchased via the Wexford Arts Centre website.

No prior sign-up is required and admission is free, but if you need additional support or are nervous about attending, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Funded through Wexford County Councils Arts Office — Small Arts Festival Grant Scheme 2026

Event Details:

Time

The event will kick off at 12PM with performances across the afternoon until 6PM.

Performances

We’re proud to showcase a diverse lineup of LGBTQIA+ musicians and performers across the day, presenting emerging and established local talent! Attendees can expect an exciting line-up including 12 Gauge Outrage, Bloco Garman, Ovalords, Mz red deer, Andrei Boyd, Lili Dobbs, Aisling De Barra, Mark and Luke, and the Wexford Pride Singing group with further acts to be announced!

Inclusivity

Pride Inside is a safe, non-judgmental space for all LGBTQIA+ people. We have zero tolerance for racism and bigotry and openly welcome BIPOC, Traveller & Roma, and immigrant groups. Committee members and volunteers will be present throughout the day if you require assistance or support. You can learn about how we can create safer, accountable and inclusive spaces by checking out our Accountable Spaces  policy.

Food

Al Wadi Falafel will be joining us on the day, run by husband and wife duo Fergal and Mirna O’Garda. They are bringing the taste of Palestine to Wexford with their crunchy falafel, creamy hummus, freshest salads and much more! Their wraps have fresh creamy hummus, falafel, lettuce, tomato, pickles, tahini and harissa sauce. They will also be serving falafel, hummus, baba ganoush, pickles and bread. All of their food is made using Mirna’s traditional family recipes.

As this is a family-friendly event in a public space alcohol is strictly prohibited.

Quiet Zone

Wexford Pride is a neuroinclusive community. This year’s quiet space will situated at the back of the Arts Centre, away from the main stage and vendor area. We are excited to partner with Neuro Pride Ireland who are supporting us in facilitating the quiet space again this year! The quiet zone will have access to sensory aids and noise-cancelling headphones for anyone who would like to use them.

Public Transport

The venue is a 10 minute walk from Redmond Square.

Parking

There is limited on street parking. Parking can be availed of nearby (5 min walk) through Clayton Whites or Rowe Street Church car park.

First Aid

The Order of Malta will be present to support anyone who requires medical assistance, They will be located next to the Wexford Pride Info Booth.

Staying Updated

You can stay updated by signing up for the Wexford Pride Monthly Newsletter at the very bottom of this page.