The shopping center is to be taken over by TV stars

Warrington Pride is back this summer and organizers have revealed the headline acts.

Golden Square Mall will be taken over by a sea of ​​rainbows on Saturday, June 8, as the city celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Building on last year’s success, there will be an emphasis on community diversity and inclusion for the 2024 edition.

The event aims to bring the community together in the “spirit of acceptance and solidarity” and will feature a program of activities. The festivities will consist of live music, workshops, talks, performances and thought-provoking shows. There will also be a parade through the city streets.

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Guests will also be treated to performances by headliners RuPaul’s Drag Race winners Danny Beard from Halewood and Tia Kofi. Both will take the stage to perform individually.

Andrea Morley, Project Manager for Warrington BID, said: “We couldn’t be more delighted to welcome Danny Beard and Tia Kofi to Warrington Pride 2024 and their performances are sure to take the celebration to new heights.

“The entire Pride event is a testament to our commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in our community, and we are proud to be a part of such a vibrant and joyful occasion.”

Also at the Pride Month event are a variety of vendors and community organizations that offer resources and support to LGBTQIA+ people and their allies. TAGS (Teens, Gender and Sexuality), Warrington’s LGBTQ+ youth support service, will be on hand to provide participants with a safe space to meet and socialise.

Golden Square Center Director Ian Cox said: “We’re bringing the glitz, glam and all the glitz for Warrington Pride 2024. Danny Beard and Tia Kofi are ready to ‘work’ and we can’t wait for them to do it. See them perform Get ready to paint the rainbow and join us for the most fabulous party of the year.

Tickets for the event go on sale at 11am on Friday 10 May. They are priced at £5 plus free booking, with more information available Here.

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