Mullingar Pride

Name: Mullingar Pride
Start: 2026-09-03
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Mullingar

Mullingar Pride is a four-day LGBTQ+ festival taking place from September 3 to 6, 2026, in Mullingar, Ireland. The event features a diverse program including a queer comedy night, a trans punk concert, and a central parade through Mullingar Town Park, which will be led by Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh. The festival aims to foster community connection and visibility, concluding with drag and burlesque performances and a community barbecue.

Date: Sep 3-6, 2026
Location: Mullingar

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Event summary

Highlights

Pride parade led by Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh
Queer comedy night
Trans punk concert
Drag and burlesque performances

Mullingar Pride is scheduled to run from Thursday, September 3, to Sunday, September 6, 2026, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Mullingar, Ireland. The festival is designed to foster connection within the community and with local businesses, offering a range of public events. Organizers emphasize its mission to connect people and showcase community support, especially at a time when homophobia appears to be re-emerging.

The festivities begin on Thursday with a queer comedy night, followed by a trans punk music performance on Friday. Saturday is the busiest day, featuring a family event and the annual Pride parade, which starts at 3pm in Mullingar Town Park. Notably, Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh is set to lead the parade as Grand Marshal. The day concludes with an evening of drag and burlesque performances, along with a DJ set.

The four-day celebration wraps up on Sunday afternoon with a community barbecue. Beyond the main festival weekend, Mullingar Pride also organizes year-round initiatives such as art exhibitions, historical walks, and various social fundraisers, demonstrating a continuous commitment to community presence and support.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Mullingar Town Park; www.midlands103.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Mullingar

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