The first annual Weaste Pride event is set to take place this July, hoping to celebrate love and diversity in the community.
The community of Salford will be brought together on Saturday 12 July in a celebration of diversity, connection, and showcasing that everyone belongs.
The event will be hosted at the at the Weaste and Seedley Social Club and will be open for all from 1pm.
Originally beginning as joke name for organiser Ian Carberry’s BBQ with friends, it has grown over the years and developed into Weaste Pride.
Ian said: “It actually started as a joke name for my annual BBQ with friends, but it has gotten so big I thought it was time to move it to a new venue as I can only fit so many people in my back garden.
“Weaste has never had a proper Pride before, and we thought it was about time. There’s so much heart and personality in this area—it deserves a moment to shine and say, “We’re here, we’re proud, and we love a bit of glitter.”
And the first Weaste Pride event will hope to be no different, with it being hosted by Banksie and Violet Blonde.
It will also see performances from DJ Fat Britney, Daytime Disco with DJ Connor, DJ Tasha, and Disco Doyenne, as well as a wide variety on offer from live music, and food stalls.
Ian continued: “Hopefully we got something for everyone, and we have some fun free accessories to give out to get everyone feeling the love.”
Visitors Weaste Pride will also be treated to a drag performance from Tina Tuna – who will be able to add to the day of “tunes, colour, campness, community and hopefully a lot of laughs.”
And this want, for sharing the love and togetherness of the community is why they decided to host the event for free, as Ian continued.
“Times are tough enough as it is, and we didn’t want cost to be a barrier to celebrating who you are. Everyone deserves a bit of joy, especially when it’s on their doorstep.”
And although the event will be free, they will also be hoping to raise money for the Albert Kennedy Trust (AKT), the only national charity dedicated to providing support for LGBTQ+ young people who are either at risk of homelessness or currently experiencing it.
Ian added: “The Albert Kennedy Trust (AKT) means so much. Their work with LGBTQ+ young people facing homelessness is vital.
“They step in when families haven’t, when society hasn’t, and they help young people rebuild.
He continued: “We wanted to support a charity that reflects the heart of Pride—looking out for the most vulnerable and fighting for equality beyond the rainbow flags.”
During the event, guests will be able to contribute to the charity through purchasing raffle tickets, with a chance to win amazing prices, as well as through the donation QR code.
“If you’ve got a few quid spare, it’ll go straight to making life better for LGBTQ+ youth. And if not? Just showing up and spreading the word means more than you know,” Ian added.
But with only two weeks until the event begins, and long year of planning the event, he is very excited for what is in store, as he said: “Even if just my friends turned up, I would still be over the moon.
“To me, it means everything. I’ve poured my heart into this—not for a pat on the back, but because I genuinely believe in what we’re building.
“The love and support from local people have been overwhelming in the best way. It’s not just about LGBTQ+ folk either—it’s about unity.”
He continued: “We just want people to feel part of something and hopefully get some more regulars into our social club.
“Whether you’ve lived in Weaste your whole life or you’re just coming for the day, we want everyone to feel welcomed, safe, celebrated and proud. It will hopefully the first of an annual event.”
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