Skegness Pride Celebration Attracts Thousands to Tower Gardens

Thousands gathered at Skegness’s Tower Gardens to celebrate East Coast Pride in a colourful display of diversity and inclusion. The event, which began at 10:00 BST and finished at 20:00, showcased a variety of performances on the main stage. The stage was anchored by Sue de Creme and featured acts including DJ Froqnc and a number of live vocalists and drag performers.

One of the standout moments from the day was the Pride Park Stage, where staff from Butlin’s delivered a vibrant variety show named ‘Iconic’. With hits from renowned artists such as ABBA and Taylor Swift, the audience was thoroughly entertained. The event reinforced the commitment of Skegness to support the LGBTQ+ community, attracting both locals and visitors from the broader region to enjoy a day filled with music, entertainment and unity.

This article was based on original reporting by the BBC.