Cape Town Pride Parade to take place this weekend

Pride Parade hits Cape Town streets this weekend

The Cape Town Pride Festival will culminate with the annual Cape Town Pride Parade and Mardi Gras events on Saturday, 1 March.

The annual parade is a free event where allies, family and friends come together as a community for Africa’s biggest parade, celebrating LGBTIQ+ awareness, diversity, and inclusivity.

“Cape Town Pride has been shining a spotlight on LGBTIQ+ issues and promoting human rights for the last 30 years. It serves as a platform for raising awareness, educating and advocating for the rights of the LGBTIQA+ community – not only in the country but across the entire continent.” the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith said in a statement. 

“We are looking forward to welcoming the thousands who will be taking part in the parade this coming weekend to show support for an important cause,” Smith also said.

Event details

The parade will take place on Saturday, 1 March 2025 at 11:00, gathering from Prestwich Street Primary School, Alfred Street, De Waterkant.

The parade will then be followed by the Pride Mardi Gras, the final event of the 2025 Pride Festival calendar at Green Point A-Track.

Mardi Gras-goers can expect a whole lot of fun with a lineup of great local talent including Jimmy Nevis, Cee Vee, 3 Tons of Fun, Craig Lucas and Jarrad Rickets.

There will also be a village of stalls selling LGBTQIA+ goodies, food, and drinks, along with bars, refreshment stations, a children’s area, and chill-out spots.

Tickets for the Mardi Gras event can be purchased at Quicket for R65.

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