27 pictures of Pride 2026 celebrations in Wigan town centre

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HUNDREDS of people gathered in Wigan town centre on Saturday as Wigan Pride 2026 returned with a colourful parade, live performances and community celebrations.

Following the event, organisers and Wigan Council thanked sponsors, volunteers, performers, local organisations and everyone who attended for helping make the day a success.

The event said: "Wigan Pride 2026, you were fantastic."

The council also praised the efforts of volunteers, artists and organisers, describing it as "a fantastic day".

Take a look through some of the best pictures from the celebrations.

There were some impressive outfits on display (Image: Wigan Pride)

Bringing energy, colour and celebration to the town centre (Image: Wigan Pride)

Performers helped bring Pride celebrations to life (Image: Wigan Pride)

Some attendees pulled out all the stops for Wigan Pride (Image: Wigan Pride)

Visitors enjoy a colourful day out (Image: Wigan Pride)

One of the many standout looks from Wigan Pride (Image: Wigan Pride)

Entertaining the crowd during a day of celebration and inclusivity (Image: Wigan Pride)

Pride colours were on full display throughout the day (Image: Wigan Pride)

Crowds march through the park during the parade (Image: Wigan Pride)

A little one enjoys the celebrations (Image: Wigan Pride)

Celebrating individuality in style (Image: Wigan Pride)

There was a festival atmosphere (Image: Wigan Pride)

Crowds watch one of several performances at the event (Image: Wigan Pride)

A sea of colour filled the streets during the annual Pride parade (Image: Wigan Pride)

Colourful costumes helped light up the streets of Wigan (Image: Wigan Pride)

Bringing the energy to Wigan Pride (Image: Wigan Pride)

Rainbow colours and plenty of community spirit at Wigan Pride (Image: Wigan Pride)

The day was jam-packed with entertainment (Image: Wigan Pride)

Hundreds turned up for the festivities (Image: Wigan Pride)

The parade featured plenty of eye-catching costumes and creative outfits (Image: Wigan Pride)

The annual Pride parade made its way through Wigan town centre (Image: Wigan Pride)

Drummers take part in the parade (Image: Wigan Pride)

The NHS came out to support the event (Image: Wigan Pride)

Pride flags and colourful costumes fill the town centre (Image: Wigan Pride)

Performers entertain crowds (Image: Wigan Pride)

Participants take part in the colourful Wigan Pride parade (Image: Wigan Pride)

Wigan Pride welcomed support from across the galaxy (Image: Wigan Pride)

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