Bristol Pride has announced its highly anticipated Cabaret Stage line-up for this year’s event, taking place on Saturday 12th July – and it’s packed full of incredible artists. Headlining the Cabaret show will be none other than Brooke Lynn Hytes, star of RuPaul’s Drag Race USA and the iconic judge of Canada’s Drag Race. Known for her signature blend of exquisite ballet moves, show-stopping looks, and flawless lip syncs, she’s set to deliver a performance that will have everyone talking.
Alongside superstar Brooke Lynn Hytes, over 30 exciting acts will take to the Cabaret Stage to entertain the expected 40,000-strong crowd of pride-goers this year. The Cabaret Stage is just one of 5 stages that will make up Bristol Pride 2025. Main Stage announcements have so far included dance legend Cascada, iconic singer/songwriter, DJ Ultra Naté and Sex Education’s Anthony Lexa. Bristol Pride’s Pride day is set to be another incredible event with more acts being announced over the coming weeks.
Hailed as one of the best Cabaret Stages in the UK, Bristol is home to some dazzling drag artists, many of which will be centered across the programming, showcasing a diverse array of talent and style. With representatives from Drag houses Slaughterhaus and House of Fleek, panto Dame and Britain’s Got Talent contestant Miss Courtney; Pride-goers will be treated to a huge variety of unique local performers including Asian Ballroom sensation, Miss Dynasty and Bristol Drag Theatre Company founding members, Cynthia Road, Spank, Quiches Lorraine, and Tess Drive.
They’ll be joined by Drag Dungeoneer members, Pom Pom, YuGiHoe, Jersey the Devil, and BooHoo Mann, cabaret icon, Miss Jam Tart and drag power couple, Michael Romance and Killya Darling.
Fans of vocal powerhouses can revel in the musical delights of Alex Fincher and Amaya Napa, new vocalists to the Bristol Pride stage. Singer-songwriter Alex blends rap, metal, dance, pop and R’n’B and promises a theatrical experience while Amaya comes from the world of opera, having performed in the English National Opera and Royal Festival Hall.
Icon of queer cinema, Val the Brown Queen, who starred in critically acclaimed film Unicorns is one of the most prolific south Asian drag artists in the country, who will be bringing her culture, trans identity and political commentary alongside comic lipsyncing to the Cabaret Stage this summer. Also performing is Mr Wesley Dykes, a proud member of the Cocoa Butter Club, which showcases and celebrates performers of colour. Blending storytelling with rap music, Mr Wesley Dykes is one of the most exciting Kings on the UK scene.
Recognisable acts from across the UK circuit performing include Alfie Ordinary, Donna Trump, Jolene Dover, Son of a Tutu and Baroness Mary Golds. Rounding off the line up is Snow White Trash. Known as the UK’s “Saxy Drag Queen,” she is known not only for her instrument, but her impressive live vocals. Previously performing on the Bristol Pride Main Stage with Scissor Sisters’ frontman Jake Shears, she’ll be making a welcome return to Bristol Pride as this year’s Cabaret Stage closing act.
Daryn Carter MBE, Pride Director, said: “Our Cabaret Stage is a fantastic way to showcase the incredible drag acts we have from Bristol, the wider UK and even internationally. This year’s line up is a diverse array of Drag Kings and Queens, with entertainment ranging from musicians and dancers to comedy and even opera!”
Wristbands for Bristol Pride 2025 are available now, starting at just £9. They offer quicker access entry to Pride Day, money off bar prices on the site as well as free bus travel on Pride Day alongside other great benefits and discounts with local businesses. Day+Night and Supporter Supporter Wristbands provide access to exclusive areas and afterparties, as well as contributing to the Pride Community Fund which supports vital LGBT+ initiatives. By purchasing a wristband, attendees help ensure the festival’s sustainability and year-round advocacy efforts, all while enjoying an inclusive and vibrant celebration. Wristbands are now available at bristolpride.co.uk.
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