DARTFORD PRIDE IS BACK!
Dartford Pride is back! BIGGER and PROUDER than ever! Everyone is welcome to this fantastic event, representing and supporting the local LGBTQIA+ community and the message of tolerance and “love is love!”
This year Dartford Pride takes place at the award-winning temporary venue, Orchard West, where the stage will be packed with entertainment and the foyer will have plenty going on all day long, including stallholders, street food and workshops. Plus there are break-out performances and events in venues around Dartford town.
Terri McCann, Dartford Pride Producer, said: “2025 sees Dartford Pride return for the fourth year in a row. We are so proud of Dartford Pride for many reasons. Not just because it started from a conversation over a sandwich in a Dartford cafe, but because we listen to feedback and work with the local community to deliver the Pride that Dartford wants; family and community focused with acts, activities and services to suit all.
“Dartford Pride 2025 will take place in our award-winning venue, Orchard West, transforming the space from seated to a flat floor, with a jaw-dropping line-up on the main stage. We are also taking Pride into the town with a wonderful ‘Follow the Rainbow’ initiative. Workshops and activities will be running in venues across the town centre in the morning.
“And the party doesn’t stop when the final act finishes, as we have a Silent Disco Afterparty in the venue to end the day. I have really enjoyed letting my creative rainbow flag fly this year. I will see you all there!”
A Dartford Borough Council spokesperson, said: “We are so delighted to have Dartford Pride back for its fourth year, and this year, it’s bigger and better than before. With performances from Drag Race stars and musical sing-a-longs, along with poetry and craft workshops, street entertainers and even a baby concert, there really is something for everyone. Held in our award-winning Orchard West temporary theatre venue, this is an event for the whole family, and we can’t wait to see everyone there!”
Tickets for Dartford Pride are FREE. Free entry is permitted on the day without a ticket, however ticket holders will be entered into a prize draw* to win tickets to an upcoming performance at Orchard West, so pre-booking is advised. Tickets are required for the after party Silent Disco.
And in other Dartford news…
TICK TOCK, TICK TOCK – THE TIME HAS COME!
Having been closed for some time, Dartford’s clocktower, once home to a Tourist Information office and a comic book shop, has been fully refurbished into a colourful and welcoming space for Orchard West bookers.
OPEN Mon – Sat 10am – 3pm for in person bookings and information.
The Orchard Theatre team partnered with Dartford Borough Council to make this project a success. The refurbishment included new double glazing, improved security and internet connection, decorated inside and dressed to impress on the outside, with just a touch of the theatrical!
Deputy Customer Experience Manager (Visitor Services), Roshin Keenan, said: “Since we opened the Clocktower we have already had great deal of interest and support from our local audience. The Orchard Theatre and Orchard West are an integral part of the Dartford community so being able to speak to our customers face-to-face is at the heart of that. Our Team is all settled in and ready to help with bookings, reservations or any general enquiries!”
