Explore the events and opportunities happening at City St George’s and across London to celebrate Pride this June.
Published Tuesday, 27th May, 2025 in University news
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the strength, love, and resilience of LGBTQI+ communities around the world. It is a powerful reminder of how far we have come and a call to keep pushing forward together for a future where everyone can live with pride, dignity and equality.
A wide range of parades and events happen during Pride, with something for everyone to be part of. City St George’s is hosting a Pride event on Thursday 3 July, and there are many more activities taking place across London and the UK in the coming weeks. Check out all the upcoming events, activities and support for you below.
What’s happening at City St George’s?
Join students, staff and the University’s Office for Institutional Equity and Inclusion this July for a special event celebrating Pride Month under the theme of The Fabric of Freedom, a call to action for LGBTQI+ people and allies to come together, reflect on unity and celebrate the community.
Date: Thursday 3 July 2025
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm
Location: Clerkenwell (E102, Student Support Hub, Drysdale Building) & Tooting (room TBC), and online
Organised in collaboration between the School of Health and Medical Sciences, the Office for Institutional Equity and Inclusion, the Students' Union, and the LGBTQIA+ Staff Network, this event will feature diverse voices and celebration. Expect thoughtful conversation, community connection, and moments of joy as we mark Pride Month together.
Pride marches in London and the UK
Here are just some of the Pride marches and events that you can attend within London, including:
- Pride in London – Saturday 5 July
- London Trans+ Pride – Saturday 26 July
- UK Black Pride – Sunday 10 August
The Pride Events website lists when Pride marches are taking place at various locations across the UK.
Events in London this summer
There are plenty of events happening throughout June you can attend to celebrate Pride Month. Here are some of the Campus News team’s top picks.
Road to Pride: LGBTQ+ Open Mic
London Metropolitan University is hosting an open-mic night to celebrate Pride, honour the past and look towards a brighter future.
Date: Thursday 29 May
Time: 4pm - 7.30pm
Location: BPLG-02 (Rainbow Room), Tower Building Holloway Road London N7 8DB
Price: Free
LGBTQIA+ Tours at Tate Britain
These tours will explore the Tate Collection through the lens of gender identity and sexuality. Tours meet at the top of the Rotunda Stairs at Tate Britain.
Date: various dates throughout June and July
Time: 3pm – 4pm
Location: Tate Britain, Millbank, London, SW1P 4RG
Price: Free
A Queer History of London – The LGBTQI+ Walking Tour
Hear stories about London’s gay history, celebrating the people and places that made the progress of the last 50 years possible.
Date: Sunday 31 May, Wednesday 4 June and Sunday 8 June
Time: 11am - 1pm (31 May and 8 June), 2 - 4pm (4 June)
Location: Charing Cross Station, Strand, London, WC2N 5HF
Price: Operates on a ‘pay what you think it’s worth’ basis.
Pride Month at Seven Dials Playhouse
Seven Dials Playhouse is hosting its first ever Pride Season, with a host of shows led by LGBTQI+ artists throughout June.
Date: Shows are happening throughout June
Location: Seven Dials Playhouse, 1A Tower Street, WC2H 9NP
Price: Prices vary from show to show but expect to pay between £9.50 to £15 for a show.
Grab yourself a deck chair and join the Big Sapphic Beach Pop-Up at South Bank for the ultimate summer escape in the Capital.
Date: Saturday 14 June
Time: 3 - 10pm
Location: London City Beach, SE1 9PU
Price: £22.50 + a booking fee
An official Pride after-party hosted by Mint, renowned for organising popular LGTBQI+ events in London.
Date: Saturday 5 July 2025
Time: 8pm - 3am
Location: Electric Brixton, London
Price: Tickets are on sale soon
Student groups
There is a group for everyone which provides an inclusive space for members to make friends and represent the views and interests of LGBTQI+ students at City St George’s.
- Students at Clerkenwell & Moorgate campuses can join the Students’ Union’s LGBTQ+ society.
- If you’re in Bayes, you can also join their equivalent society, Out at Bayes, as well.
- Students based at Tooting campus can join Pride Society.
Resources from the Library
Browse City St George’s LGBTQI+ themed collection of e-books and audiobooks – which can be read or listened to on your device by downloading the Libby app, or directly via your browser – and our LGBTQI+-themed playlist of films and TV programmes available through Box of Broadcasts.
Discover LGBTQI+ book displays in the Law Library, Northampton Square Library, Clerkenwell campus and the Learning Resource Centre at Bunhill Row, Moorgate campus.
If you're on Tooting campus, explore the LGBTQI+ book displays, which include physical books and a QR code linking to e-books and online resources (note that online resources are currently only available to students with a legacy St George’s log in).
Further City St George’s resources and support
You can read about City St George’s support for students in the Transgender, Intersex and Gender Non-Confirming community Student Hub page, alongside details of the University’s policy.
Clerkenwell and Moorgate students
If you are in need of support, the Student Health and Wellbeing team are here to help. You can self-refer through their e-referral form, where the team will be able to direct you to the most appropriate support.
Tooting students
If you are in need of support, you can reach out to your Personal Tutor or the Students’ Union who are here to help you.