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Ripon pub to host free Pride event this weekend

Sara and Kelly Hirst, owners of The Black Swan.

A popular Ripon pub is set to host a free two-day Pride celebration this weekend, featuring live music, tribute acts and family-friendly entertainment.

The Black Swan on Westgate will stage Black Swan Pride 2026 on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June, with organisers promising their 'biggest event yet'.

The celebrations will begin at 1pm on Saturday, officially opened by the Mayor and Mayoress of Ripon.

Now in its fourth year, the event has grown from a one-day gathering into a full weekend of entertainment, attracting visitors from across the region.

This year's line-up includes a Cher tribute act, Britain's Got Talent performer Finley Carter and the Lady Bears of Leeds, alongside a range of live music performances throughout the weekend.

Organisers have also arranged a ska tribute act on the Sunday to mark Father's Day celebrations.

Sara and Kelly Hirst, owners of The Black Swan, said:

"We created this event to help make our city a place where everyone – especially members of the LGBTQ+ community and future generations – feels welcomed, accepted, and free to be themselves without judgement.

"We welcome everyone to come along and enjoy the celebrations."

The event will take place both inside and outside the pub, with visitors encouraged to bring camping chairs.

Children are welcome and no tickets are required, with entry completely free.

Black Swan Pride 2026 runs from 1pm on Saturday 20th June through to Sunday 21st June and is open to everyone.

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