Merthyr Pride

Can you believe it's been a week already?! Thank you to everyone who came to Merthyr Pride last weekend and made it a fantastic day!! 🤩🥰🥳 Over 1,500 people attended the second Merthyr Pride, a safe space for our LGBTQ+ community and allies to celebrate. We all belong! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Thanks to @DwrCymru for your support for Merthyr Pride! 🤩🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Less than 24 hours to go, so get ready for an unforgettable performance by Brighton's very own Mary O'Kart, a dazzling Drag Idol Semi-Finalist 2023!! With her unique flair and unstoppable energy, Mary will light up the stage and make Merthyr Pride truly spectacular! 🤩🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

@StagecoachWales is proud to sponsor Merthyr Pride 2024! The Stagecoach team will be with us on the day to give out some goodies, so why not pop along to say hello to their friendly team! 🚌🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Thank you to Principality Building Society for your support for Merthyr Pride! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

A seasoned Pride regular and an astounding male vocalist, Gavin Sheppard's exceptional talent and electrifying performances have won hearts across the country. Get ready to be mesmerised by his powerful voice! 🤩🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Thanks to the Grassroots Pride Fund for helping to support events that create a safe and welcoming LGBTQ+ environment - including Merthyr Pride! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Our hosts - @CollegeMerthyr!! The event literally couldn't happen without you 🤩 Thank you to everyone at the College for your support, enthusiasm and hard work, helping to make sure everyone has an amazing time at Merthyr Pride 💖🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

🎸💥🤩 We’re thrilled to introduce @KayshaLouvain, a gifted singer-songwriter from Wales, known for her passionate and soulful performances. Get ready to be moved by Kaysha's heartfelt songs and captivating stage presence. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance!

A massive thank you to @MerthyrVH for their support for Merthyr Pride again this year!! 😍🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

The best drag queen you’ve never heard of… Cardiff’s very own Gigi Spot will bring glamour and colour to the valleys in bucket loads! 💅🩷✨

Just one week to wait until Merthyr Pride 2024 - Saturday 17th August! 🥳🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ FREE ENTRY, NO TICKETS NEEDED!! Pride Parade through the town centre starts at 11am and then back to The College Merthyr Tydfil, 12-6pm. We can't wait to see you all there!

A sensation both on the scene and TikTok, we're thrilled to welcome @CatrinFeelings! This blonde, bilingual bombshell hailing from the heart of the South Wales valleys is set to dazzle and delight! 🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️

📣🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ MERTHYR PRIDE PARADE!! No need to sign up, just come along to Penderyn Square at 10.30am on Saturday 17th August. Starting at 11am, our samba band and volunteers will guide you through the town centre to Merthyr College, ready for the rest of the day's Pride celebrations!

Hailing from the Rhondda, we're excited to present the phenomenal Rachel Stephens! A finalist on 'All Together Now', Rachel's vocals leave audiences in awe. Get ready to be blown away by her captivating performance! Don’t miss out on witnessing this incredible talent live! 🎤💃🤩

With an extraordinary talent for embodying Freddie Mercury on the cabaret circuit, Like Freddie's electrifying performances have set a new standard to rival well-established tribute acts. Prepare to be blown away as he brings the legendary Queen frontman to life on stage! 🎸🔥🌟

Merthyr’s own Benjamin Vivian-Jones has entertained crowds across the world, from Heolgerrig to Hong Kong, and can’t wait to sing and celebrate Merthyr Pride with you! 🥳🎤✨

👠👠💖 Charismatic, flamboyant and very over the top!! Ruby Slippers is one of Wales's best loved Cabaret artists!

Can you volunteer at Merthyr Pride? Pride simply wouldn't happen without the support of our amazing volunteers 😇🥰 If you can help on Saturday 17th August and want to get involved, email Sharon for more information: sharon.jones@vamt.net

📣👏🎵 BBC's “All Together Now” finalist LYWIS brings his smooth and silky soulful tones to Merthyr so brace yourselves to hear him belting out some bangers!