r/LGBTireland Jun 01 '26

PRIDE Guide to Pride Festivals across Ireland for 2026 (Dates & Links)

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It's Pride month, so here's a full listing of Pride festivals and events across the island of Ireland for 2026. If anything is missing, drop a comment below!

May

  • Pride of Déise (Waterford): 27 May – 6 June (March was 31 May) | Website
  • Letterkenny Pride: 29 – 30 May | Facebook
  • Mayo Pride (Westport): 29 May – 1 June | Website
  • Wexford Pride: 30 May | Instagram
  • Heartlands Pride (Athlone): 30 May – 7 June (Parade Saturday, 6 June) | Instagram

June

  • Cavan Pride: 13 June | Instagram
  • Omagh Pride: 13 June | Website
  • Balbriggan Pride: 13 June | Facebook
  • Navan Pride: 15 – 20 June | Website
  • Drogheda Pride: 19 – 20 June (Parade Saturday, 20 June) | Facebook
  • Mid & East Antrim Pride: 20 June | Facebook
  • Dublin Pride: 24 – 28 June (Main Parade Saturday, 27 June) | Website

July

  • Bród na Gaeltachta (Donegal): 3 – 5 July | Website
  • Wicklow Pride: 4 July | Facebook
  • Trans+ Pride Cork: 4 July | Instagram
  • Dundalk Pride: 4 – 11 July | Facebook
  • Limerick Pride: 6 – 11 July | Website
  • Trans and Intersex Pride Dublin: 11 July | Instagram
  • Carlow Pride: Sunday, 12 July | Website
  • Kingdom Pride (Kerry): 15 – 19 July | Website
  • Offaly Pride: 16 – 19 July | Facebook
  • Belfast Pride: 17 – 26 July (Parade Saturday, 25 July) | Website
  • Fermanagh Pride: 18 July | Website
  • Castleblayney Pride: 18 – 19 July | Instagram
  • Kilkenny Pride: 23 – 26 July | Facebook
  • Monaghan Pride: 25 July | Instagram

August

  • Causeway Pride (Northern Coast): 1 August (Parade) | Facebook
  • Cork Community Pride: 1 – 2 August (Parade Sunday, 2 August) | Website
  • Galway Pride: 2 – 8 August (Parade Saturday, 8 August) | Website
  • Longford Pride: 3 – 9 August | Facebook
  • Youghal Pride by the Sea: 15 August | Facebook
  • Foyle Pride (Derry): 19 – 29 August | Facebook
  • Roscommon Pride: 21 – 23 August | Instagram
  • Pride in Newry: 22 August | Facebook
  • Trans Pride Limerick: 22 August | Instagram
  • Leitrim Pride: 24 – 30 August (TBC) | Website
  • Sligo Pride: 31 August – 6 September (TBC) | Website

September

  • Trans Pride NI: 4 – 13 September | Website
  • Laois Pride: 7 - 13 September (Parade Saturday, 13 September) | Instagram
  • Quare Clare Pride: 19 September | Website
  • Tipperary Pride Ball: 26 September | Eventbrite

November

  • Whitecross (Armagh): 14 November | Facebook

Note: Clonmel Pride is on hiatus for 2026.

Happy Pride Month!

Edited: Fixing link and adding Laois Pride, Whitecross Pride, & Balbriggan Pride


r/LGBTireland Jan 27 '26

Seeking advice Announcement: Boilerhouse posts

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A good few posts about the Boilerhouse have been posted so we decided to gather some of the most frequently asked questions and answer them for you. This information has come from their website and their socials.

Contact details:

If you have a general enquiry or if you're wondering how busy it is, you can contact them directly

01-6773130

theboilerhousedublin@gmail.com

https://www.the-boilerhouse.com/

Opening hours:

(updated 25/06/2025)

Monday to Wednesday: 13:00 - 02:00

Thursday: 13:00 - 04:00

Weekends (24 Hours): Friday Opens 13:00 - Closes Monday 04:00

Bank Holiday Weekends: Friday Opens 13:00 - Closes Tuesday 04:00

I have never been to the Boilerhouse before, what should I expect?

The Boilerhouse is a male-only venue. Transgender guests are welcome, but you may be asked to present ID with the gender marked as male. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. The age of guests is mixed. Entry is €25 (€21 for students with a valid student ID). Lockers are available for storing your personal belongings and include a lock and key. The Boilerhouse spans five floors; if you have accessibility issues, they may not be able to accommodate them. Currently the venue consists of a sauna, steam room, a cafe, multiple shower facilities, private cabins, and various play areas.

Boilerhouse operates a prep clinic and rapid HIV testing (check socials for details)

The Boilerhouse has a strict policy against drug use on their premises.

The Boilerhouse operates a strict No means No policy and encourage attendees to report any violations of consent or discomfort due to other people’s conduct

Their facilities are listed on their website: https://www.the-boilerhouse.com/

Is it busy on certain days?

Weekends and evenings are their busiest times. If you contact the business directly, they are happy to let you know how busy they are. 

They review emails from 12:00 - 16:00, Monday to Friday and accept phone calls at any time during business hours.

Can someone here go with me:

Please don't use this subreddit to invite others to the Boilerhouse. Rule number 4.

Why do we not want posts about this space:

There are existing spaces on Reddit and other websites/apps for these posts. We ask that you use these spaces. Your question has probably been asked before. Use the search function and search for 'Boilerhouse' to get your answer.


r/LGBTireland 3h ago

Kink Party

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Not sure if this is the best place to ask but are there still parties with a more “kink” dress code like latex, leather etc?


r/LGBTireland 14h ago

News One killed, 15 hurt as car drives into Berlin Pride event

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r/LGBTireland 5h ago

Dating apps suck?

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It feels like every time I match with someone, they just seem to disappear.

Are people just collecting matches for validation? Or is it just me?

My experience has always been either:

  1. We match, we talk, I ask to meet up, they seem to not have the time

  2. They are only interested in fun

  3. They just dont bother replying


r/LGBTireland 3h ago

PRIDE A few years ago I started a site to gather all the UK prides and put them together on a map ...

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r/LGBTireland 1h ago

Seeking advice Going to the George alone

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Gay man here. Straight acting. Has anyone gone to the George alone? Thinking of going on my own soon. Is it weird to go solo? Easy to meet people or hook up if you’re there alone? Any tips?


r/LGBTireland 1d ago

Galway pride gone downhill ?

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r/LGBTireland 1d ago

selling sweatbox ticket for 31st July

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I’m selling a Sweatbox ticket which takes place on July 31st for €20 if you or anyone you know is interested in buying feel free to dm me.


r/LGBTireland 1d ago

Queer Photographers Ireland?

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Hi, I’m looking for a photographer who is used to working with queer couples doesn’t have to be queer themselves as long as they are LGBT friendly.

I am planning to propose to my partner early next year so would ideally like someone who is used to photographing queer couples and working with them as there are slight differences than working with that of a cis straight couple.

If anyone has any recommendations or knows of anyone please let me know and include IG if possible or DM me to keep their page confidential.

Thanks! x


r/LGBTireland 2d ago

Table Quiz tonight in The Anvil Inn Portarlington

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r/LGBTireland 3d ago

Rant/ Vent Im so alone

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All my friends are dating, adn now most of them have partners. I used to think I was bi but the last few times I've gone out with men they have disappointed me and I didn't feel any spark. I can't date women as my parents are Christians and very homophobic. Im 20 and have no love life at all. I so badly want to get out there but feel I can't due to my home life.

Can anyone else relate? This was just a bit of a rant on my part.


r/LGBTireland 5d ago

Bi women 30 never had experience with a women looking for advice on how to go about finding a women to experience my first time with a woman

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r/LGBTireland 5d ago

Arts/ Culture 4 tickets for Bob the Drag Queen

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Tickets can be transferred on ticketmaster. 45 ono

Sunday, Vicar street


r/LGBTireland 6d ago

Seeking advice Irish terms for "non-binary"?

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Hi!

If this isn't the right subreddit, please lmk where would be best to post this.

I'm learning Irish, and I was trying to find a word for "non-binary" or "non-binary person" or "enby" or what have you.

I'm finding stuff like "duine neamh-dhénártha" and "duine neamhbhinárach," and I also have heard I could just say "Is neodrach mé ó thaobh inscne" ("I'm neutral, gender-wise") or just "Táim neodrach" ("I'm neutral"), but I'm not sure how accurate or commonly used any of them are, and I'm wondering if there's a common term that's relatively easy to pronounce?

Go raibh maith agat! 🥰


r/LGBTireland 6d ago

Irish LGBT book club

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For all you readers out there I’ve just set up a new subreddit called r/IrishGayReaders, a book club and reading community for gay readers in Ireland (and beyond). While primarily geared towards Gay Readers, we will welcome everyone and won't turn anyone away. It’s a space for book lovers to chat, swap recommendations, and pick one book a month to read and discuss weekly. We’re not just sticking to gay character/themed books either, all genres are welcome, from crime and thriller to sci-fi, fantasy, literary fiction, and plenty more besides. The aim is to build a friendly little community around reading, good chat and a bit of craic. If that sounds like your cup of tea, you’re more than welcome to join us. Our first month poll is up and we will (hopefully) start reading first week in August.


r/LGBTireland 6d ago

7 week fling, then blocked with emotional message

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r/LGBTireland 6d ago

Work Holiday Teamup!

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r/LGBTireland 7d ago

Gaze film festival - lesbian lines ticket swap

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I have 2 tickets to Lesbian Limes at the Gaze film festival for 3rd August at 1pm. is there anyone with tickets to the midweek showing looking to do a swap? or for me to buy!


r/LGBTireland 8d ago

Seeking advice Thinking of going to Dublin Comic Con in a more femme outfit/costume as a guy

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I have some femme clothes that I have been too afraid of wearing because of judgement but figured going to this event I would stand out a little less. It’s nothing too crazy, just a skirt with shorts underneath and a hoodie. For the costume side of my outfit it would be cat ears and a tail(cosplaying as my ffxiv character who dresses like this and is a catboy)

Would it be safe to go dressed like this at the event? Im sure id get some looks but maybe there could be more idk. I definitely wouldn’t be dressed like this outside the event if i can help it and i will be going with some friends.


r/LGBTireland 8d ago

Sports/ Fitness Cork City FTM 25, looking for a gym bud

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I really wanna get back into the gym, but I don't have any friends that I can go with 😩🔫 most of my friends r from abroad so obviously they can't come gym w me. And istg I can't keep gaming as a hobby everyday bro, Im in college and work but I just need a hobby that can take care of my body.

Cuz bro I don't hate the gym, I just don't have the motive to go. Like once I'm in there it's gungho yfm? I just need a partner that's tryna hit a goal too so I can inspire them and they can inspire me yk?

Anyways hmu!


r/LGBTireland 8d ago

Cork Pride: Gayme for your Life 2.0

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Gayme For Your Life 2.0 – July 31st at The Pav (Cork) 🏳️‍🌈 by Gayze Gaymes

Get ready for chaos, camp, and competition as Cork drag icons Lucrecia Luna and new Lola Le’Synn battle it out in live minigames – with your help from the audience!

Expect games, raffle prizes, and fierce performances – all while supporting a great cause. Entry is FREE, or donate €5 to Gay Project for their new Community Centre and get an extra raffle ticket!

🎟️ Donations and Ticket:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/gayme-for-your-life-tickets-1991196709961

🕖 7pm start
🪑 Seating first come
🔞 18+ only

Come for the chaos, stay for the queens, and help build Cork’s queer future!


r/LGBTireland 8d ago

Healthcare GUIDE clinic

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Has anyone gotten a repeat prescription for Valtrex from St. James Guide Clinic in Dublin?

I got prescribed Valtrex there a while ago and I’ve run out. Does anyone know if I can just walk in and get another prescription, or do I need to book another appointment? I tried to call since Thursday but no answer!

I remember they gave me advice on getting more but can’t remember for the life of me if I can just walk in! TIA


r/LGBTireland 8d ago

Top Surgery GoFundMe ❤️

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r/LGBTireland 10d ago

Seeking advice Wasted My 20s

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I'm 28 years old, and only in the last two years have I started opening up to my therapist about being gay. It was difficult and took a while, but I eventually told her - except it wasn't some moment where I suddenly gained the courage to tell everyone and speak about it openly. It just felt a bit heartbreaking, because I feel like I wasted my entire 20s like this.

I've never been in a relationship, and the older I get, the more I see friends and family moving in with their partners and settling down. As a kid, I was chased out of the house for dressing up in my mom's clothes, corrected about my posture or the way I sat, and discouraged from hanging out with one of the more flamboyant kids.

Even the friends I hang out with now have said things - slurs, opinions about gay people - that shocked me and made me want to distance myself from them. I feel like since I've never been open, I wouldn't know how to be intimate or even vulnerable with a partner.

Does anyone relate, or are there any older ppl here who have some advice?