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24 May

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Organizers of Dordrecht Pride have confirmed the event will return on Saturday, August 22, 2026, featuring a Pride Walk, a large "Roze Markt," and live performances in the city center.

Dordrecht Pride Sets Date for August 2026

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DORDRECHT – Organizers have announced that the next edition of Dordrecht Pride will take place on Saturday, 22 August 2026. The event, which serves the city of Dordrecht and the surrounding Drechtsteden region, is setting its date well in advance, providing a long-range calendar highlight for the community to anticipate.

The theme remains "Samen vieren we de liefde!" (Together we celebrate love!), with a full day of activities planned to promote visibility and inclusivity.

Planned Festivities for the Day

The 2026 event is expected to follow a similar structure to previous successful editions, with several key components planned throughout the city:

  • Pride Walk: The central procession of the day is scheduled to begin at 15:30 from the Merwekade. Participants will walk together through the city to the Stadhuisplein, which will serve as the main festival area.
  • Roze Markt (Pink Market): The Groenmarkt will be transformed into the 'Rozemarkt' for the day, hosting what organizers describe as the largest Pink Lifestyle Market in the Netherlands. The market will feature informational booths, fashion, and handmade goods. According to the organization, all stalls for the 2026 market have already been filled, indicating strong early interest.
  • Main Stage and Activities: The Stadhuisplein will host a main stage with a program of live performances. Additionally, a 'Trouwen voor 1 Dag' (Marry for a Day) event will be held in the City Hall, offering a symbolic ceremony for couples.

Community and Corporate Involvement

The organization is extending an open invitation to community groups, sports clubs, companies, and individuals to participate in the Pride Walk. For businesses and organizations looking to show their support, partnership and sponsorship opportunities are available. Interested parties can contact the organization directly via email at info@dordrechtpride.nl for more information.

A Look Back at Dordrecht Pride

To get a sense of the atmosphere at the event, you can view the aftermovie from a previous edition below:

Further details about the performance lineup and specific programming for Dordrecht Pride 2026 are expected to be released closer to the event date. For now, the community is invited to save the date for the celebration of diversity in the Drechtsteden region.

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