Newquay Pride returns with the world’s largest Pride flag

A rainbow flag big enough to fill a street will be carried down towards the sea again this month. Behind it comes a samba band, a forest of smaller flags and a crowd wearing every colour going.

Cornwall Pride is bringing Newquay Pride back to Killacourt on Saturday 29 August, a full day of celebration that runs from 10am through to 8pm. Entry is free and there is no ticket to buy.

The parade and the world’s largest Pride flag

The march is the centrepiece. Crowds gather at Barrowfields from 11.45am and the parade sets off at 12 noon, led by the Newquay Samba Band and headed up by what organisers call the world’s largest Pride flag. It winds through the streets of Newquay along Narrowcliff, Cliff Road, East Street and Trebarwith Crescent, and takes around half an hour from start to finish.

The route does include some inclines, so anyone with limited mobility may find it hard going. Those who would rather skip the walk can head straight to Killacourt and wait for the flag to arrive.

Who’s performing at Killacourt

Host Roxie Moron guides the day from the stage, with a line-up that includes Nathan Stubbings, Roxie Grew, Cinderfella, Kayleigh Tucker, Victor Von Plume and Zalick. Music and performances carry on through the afternoon and into the evening, with the site open until 8pm.

A dog show, stalls and a bar

Between 2pm and 4.40pm, RSPCA Cornwall runs a dog show at Killacourt with categories that stretch from Waggiest Happiest Tail to the coveted Newquay Pride Top Dog 2026. Around the field, more than 60 stalls bring together local businesses, support groups and charities, and the Cornwall Pride shop will be selling flags and merchandise.

There is a bar for over-18s and food vendors on site, and anyone who prefers can bring their own food and soft drinks along.

Getting there, and what to expect

The main celebration area at Killacourt is a level grassy space with accessible toilets. There is also a quiet, sensory-friendly space with ear defenders available for a £5 deposit. Organisers have noted that there are no wheelchair platforms or sign language interpreters at this year’s event.

Cornwall Pride runs as a registered charity, number 1191003, and supports LGBTQ+ communities across Cornwall through the year. The work leans on donations and partner organisations, and days like this one are where much of it comes together. The Top Dog crown, at least, is still up for grabs.

📷Credit: Cornwall Pride