As Glastonbury Pride continues to grow, organisers are calling on volunteers to join the committee for next year's event.

If you're passionate about supporting the LGBT+ community and want to help create a memorable Pride in 2025, the organisers would love to hear from you. You can get involved by reaching out through the Glastonbury Pride Facebook page.

Glastonbury Pride 2024, the town's third annual celebration, took place on 28th July and was a resounding success. This year, the Intersex Pride Progress flag was flown from the town hall for the first time, symbolising the event's theme of Unity Through Diversity.

The day began with a vibrant performance at the Market Cross by Glastonbury Border Morris and Molly No-Mates, Bristol's leading queer, drag king Molly dancing team. The lighting of the Unity Candle, followed by a blessing from the priest of Antinous the Gay God, officially opened the festivities. After some lively entertainment, including the Dragon Drummers, participants joined the march through town, carrying the long rainbow Intercom Flag and following Unity the Unicorn.

The parade concluded at Benedict Street, where MP Sarah Dyke, the first openly lesbian Member of Parliament, officially opened the events at Bonaroo at Ben's. Attendees enjoyed performances from local singers and dancers, as well as special guests Lady Shakira Diamond and Violent May, who travelled from Plymouth to be part of the celebration. Eric generously provided free food, and various stalls offered information and opportunities to support local LGBT+ businesses. The event also featured a raffle, which raised £75 each for three charities: Mermaids, SWISH, and Somerset 2BU.

Around 150 people attended Glastonbury Pride 2024, and the organisers thanked everyone who made the day possible.

This includes the Queen of Cups for hosting the Pride brunch, St Benedict's Church for providing a venue for the entertainment, all the local businesses that donated raffle prizes, Unison for using the gazebo and hiring the Intercom Flag, and everyone who volunteered their time to help.

While this year's Pride was a joyful celebration, it also highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBT+ community. Increased online opposition in the lead-up to the event served as a reminder that Pride is not just a celebration but also a protest. Organisers emphasised the importance of continuing to gather, be visible, and stand in solidarity with oppressed LGBT+ people worldwide, while also fighting to uphold and advance rights here at home.

Plans are already underway for Glastonbury Pride 2025, and organisers are eager to make it even better with the help of new volunteers.