Tulisa Shines at Manchester Pride 2025’s Expanded Mardi gras Party
Manchester Pride 2025 delivered a vibrant weekend, culminating in a breathtaking performance by Tulisa at the newly established Mardi Gras event held at Depot Mayfield. She joined a stellar lineup that included headliners Olly Alexander and Nelly Furtado,electrifying the crowds with her energy and stage presence.
This year’s festival held particular significance, marking the 40th anniversary of the event’s inception. It all began in 1985,though it wasn’t yet known as Manchester Pride.
Over the decades, the celebration evolved, adopting various names like Gay Week, Manchester Mardi gras, and Gayfest before settling on its current identity. This evolution reflects the growing and changing landscape of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.
A New Venue, A Bigger Celebration
Manchester Pride expanded beyond its customary Village location for 2025, introducing the Mardi Gras stage area at Depot Mayfield. This move allowed for a larger capacity and a more expansive festival experience.
For attendees, Depot Mayfield offered a central hub to experience the headlining acts across Saturday and Sunday. You found yourself immersed in a dynamic atmosphere, celebrating diversity and inclusivity.
Tulisa embraced the spirit of Manchester,showcasing a striking yellow and black outfit on Instagram before her performance. Her ensemble paid homage to the city’s iconic worker bee symbol, a nod to Manchester’s industrial heritage and the hardworking spirit of its people.The look quickly garnered attention, with Rylan playfully commenting, “I was gonna wear that!” Fans flooded the comments section with praise. @alissia_havis exclaimed, “Manchester Madness wow ok you look INCREDDDDD,” while @redhead4life1000 admired the corset and expressed enjoyment of Tulisa’s music.
Here’s what made Manchester Pride 2025 special:
A Milestone Anniversary: Celebrating 40 years of LGBTQ+ advocacy and community.
Expanded Venue: depot Mayfield provided more space and a fresh festival experience.
Star-Studded lineup: Featuring Tulisa, Olly Alexander, Nelly Furtado, and many more.
Local Homage: Tulisa’s outfit celebrated manchester’s iconic worker bee.
* Community Spirit: A weekend dedicated to celebrating diversity, inclusivity, and pride.Manchester Pride continues to be a beacon of hope and acceptance, and this year’s event proved to be one of the most memorable yet.It’s a testament to the resilience, strength, and unwavering spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.
