PRIDE CONNECT: LGBTQ+ NETWORKING FOR BUSINESSES & ARTISTS
Date: Monday 6 July 2026
Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Venue: Walthamstow Trades Hall, Tower Hamlets Road, London E17 4RQ

Join us for the opening event of Waltham Forest Pride 2026: a community networking party bringing together LGBTQ+ residents, artists, businesses, organisations and neighbours from across the borough.

This event aims to create a platform for queer businesses, artists and residents to connect, support one another, create opportunities and thrive together. Whether you're looking to collaborate, exchange ideas, explore support, build new partnerships, share experiences, or simply make new friends, this is a chance to strengthen community connections across Waltham Forest.

We will also be joined by representatives from Waltham Forest Council, who will give a short presentation on the borough's Night-Time Economy Strategy and discuss how it can support LGBTQ+ events, businesses, venues and community initiatives.
We welcome all LGBTQ+-owned and LGBTQ+-friendly businesses, venues, performers, community organisations and local residents.

Hosted by much-loved E17 drag queen Victoria Sponge, and featuring the fantastic Major Dom on the decks, the evening will feature music, networking and dancing as we launch Waltham Forest Pride 2026 in style.

Tickets for this event are free but we recommend reserving a place.