WSM Pride

Weston Independent Market Celebrates Pride with Joy and Community Spirit

The Weston Independent Market Pride Edition, held on Sunday 29 June 2025 at the Italian Gardens in Weston‑super‑Mare, was a vibrant and resounding success. The gardens transformed into a sea of rainbow colours, brimming with live music, drag performances, artisan stalls, and mouth‑watering local food.

🌈 A Day to Remember

Attendees flooded social media with enthusiastic praise. As one Instagram post summed it up:

“Wow wow wow – thank you Weston! What a brilliant day everyone had at today’s #Pride‑themed Weston Independent Market.”

👩‍🎤 From the Organisers

The excitement from the organisers was palpable. A Facebook post from the Weston Independent Market team read:

“Pop over to Weston-super‑Mare on Sunday 29 June for the Weston Independent Market – Pride Edition! A day full of celebration, community, and …”(Facebook)

They also teased the lineup:

“We’ve got some amazing stalls coming along for this special #Pride2025 themed Market, fabulous live music and entertainment and the spectacular …”

🎉 Highlights from the Event

• Over 40 independent artisan traders brought colourful Pride-themed products, treats, and crafts, perfectly matching the festive atmosphere.

• A lively mix of live music and family‑friendly drag performances throughout the day ensured all ages felt welcome and entertained.

• The event drew hundreds of visitors, many arriving draped in Pride flags and rainbow attire, creating a strong sense of unity and visibility.

💬 Voices from the Community

Attendees:One excited market-goer shared on Instagram,

“What a brilliant day everyone had …”

Organisers: Posts on Facebook expressed their pride in delivering the event:

“Pop over … a day full of celebration, community, and …”

“We’ve got some amazing stalls … fabulous live music and entertainment …”

✅ Why It Was a Success

• Community backing was strong, with local residents and businesses embracing the Pride edition wholeheartedly—many businesses displayed Pride stickers and decorated their frontages.

• Entertainment and programming hit the mark, blending artisan shopping, drag performance, music, and inclusive messaging into one welcoming day.

• The event stood as a vivid demonstration of Weston‑super‑Mare’s support for diversity, visibility, and creative expression.

🙌 Looking Ahead

The organisers reported receiving a wave of positive feedback from visitors, stallholders, and performers alike. With plans already underway to make Pride editions a recurring feature of the weekly market, the future looks bright—and colourful.

Thank You for Celebrating Pride with Us!

A heartfelt thank you goes out to every stallholder, volunteer, performer, and attendee who brought their spirit and enthusiasm. You made the Pride Edition of Weston Independent Market more than an event—it was a statement of community, acceptance, and joy. Here's to many more colourful, inclusive celebrations in years to come!