London Pride is just around the corner and parade-goers are preparing to celebrate through the streets of central London tomorrow (Saturday, July 1).
We have created a list of Pride-related events you can attend in Hackney if you want to beat the central London crowds or try something different.
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Horse Meat Disco, Hackney Central
London queer party Horse Meat Disco is heading to Hackney's Night Tales for an all-day Pride disco.
Starting from 3pm tomorrow, the party will stretch from the terrace inside to the club and will feature disco and funk DJs.
Homostash Pride Rave, Hoxton
Another Pride rave will spread across three rooms at Colours in Hoxton.
The party kicks off at 9.30pm tomorrow so those attending the parade can join after.
Techno, disco and world music will feature with a long line-up of local and international DJs.
Howl Pride, Hackney Wick
Colour Factory nightclub in Queen's Yard is hosting a 16-hour sex-positive party.
The event starts at 2pm tomorrow and will rage until 6am on Sunday.
It features performances from London-based LGBTQ+ collectives, workshops and even a bouncy castle.
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Body2Body, Stoke Newington
Body2Body is an event group that run club nights aimed at trans masc and queer individuals.
It is hosting a Trans Pride party open to all at 66 Stoke Newington Road on July 7 from 10pm to 3am.
Transvision: Only Fire, Hackney Wick
Hosted by Transmissions, a DIY trans-activist network that represents all gender identities, Transvision will host Berlin's techno performer Only Fire for a Pride afterparty.
Starting at 9pm tomorrow, the party will go until 3am.
Tickets are currently sold out but could still be found on returns.
Sexquisite Slut Heaven, Bethnal Green
A sex-positive, featuring an all-queer line-up of DJs, dancers, burlesque performers and drag artists are taking over Bethnal Green Working Men's Club.
The event will take place on Friday, June 30 from 8am to 2pm.
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