# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sparkle Weekend 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for the UK's longest celebration of trans lives, now in its 21st year.About this EventThe Sparkle Weekend is the UK’s longest running celebration of trans lives, taking place from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th June in Sackville Gardens, Manchester. Our event is aimed at everyone who identifies as trans, non-binary and gender variant, and their friends, families and allies. All ages are welcome!We want to bring together our gender variant community, to bring together joy, hope and celebration for the last weekend in June. The Sparkle Weekend has been a cornerstone of the LGBTQIA+ Community here in Manchester for the past 21 years. You can be sure of acceptance, celebration and a very warm welcome by our team, volunteers and other attendees. We aren’t just a community celebration, we are a family.What can you expect?Main Stage - A great selection of performers, hosts, comedians, singers, and musicians.Marketplace - Stalls to showcase an incredible range of market stalls, showcasing everything from grassroots organisations, creatives, charities, to our sponsors.Family & Youth Zone - Providing a safe haven and entertainment for trans children and their families, and support for trans parents and carers too!Wellness Zone - Offering health and wellness advice, a place to zone into your inner beauty, boost your confidence and take a breather from the world!Peace Lounge - A serene and welcoming space to relax and be inspired by the powerful words of best selling author and internationally renowned peace educator Prem Rawat.Sparkle Superstars - The Sparkle Superstars Pageant celebrates gender diversity by breaking down traditional binaries in a joyful, inclusive competition.Positivity Zone - A space to see vibrancy and creativity from the trans and gender diverse creative trader and arts community.Sensory Morning - Enjoy the market stalls, join in with some wellbeing activities, and relax before the hustle and bustle starts.Sober Spaces - To promote an ethos that festivals aren't just about the booze!Food & Drink Zone - A great selection of vendors to keep all of our visitors, traders, and volunteers happy, catering to a wide range of dietary requirements.Sanctuary Pop-Up - A quieter space just outside of the festival, to participate in workshops, activities, and make some connections.Organised by Sparkle - The National Transgender Charity (reg. charity number 1134725).*Terms & Conditions: the Sparkle team reserves the right to remove anyone where there is inappropriate conduct, disturbance, or intimidation on site. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/sparkle-weekend-2026/100001986428050773 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Nonprofit, health-wellness, Art, Festivals, Music, Contests, Workshops, comedy, literary-art, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 1, max: 25, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Sackville Gardens - **lat**: 53.4768172 - **long**: -2.2361295 - **full address**: Sackville Gardens, 41 Sackville Street, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sparkle Weekend 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b30bebc3050caaf1aa122a79db3c7588c69fbbc370f99c259cf3cbf1e869329b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc775c4a-gmir.jpg?v=1775733755 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sparkle Weekend 2026 being held? - **A:** Sparkle Weekend 2026 takes place on Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Sackville Gardens, 41 Sackville Street, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Sparkle Weekend 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for Sparkle Weekend 2026 range from GBP 1 to GBP 25 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityStandard TicketGBP 8AvailableTrans Bursary TicketGBP 1AvailableChild Ticket (under 18)GBP 5AvailableAllyship TicketGBP 13AvailablePay It Forward TicketGBP 25AvailableAccessible TicketGBP 8Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Sparkle Weekend 2026? - **A:** Sparkle Weekend 2026 is organized by Sparkle - The National Transgender Charity. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sparkle Weekend 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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