Get ready to celebrate Dublin Pride 2026! The city is bursting with colour, unity, and joy as locals and visitors unite to celebrate love, identity, and progress.
If you're travelling to Dublin alongside the thousands of others expected to attend, reliable travel is essential. That's where we come in. Whether you're arriving from Dublin Airport or journeying from Cork or Belfast, we'll help get you to the heart of the action, stress-free.
When is Dublin Pride 2026?
This year, the Dublin Pride Festival runs from June 24th to June 28th 2026, with the iconic Pride parade taking place on Saturday, 27th June at 12:30 pm.
Looking back at Dublin Pride
he main event of Dublin Pride is undoubtedly the parade. This year, it takes place on Saturday, 27th June at 12:30 pm.
The route will start on O'Connell Street, passing Eden Quay, Custom House Quay, over Talbot Bridge, along City Quay, Lombard Street, and Westland Row before ending at Merrion Square Pride Village. You can spend the rest of the day there (it's completely free, no tickets needed).
Spot the Aircoach Team!
This year, we’re doing more than just dropping you off. Keep an eye out for our very own official Pride coach rolling along the parade route! Our Aircoach staff will be walking alongside it, ready to celebrate with you.
If you're travelling to the parade with us from Dublin Airport, Cork, or Belfast, all of our services will drop you off within walking distance to O'Connell Street so you can join in on the celebrations effortlessly.
What other Dublin Pride events can you expect?
If you're local to the city or visiting Dublin for an extended trip, there are loads of other events throughout the week. Here are a few lined up for this year:
Tour of LGBTQIA+ Artworks at the National Gallery of Ireland
The National Gallery of Ireland is offering various guided tours highlighting the contribution of LGBTQIA+ artists to the history of fine art. There are various dates and times available, and the best part is it's completely free! There's even a self guided online tour available if you're not able to visit in person.
Getting there: Take Aircoach to O'Connell Street, then walk 8 minutes to the Gallery.
Gauche Pride Market - G Edition
Not to be missed is the Gauche Pride Market's G Edition at Wigwam Dublin on Middle Abbey Street. On Saturday, 21st June from 12–5pm, join the Girls, Goths, Gays, and Gamers for their largest market yet, featuring all half stalls and an eclectic mix of special treasures perfect for Pride and more.
Travel on Aircoach to O'Connell Street and walk 7 minutes to the market.
Mother Pride After Party at the Button Factory
Keep the fun going all night long after the pride parade with the Mother Pride After Party hosted at the Button Factory. Found in Temple Bar, enjoy a night of disco, pop and house beats with acts including Glamo, Mars Montana and DJ Kelly-Anne Byrne.
To get there, take Aircoach to O'Connell Street, then enjoy a 5 minute walk to the venue.
Do buses run during Dublin Pride?
Absolutely. All Aircoach services from Dublin Airport, Cork, Belfast, and Derry/L'Derry to Dublin remain fully operational throughout the festival, including parade day (Saturday). Enjoy guaranteed seating, flexible ticketing, and affordable fares, so you can get where you need to be without the hassle.
How to get to Dublin Pride 2026
With our services running throughout Dublin Pride, it couldn't be easier to get there. Here is how to travel from Dublin Airport, Cork, or Belfast:
From Dublin Airport
Take the 700 or 700X bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 or 2 to Dublin City and get dropped off at O'Connell Street.
If you’re travelling on parade day (27th June) there are some slight diversions between 8am and 4pm.
For the 700 towards Leopardstown, you will alight at Fleet Street. It's just a quick 10-minute walk to O'Connell Street.
For the 700X towards Dublin City, you will alight at Westmoreland Street, which is also under a 10-minute walk to the parade start.
From Cork
Travel directly from Cork to Dublin with our intercity 704X route. Throughout the week, you can get dropped off at Bachelor's Walk.
Parade Day Diversions (Saturday 27th June, 8 am - 4 pm): You will need to alight at Arran Quay instead. It's a slight detour, but still a very doable distance and a highly cost-effective way to get to the celebrations.
From Belfast
Take our 705X coaches from Belfast to Dublin, featuring on-board toilets, reclining seats, and Wi-Fi, dropping you directly at O'Connell Street.
Parade Day Diversions (Saturday 27th June, 8 am - 4 pm): You will need to alight at North Wall Quay 3Arena instead. You can easily connect with the LUAS to take you closer to the action.
Ready to Celebrate?
No matter where you're travelling from, we can get you to the centre of the celebration and make your Dublin Pride experience easy, comfortable, stress free and fun. Book your Aircoach tickets online now to secure your seat, and let the celebrations begin!