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Parade for The Animals UK, Bristol

Organised by FriendsNotFood and Parade For The Animals UK.
A powerful march with giant Inflatable animals, 20+ vegan food vendors, vegan activist stalls, inspirational speakers, epic music, beautiful poetry and much more.

Join vegans from across the UK in a spectacular celebration of veganism’s unstoppable rise! This vibrant parade will inspire and ignite passion for a compassionate, vegan lifestyle.
Expect a dazzling spectacle of booming speakers blasting uplifting vegan anthems, towering inflatable animals, rhythmic drummers, bold banners, and eye-catching signs, all creating a powerful atmosphere of advocacy.
Parade Details:
* Date & Time: Saturday, May 16, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM (Food vendors ands activist stalls from 10am to 4pm)
* Starting Point: Bristol Queen Square BS1 4LH
* Duration: Approximately 60 minutes, following a looped route back to the start.

After the parade, stay for an inspiring lineup of speakers from top vegan organizations, sharing powerful messages to fuel the movement.

Hear empowering speeches including…
VIVA: Juliet Gellatley
https://www.instagram.com/vivacharity/
PETA: Reuben Skeats
https://www.instagram.com/petauk/
Ultra Vegan Runner: Paul Youd
https://www.instagram.com/youdpaul/
Project Livestream: Mel & Steve
https://www.instagram.com/itsmelandsteve/
We The Free: Pixie Owen
https://www.instagram.com/activism.wtf/
Activist Doctor: Dr Ishani Rao
https://www.instagram.com/dr.ishani.rao/
‘Born On Death Row’ Film maker Fiaz Ahmed
https://www.instagram.com/bodrdoc/
Plus incredible poetry from Fleur Sade
https://www.instagram.com/foodwithoutfacespoet/
Plus Beautiful music from Queen V
https://www.instagram.com/veganqueenv/
Plus Epic music from DARKAH
https://www.instagram.com/darkah_music
Hosted and Speakers Introduced by Activist Danii John
https://www.instagram.com/danii_edenic_vegan/
* Savor a delicious array of around 20 vegan food stalls, and explore Bristol’s world-class vegan dining scene, including local gems like Vegan India, Koocha Vegan Mezze, Oowee Vegan, VE Burger, VX Bristol, and Cheung’s Vegan Kitchen.
* Get Involved! Be part of this unforgettable day of unity, celebration, and change. Bring your energy, your voice, and your love for veganism.
* Share the event with friends, follow us on social media for updates, and let’s make this an incredible parade that can spread and inspire more like it across the world.