Shoppers are heading to Morrisons on St James’s Street this Brighton Pride weekend to join in fundraising, face painting and feel-good moments , a compact, family-friendly spot to support Marie Curie while soaking up Pride spirit. Here’s what’s happening and why it’s worth a stop.
Essential Takeaways
- When and where: Morrisons St James’s Street will host activities across Brighton Pride weekend, with the main fundraiser on Saturday 1 August.
- Fundraising focus: Proceeds benefit Marie Curie via a tombola, lucky dip and a rainbow raffle , easy ways to give while you shop.
- Activities on offer: Cupcakes, a selfie station, face painting (12pm–3pm) and acupressure massages by donation (9am–12pm).
- Community feel: Events are run with local groups like Possability People and City Yoga UK, creating an inclusive, neighbourly atmosphere.
A friendly hub for Pride weekend , what to expect
Morrisons on St James’s Street is pitching itself as a cosy community stop during Brighton Pride, with the sensory little things that lift an outing , bright cupcakes, a selfie backdrop and the chatter of a tombola. According to the store’s community champion, Sam Dyke, the team wants to be a visible local partner, and the line-up screams accessible fun rather than a big-ticket party.
That matters in Brighton, where Pride has a huge programme across the city. While the parade and headline events draw crowds, smaller hubs like this make the weekend feel communal and manageable, especially for families or shoppers who want to join in without committing to all-day events.
Fundraising made simple , tombola, raffle and relaxed donations
The focus at Morrisons is straightforward: raise money for Marie Curie through a mix of raffle tickets, a lucky dip and a tombola. It’s the kind of fundraising that encourages impulse giving , you buy a ticket, you get a treat, and the cause wins. For those who prefer quieter participation, the acupressure sessions by donation are a gentle way to contribute while having a little self-care.
If you’re planning to pop in, bring small change for tickets and donations; popular stalls can sell out or get busy, and smaller notes make transactions quicker and friendlier.
Inclusive activities run with community groups
Face painting from 12pm to 3pm is provided by Possability People, a move that signals an inclusive approach to the weekend’s activities. City Yoga UK’s acupressure massages run from 9am until midday, offering a calm start to the day for shoppers and volunteers alike.
Brighton’s Pride programme is packed with events across venues and public spaces, and community-run pop-ups like this one fit neatly into that tapestry, giving local charities, volunteer-led groups and stores a chance to connect directly with residents and visitors.
Why smaller Pride events still matter
Large-scale Pride events generate headlines, but small, local fundraisers bring measurable benefits: they raise funds for charities, provide volunteering opportunities and let neighbours meet one another. According to Pride organisers and VisitBrighton listings, the weekend works best when big stages and small stalls coexist , each amplifies the other.
If you want to support Marie Curie but aren’t attending major concerts or the parade, a visit to Morrisons is a low-effort, high-impact option. You’ll leave with a cupcake, maybe a laugh from the selfie station, and the quiet satisfaction of having helped a cause.
Practical tips for visiting Morrisons Pride pop-up
Aim for a mid-morning slot if you want the massages, or early afternoon for face painting when queues are often shorter. Bring loose change for raffle tickets and tombola entries, and plan a quick detour to other Pride trail stops , VisitBrighton and Brighton Pride listings make it easy to map a lunchtime circuit.
And if you’re volunteering or running a stall elsewhere, dropping by for a cup of tea and a chat keeps the weekend feeling connected.
It's a small change that can make every Pride moment feel a bit warmer.
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