List of Philadelphia Pride Month events 2023
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Get ready because June is National Gay Pride Month and the Philadelphia area has a list of events to celebrate.
LGBTQ+ Wellness Fair
May 30, 2023 -- 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Nicetown-Tioga Library at 3720 North Broad Street
The Nicetown-Tioga Library, along with the Bradbury-Sullivan LBGT Community Center, is hosting the Philly LGBTQ+ Wellness Fair. The event will include a variety of activities and resources, including HIV testing and healthcare enrollment. There will also be a wardrobe gift card giveaway, as well as snacks.
For more information, visit the Free Library of Philadelphia website.
Gender 101
May 31, 2023 -- 5 p.m.
Location: Northeast Regional Library at 2228 Cottonman Avenue
The Northeast Regional Library is hosting an event for those who are interested in learning more about what pronouns are or what being transgender means. The event aims to help participants gain a basic understanding of gender identity and expression in the modern world, including terminology and the importance of safe spaces for gender-diverse youth, according to organizers.
For more information, visit the Free Library of Philadelphia website.
Sofitel Philadelphia Celebrates Pride
June 1 - 24, 2023
Location: Sofitel
Sofitel Philadelphia is celebrating Pride Month with a Drag Tea, LGBT Flag exhibit and a charity fundraiser.
A Philly Pride Flag will be flying out and proud on the 17th side of the Sofitel. A flag dedication will be held Thursday, June 1 at 2:15 p.m. ceremony. Inside, neighbors, guests and visitors are invited to visit the Hall of LGBTQ Flags Exhibition featuring six individual LGBTQ flags flying high above the lobby to celebrate the diversity of the local and hotel LGBTQ community.
Sofitel's Drag Tea will be expanded to every Saturday in June (June 3, 10, 17 and 24). The Drag tea includes tea sandwiches, sweet surprises, live entertainment, and even a glass of your favorite brunch boozy beverage of choice. You can purchase tickets here for $75 or $85 with bottomless champagne, mimosas and bloody marys.
Reading Pride March & Rally
June 3, 2023 -- 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: City of Reading City Hall, 815 Washington Street
The City of Reading is marking history for the first time ever with Pride march and rally. The march will begin with a flag raising at city Hall, followed by a march up 9th Street, between Washington and Penn Street, and end at the city park. Following the march will be a Pride picnic and rally, supporting drag, bipoc and trans siblings. Organizers suggest to dress in your pride best!
For more information, visit the Reading Pride Celebration website.
Philly Pride 365
June 4, 2023 -- 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Independence Mall to 12th and Locust, Philadelphia
The day-long, family-friendly celebration will kick off at 10:30 a.m. with the Pride "Love, Light and Liberation" march through Philadelphia's Center City. The march will start at Independence Mall, located at 5th and Arch streets, and will end at the Gayborhood Festival near 12th and Locust streets. It is a vehicle-free community march that is open to all, according to organizers. No registration is needed to participate.
After the walk, enjoy food, music and more at the Gayborhood Pride Festival, where the fun will continue until 7 p.m.
Parking is expected to be limited, so organizers said "public transportation is your best bet." Several SEPTA bus stops are conveniently located near the march starting line, as well as the 5th Street Independence Hall station to the Market/Frankford subway line. However, while driving isn't recommended, there are also several parking lots just a few blocks away from the festival.
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The city also has planned several road closures for the event. The following streets will be closed on June 4 from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Juniper Street from Walnut Street to Cypress Street
- Cypress Street from Juniper Street to 12th Street
- 13th Street from Walnut Street to Spruce Street
- 12th Street from Walnut Street to Spruce Street
- Quince Street from Walnut Street to Locust Street
- Locust Street from Juniper Street to 12th Street
- Spruce Street from Juniper Street to 12th Street
- Chancellor Street from Juniper Street to 12th Street
- St. James Street from 13th Street to 12th Street
- S. Camac Street from Spruce Street to Walnut Street
- Schubert Alley from S. Camac Street 12th Street
- Manning Street from S. Camac Street to 12th Street
"Temporary No Parking" zone signs will also be posted from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Vehicles parked in these locations during the posted hours will be relocated, city officials said.
SEPTA Bus Routes 12, 23 and 45 will also be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 4:30 a.m. on June 4 until approximately 8 p.m. For more information on specific route changes, visit the SEPTA website.
For more information, visit our Philly Pride 365 guide.
SWEAT LGBTQ Dance Party: Philly Pride Edition
June 3, 2023 -- 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Cavanaugh's River Deck, 417 N Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Grab your friends and head to Cavanaugh's River Deck for their outdoor LGBTQ dance party! Express yourself by wearing your most vibrant outfit.
Organizers claim it is the largest LGBTQ+ event of the summer. People of all genders, sexual orientations and identities are welcome.
Tickets cost $30. To get yours, click here.
NOVEM LGBTQ+ Pride WOD 2023 Fitness Fundraiser
June 3, 2023 -- 8 a.m. - noon
Location: 1732 N Howard Street, Philadelphia
Help support the Attic Youth Center of Philadelphia by participating in the 2023 LGBTQ+ Pride WOD Fitness Fundraiser. Registration for a workout heat is $10 for current Novem members and $20 for non-Novem members.
For more information on out to participate or donate, visit the event page.
Buzz Gworls Pride Month Drag Brunch
June 11, 2023 -- 12 p.m.
Location: City Winery, Philadelphia
Get your tickets to the Buzz Gworls Pride Month Drag Brunch. Tickets are available for $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
For more information, visit the City Winery website.
6th Annual Pride Bar Crawl - Philadelphia
June 17, 2023 -- 4 p.m. - midnight
Location: Tabu Lounge & Sports Bar, 254 South 12th Street, Philadelphia
Show your pride at the 6th annual Pride Bar Crawl - Philadelphia. Crawl locations include Tabu Lounge & Sports Bar, Bru Craft & Wurst, Club Pulse & Bar, Down Nightclub Philadelphia, Drinker's Pub, Howl at the Moon Philadelphia, Raven Lounge and Tradesman's.
Tickets are between $15-$20 and include 1-2 complimentary drinks or shots, free cover to drag show, exclusive drink specials, food specials at partner venues, access to bar crawl map, custom pride badges with vouchers and an afterparty.
The 2022 Pride Crawl donated $22,653 to the Trevor Project, according to event organizers. This year, 20% of the event proceeds will go to the William Way LGBT Community Center.
To get your ticket, visit the Pride Bar Crawl event page.
PRIDE Solstice: The Philadelphia Freedom Band in Concert
June 21, 2023 -- 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia
Put on your dance shoes, because the Philadelphia Freedom Band is hosting a PRIDE Solstice concert! They will perform a selection of music, including songs from Elton John, Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato, Blink 182, Dua Lipa and more.
The event is for all ages and general admission is free.
For more information, click here.
Phillies Pride Night
June 23, 2023 -- 7:05 p.m.
The Phillies will host their Pride Night on Friday, June 23, against the New York Mets. The first 2,000 fans who buy tickets will get a voucher for a Pride-themed bucket hat.
All members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as family, friends and organizations are invited to come out and show their pride at this event. You can purchase tickets here.
Youth Queer Lit Fest
June 24, 2023 -- 1 p.m.
Location: Philadelphia City Institute, 1905 Locust Street
The Free Library of Philadelphia is inviting young people between ages 10 to 19 for a celebration of queer middle-grade and teen books. Middle and high schoolers are encouraged to talk about their favorite books featuring LGBTQ+ characters. Parents and caregivers are also welcome.
For more information, visit the Free Library of Philadelphia website.
Trek Greater Philadelphia Pride Ride
June 25, 2023 -- 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: The Landing Kitchen, 617 Righters Ferry Rd, Bala Cynwyd
Everyone is welcome on this casual cruise - so bring your family, coworkers, neighbors, and friends.
Plus, they'll be handing out lots of tasty snacks, drinks, and free goodies for you and your bike (while supplies last).
For more information, visit here.
PRIDE: Poets in the Park
June 26, 2023 -- 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Shakespeare Park at 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia
Free Library of Philadelphia is hosting the first PRIDE: Poets in the Park, which will feature local poets Boston Gordan, Campbell Simmons and Sean Hanrahan. Each will be reading selections from their works, as well as discussing their craft and take questions.
Time permitting, there may be an opportunity for open mic readings from the audience, according to organizers
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, click here.
Prideteenth
June 17, 2023 -- 12 p.m. - 4.p.m.
Location: Lovett Park at 6945 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia
All are welcome at this tobacco-free event centering Black LGBTQ+ families. More information can be found here.
Doylestown Pride Festival
June 17 - 25, 2023
Location: County Theater at 20 E. State Street in Doylestown, PA
Doylestown is hosting its 4th annual PRIDE festival. A collection of local organizations and businesses will come together to celebrate diverse sexual orientations and gender identities within the community. The multi-day event will feature a series of film screenings, drag brunch, PRIDE block party, music and more!
- June 1 at 6:30 p.m.: Pride flag raising at the lawn of the Bucks County Administration Building
- June 15 at 7 p.m.: Switch on The Pride at Puck & The Garden Bar
- June 17 at 8 p.m.: Pride Music Party 2023 on Pine Street
- June 18 at 7 p.m.: Film screening of "Framing Anges" at the County Theater
- June 20 at 6:30 p.m.: Doylestown Pride Ride. Meet at the corner of MacFarlane Lane and Lafayette Street behind CB West.
- June 22 at 7 p.m.: Film screening of "My Policeman" at the County Theater.
- June 24 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Block Party 2023 between E. State Street and Pine & Main streets.
- June 25 from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Drag brunch at Genevieve's Kitchen
- June 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.: The Rainbow Room hosts the Queen Youth Open Mic at TileWorks.
For more information, visit the Doylestown Pride Festival website.
Montgomery County Pride Flag Raising
June 1, 2023 -- 2:00 p.m.
Location: Montgomery County Courthouse, 2 E. Airy Street, Norristown, PA 19401
Montgomery County will join with members of the LGBTQI+ community to celebrate Pride Month by raising the Progress Pride Flag at the Montgomery County Courthouse.
Delaware County Pride Parade
June 3, 2023 -- Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: 104 E. State Street, Media, PA
Join Delaware County for its inaugural Pride Parade! The 1-mile parade will run along State Street and loop around Media, PA.
For more information or to sign up to participate, visit the UDTJ website.
Delaware County Pride Festival
June 10 -- 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Upper Darby Municipal Building - One Center, 100 Garrett Rd
Delaware County is hosting its 3rd annual Pride Festival! There will be vendors and music, as well as kid-friendly activities such as face painting, nail painting and more!
While the event is free, organizers ask those who wish to attend to reserve a free ticket before the festival.
For more information, visit the website here.
Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival
June 25, 2023 -- 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Abington Art Center, 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA
SAGA, a program of The Welcome Project PA, is proud to host the third annual Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival at the beautiful Abington Art Center!
Enjoy live music, food, community resources, family-friendly activities, and more at this free, indoor/outdoor event!
For more information, visit the website here.
Lansdale Pride Walk & Pride in the Park!
June 11, 2023 -- 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Memorial Park, 300 E Main St, Lansdale, PA
The Lansdale PRIDE Walk returns for its 7th year.
After the Pride Walk, The Montgomery County LGBT Business Council will be hosting an after Pride Walk Festival at Memorial Park called "Pride in the Park"
The Festival will be a FREE Family and Pet friendly event that will highlight LGBTQ+ Owned & Allied Businesses, Organizations, and Resources.
For more information, visit the website here.
PrideFest: Abington Library
June 15, 2023 -- 6:00 p.m.
Location: 1030 Old York Rd, Abington, PA
Kids, teens and families are invited to PrideFest! It will include crafts, music, food, giveaways, community organizations, vendors, story corner, and more.
For more information, visit the website here.
A Conversation with Walter Naegle
June 23, 2023 -- 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Chester County History Center - CCHC Auditorium, 225 N High St, West Chester, PA
Reminder Day Tea Dance
June 24, 2023 -- 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Chester County History Center -- CCHC Auditorium, 225 N High St, West Chester, PA
New Jersey Pride Events
New Jersey Gay Pride 2023
June 4, 2023 -- Noon - 7 p.m.
Location: Ashbury Park, N.J.
The annual New Jersey statewide LGBTQ+ Pride celebration is returning for its 31st year! IT is said to be the largest and oldest LGTBQ Pride celebration in the garden state, according to organizers.
A parade will kick off at noon, passing through the center of Asbury Park with floats, decorated vehicles, marching bands and enthusiastic marchers.
Following the parade will be a six-hour outdoor concert against the backdrop of New Jersey's famous boardwalk.
You also won't want to miss out on the Pride Festival, where you can find job opportunities, housing options, help with family issues, disease prevention and screenings, as well as sources of support for victims of violence and abuse.
It is a family and pet-friendly event. Admission is $10.
For more information, visit the Jersey Pride website.
Merchantville Pride & the Pride at Peak Fashion Show
June 3, 2023 -- 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Peak Secondhand at 105 Centre Street; Merchantville, N.J.
Join Merchantville Pride for fashion, music, attitude and pride.
The free event will kick off with a flag-raising, followed by Drag Queen Story Time at the library at 11 a.m., according to organizers. Attendees can also expect performances from Philly Drag Mafia's campy, comedy from Dominique Lee, as well as an appearance from Miss Redd.
The event will culminate with a street fashion show at noon.
For more information, visit the Merchantville Pride Day Facebook page.
Haddon Township Pride 2023
June 8 - 9, 2023
Location: Haddon Township, N.J.
The 3rd annual Haddon Township Pride Parade + Events (HT PRIDE) is getting ready to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community. this year's theme is "Educate + Celebrate."
There will be a variety of events to create connections, show support and share resources.
The celebration was scheduled for June 8, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., but was postponed because of dangerous air quality. There's no rescheduled date at this time, but organizers say they're working on finding a new one.
Then on Friday, June 9, join in for the "Progress Community Night" from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Haddon Square. The event will celebrate the progress made by LGBTQIA+ trailblazers and learn about LGBTQIA+ history. There will also be local LGBTQIA+-friendly vendors and allies.
On Saturday, June 10, come out for the "Drag Queen Story Event." More details on the story event to follow.
For more information, visit the HT Pride Parade + Event website.
Stockton University Pride Mixer
June 15, 2023 -- 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Stockton University, Kramer Hall
The event will feature food, swag, signature "Sans-gria" mocktails and fun activities planned with Miss Hammonton Pride.
For information on how to register, visit Stockton University's website.
Delaware Pride Events
2023 Delaware Pride Festival
June 10, 2023 -- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Legislative Hall in Dover, DE
The single largest LGBTA gathering in Delaware is back for its annual Pride festival. Admission is free and open for the public to watch and attend. The festival is a family-friendly event and people of all ages and sexual orientations are welcome.
For more information, visit the DelawarePride website.
Pride in the Park
Jun3 17, 2023 -- 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Tilton Park, 700 N Broom St, Wilmington, DE
The annual Pride in the Park event includes live body art, drag performances, games and more.
More information can be found here.
Pride Day at Brandywine Zoo
June 24, 2023 -- 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Brandywine Zoo, 1001 N Park Dr, Wilmington, DE
Wear your pride gear to the zoo for a fun day of education programming, a scavenger hunt, storytime, and more!
For more information, visit the Brandywine Zoo website.