As many of you know, June is Pride Month where all people have the opportunity to celebrate and learn more about the LGBTQ+ community. With that comes lots of parades, events, concerts, fundraisers, memorials, brunches, and beach parties. The ever-growing St. Pete Pride Festival attracts about 50,000 people every year, and is one of the largest, if not the largest pride event in Florida and is one of the major festivals in the Southeast. Hotel availability in the Downtown St. Petersburg area is fleeting so they do plan on a large crowd. If you're planning on participating, keep that in mind.
The Pride Mission
"The purpose of St Pete Pride is to promote unity, visibility, self-esteem, and a positive image of and among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community of Tampa Bay and throughout the State of Florida by way of cultural and educational programs and activities."
The Pride events are for the LGBTQ+ community to promote understanding and education, as well as celebrate their strides in stride, with pride. We could all use a little more love and a little more equality these days so please, if you plan on attending be respectful so that these events can remain peaceful and fun for all. Bring your best attitude, your best dressed, and your best game face as it will be a Pride party to remember!
List of Pride Events
Pride Finale Weekend
June 24, 2022
Friday Night Concert
This year’s waterfront concert will feature high-profile national artists, Todrick Hall with special guest Pussy Riot.
June 25, 2022
St Pete Pride Parade
The parade marches again! One of the country’s largest pride parades brings tens of thousands of attendees to St. Pete.
June 26, 2022
‘Pride In Grand Central’ Street Carnival
St Pete Pride’s popular Sunday street festival was reimagined as a carnival in the Grand Central District.
For more things to do in St. Pete, register at 727area and find more events like this and ways to get involved in your community!
