US Pride Calendar 2026: Complete Festival & Parade Dates

Pride in the USA starts as early as February, so how is your planning coming? Now that the USA is very different from a few years ago, it is more important than ever to raise awareness of USA Pride events and participate in as many as possible. Gear up for a grand spectacle of unity, love, and acceptance as we take you on a tour of the most exciting gay pride events happening across the US of A in 2026. From Alabama to New York, we've got you covered with a comprehensive, chronological list of prides in the USA's LGBTQ+ friendly cities.

June is pride month, and the USA celebrates with some of the most iconic pride events in the world. With major celebrations in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and dozens of other cities, June offers endless opportunities to march, dance, and celebrate with your community across the country.

We have dedicated posts... if you are looking for gay prides in Mexico and/or Canada (since they all share the same lovely North American continent).

So get your pride outfits together, pack your station wagon and let's drive state-to-state to try to experience as many as possible!

Calendar: USA Gay Pride 2026

To begin with, take a look at the calendar of the pride month calendar 2026 in the USA and the rest of North America. These mark the dates of each city's actual parade/march or main festival day.

Gay Prides of the USA: By State

If you are looking for specific dates, a brief description, and places to stay in each city, scroll down to each individual pride below.

To make life easier, we have grouped pride events by state/country and then listed chronological (by when the actual parade or main festival is), so you can best plan your USA (or North American) gay pride route 😃.

🇺🇸 USA

Gay Pride Alabama

Gay Pride Alaska

Gay Pride Arizona

Gay Pride California

Palm Springs Pride

• Pride Events Dates: November 5 - 8, 2026
• Parade Date: November 8, 2026
• About: Palm Springs Pride fills the city with sun, parties, and a uniquely colorful parade featuring everything from cars and horses to trams as visitors celebrate in the Arenas Road gayborhood, at lively pool parties, circuit events, and a bustling festival on Palm Canyon Drive. With buzzing queer nightlife, packed bars, art and community zones, and a festive atmosphere that takes over the entire downtown, Palm Springs becomes one big LGBTQ+ playground for a full weekend of celebration.
• Where to stay: The always classy, Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs or the adults-only, Azure Sky Hotel.

Gay Pride Colorado

Gay Pride Connecticut

Gay Pride District of Columbia (Washington DC)

Gay Pride Florida

Orlando Pride

• Pride Events Dates: October 15 to 18, 2026
• Parade Date: October 17, 2026
• About: Orlando Pride occurs in October, with events across downtown, culminating in a lively parade and festival at Lake Eola Park. The Pride parade will trace a scenic route through central Orlando, ending with a lively festival featuring multiple performance stages, a family zone, and a marketplace of LGBTQ+ vendors. A grand fireworks display over Lake Eola caps off the festivities. For nightlife, hotspots like Southern Nights in the Milk District and Hamburger Mary’s on Church Street offer a range of LGBTQ+ entertainment and drag shows.
• Where to stay: The Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando and Waldorf Astoria Orlando offer stylish accommodations for Pride visitors.

Gay Pride Georgia

Atlanta Gay Pride

• Pride Events Dates: October 8 to 12, 2026
• About: Atlanta Gay Pride 2026 centers around Piedmont Park. Key highlights include the Kickoff Party at the Georgia Aquarium, multiple parades like the Trans, Bi & Pan, and Dyke Marches, and a lively Pride Festival featuring performances, vendors, and a marketplace. Midtown’s gay bars, such as Blake’s on the Park and Bulldogs, and iconic dance clubs like The Heretic Atlanta host events throughout the weekend.
• Where to stay: Right on Peachtree, there is the Ellis Hotel and then there is The Starling, both centrally located options for accommodations.

Gay Pride Hawaii

Honolulu Gay Pride

• Pride Events Dates: October 16 to 18, 2026
• Parade Date: October 17, 2026
• About: Honolulu Gay Pride in October is Hawaii’s premier LGBTQ+ celebration. Highlights include the colorful Honolulu Pride Parade through Waikiki, a Pride Festival at Waikiki Shell, and after-parties like the annual Lei Pride Pool Party. Popular LGBTQ+ spots in the city include Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, Kaimana Beach, and upscale accommodations like Espacio and The Alohilani Resort for their prime location and amenities.
• Where to stay: Prince Waikiki and Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa offer you a gorgeous home base for Honolulu pride.

Gay Pride Idaho

Boise Gay Pride (Boise Pridefest)

• Pride Events Dates: September 18 to 20, 2026
• Parade Date: September 20, 2026
• About: Boise Pridefest draws 80,000+ attendees to Cecil D. Andrus Park for live performances, drag shows, vendor booths, and food trucks. The Pride Parade begins at 9th Street and looping through Downtown Boise. A Happy Family Kids Zone offers family-friendly activities all weekend. Boise’s LGBTQ+ scene centers in Downtown and North End, with bars like The Balcony Club and Somewhere Bar.
• Where to stay: Check out The Modern Hotel in the Linen district of downtown Boise or the cute and chic The SPARROW.

Gay Pride Illinois

Gay Pride Indiana

Gay Pride Iowa

Gay Pride Kentucky

Gay Pride Louisiana

Gay Pride Maryland

Gay Pride Massachusetts

Gay Pride Michigan

Gay Pride Minnesota

Gay Pride Missouri

Gay Pride Montana

Gay Pride Nevada

Gay Pride New Jersey

Gay Pride New Mexico

Gay Pride New York

Gay Pride North Carolina

Asheville Pride (Blue Ridge Pride Festival)

• Pride Events Dates: September 25 - 27, 2026
• Parade Date: September 26, 2026
• About: Blue Ridge Pride Festival takes place in Asheville, with highlights including a Pride Procession and Pride in the Park celebration in Pack Square Park, featuring two stages and 150+ vendors. Friday may also host the Blue Ridge Pride Pageant. Asheville offers a lively LGBTQ+ scene with venues like Scandals and O.Henry's, and unique experiences like rooftop bar tours. Discover more about Asheville as a gay destination.
• Where to stay: The sleek and sexy and centrally-located AC Hotel Asheville and the simple, but comfy Four Points by Sheraton.

Gay Pride Ohio

Gay Pride Oklahoma

Gay Pride Oregon

Gay Pride Pennsylvania

Gay Pride Rhode Island

Gay Pride South Carolina

Charleston Gay Pride

• Parade Date: October 17, 2026
• About: Charleston Pride Festival takes place in October making it the perfect fall escape. The Pride Parade kicks off on King Street, followed by the Charleston Pride Festival at The Refinery, featuring drag shows, DJs, food trucks, and live entertainment. Don’t miss the PRISM After Party! Charleston’s charm and buzzing LGBTQ+ scene make it a must for autumn pride-goers.
• Where to stay: The Charleston Place is a centrally-located, sleek and classy hotel along. Alternatively, there is The Harbourview Inn. Both are members of Booking.com's Travel Proud program.

South Carolina Pride

• Pride Events Dates: October 16 to 17, 2026
• Parade Date: October 16, 2026
• About: South Carolina Pride, famously known locally as "Famously Hot South Carolina Pride," takes place in early autumn in Columbia, the state capital, when temperatures cool and parties extend late into the night. As one of the largest outdoor festivals in the city and the largest LGBTQ+ event in the state, it attracts over 90,000 visitors. Friday kicks off with the "Get Lit" Night-Time Parade & Concert, featuring a street party at 6 PM before the illuminated parade down Main Street, followed by a street dance and concert. Saturday's "Famously Hot SC Pride Festival" runs at Soda City Market and Main Street, showcasing food & beverage vendors, community resources, and performances by nationally recognized acts, guest DJs, RuPaul Drag Queens, and local performers. Columbia's gay scene thrives with iconic venues like The Capital Club—one of the Southeast's longest-running gay bars, just a block from the capitol building—PT's 1109, the most popular gay nightclub with drag shows and karaoke, and Art Bar, packed on Friday nights with a mixed crowd enjoying live shows and trivia nights throughout the week.
• Where to stay: The Aloft Columbia Downtown offers high-end in-room amenities, city views, and is within easy walking distance to all pride festivities downtown near the state capitol building and the city's most popular gay and gay-friendly bars and restaurants. There is also the Travel Proud's Graduate by Hilton close by to all the action.

Gay Pride Tennessee

Gay Pride Texas

Gay Pride Utah

Gay Pride Virginia

Gay Pride Washington

Gay Pride Wisconsin

Gay Pride Puerto Rico

Winter Pride Fest Puerto Rico

• Pride Events Dates: December 10 - 14, 2026
• About: Winter Pride Fest Puerto Rico is a spirited LGBTQIA+ celebration in San Juan, featuring pool and beach parties, drag shows, and vogue balls. Explore the city’s queer scene with bar tours in the Santurce Arts District, and enjoy events like the disco night and a beach party at the Tryst Hotel. Stay in the Condado neighborhood for stylish, LGBTQIA+-friendly accommodations. Popular venues include Kweens, SX, and El Purgatorio, offering unforgettable nightlife.
• Where to stay: The super cozy and chic O:Live Boutique Hotel and the Condado (Adults Only) Ocean Club.

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