With International Pride Month in June, LGBT History Month in October, and fun events throughout the year, Pennsylvania and its vibrant LGBTQ+ communities invite you to share your pride all year long at these pride events in Pennsylvania. From fun-filled parades and festivals to LGBTQ+ community groups and events, Pennsylvania is always proud to celebrate Pride!
1. STATE COLLEGE PRIDE FUN FAIR AND PARADE & FESTIVAL
State College kicks off Pride Month on May 31 with a fun-filled afternoon at the Pride Fun Fair. There will be carnival games, food, music, face painting, balloon artists, Drag Queen Story Time, a caricature artist, and other fun stations. Then on June 7, State College Pride & Festival gets the celebration into full swing with marchers, floats, and Grand Marshal Marinette Pichon. The free festival, emceed by iconic locals like Alonya and Miss Gay Pittsburgh, will feature drag shows, a DJ, a clown, the Purple Runway for Pride outfits, and a variety of vendors offering merch, food, and more.
When: May 31 and June 7
Where: State College
2. DELAWARE COUNTY PRIDE
Delaware County Pride kicks off Pride Month with the area’s first parade of the summer in Media showcasing a wide variety of creative expressions from across the entire LGBTQ+ community. The fun continues in Media with Pride on State, showcasing a variety of LGBTQ+ events and activities hosted by local businesses and organizations. Stay for more fun on Saturday, June 14 when the festivities continue in Upper Darby at Delaware County’s annual Pride Festival. Celebrate Pride in Pennsylvania with free live entertainment, music, performances, food, face painting, and other children’s activities.
When: June 7 and 14
Where: Media and Upper Darby
3. CHESTER COUNTY PRIDEFEST
Enjoy a vibrant celebration of love, diversity, and community along Phoenixville’s Bridge Street during Chester County’s PrideFest. The free, fun-filled day includes music, art, entertainment, and a variety of games and activities, with food and merch available from several vendors.
When: June 7
Where: Phoenixville
4. SCHUYLKILL COUNTY PRIDEFEST
Connect with friends and family to create a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community at Schuylkill County PrideFest 2025. Taking place at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds, the free event features drag shows, live and DJ music, and food and art vendors, as well as tables with health and human resource services.
When: June 7
Where: Schuylkill Haven
5. PRIDE IN THE PARK
Yough Park is the site for the Connellsville Diversity & Inclusion Board’s fourth annual Connellsville Pride in the Park. There will be entertainment, a variety of vendors, and a fun raffle. This is a free pride event in PA you won’t want to miss!
When: June 7
Where: Connellsville
6. LITITZ PRIDE FESTIVAL
The “Lititz Chooses Love” Pride Festival returns for another year of festivities to commemorate Pride Month at Lititz Springs Park. The free, family-friendly event will have food, entertainment, speakers, local vendors, and even rubber duck races for festivalgoers to enjoy while celebrating the beautiful diversity of the local community.
When: June 7
Where: Lititz
7. DOYLESTOWN PRIDE
The Doylestown Pride Festival returns for the sixth year in a row! This multi-day event will feature a series of film screenings, drag brunch, Pride Block Party, music day, various pop-up events, and more to celebrate all gender identities and sexual orientations in an accepting environment throughout the Doylestown community.
When: June 14-29
Where: Doylestown
8. YORK COUNTY PRIDE FESTIVAL
Wave your rainbow flags this June as the Rainbow Rose Center hosts its annual, family-friendly York County Pride Festival. Supporting the local LGBTQ+ community, this free, exciting festival features live performances, interactive children’s activities, retail vendors, informational displays, and a variety of food options. The fun continues at a queer open mic and storytelling night. Check their events calendar for fun and informative Pride events happening all year long.
When: June 14
Where: York
9. NEPA PRIDEFEST ROYALE PAGEANT AND PRIDEFEST PARADE AND CELEBRATION
Join NEPA’s Rainbow Alliance at this year’s annual pride events. Get a front row seat to the NEPA PrideFest Royale Pageant where the area’s local drag superstars compete for the crown of NEPA Pridefest Royale at the Hilton Scranton & Conference Center. The event features a 50/50 and raffle baskets, a cash bar, and includes a variety of delicious hors d'oeuvres. Following Friday’s festivities, visit nearby Wilkes-Barre for PrideFest Parade and Celebration happening on Sunday.
When: June 20 and 22
Where: Scranton, Wilkes-Barre
10. PRIDE PROM AT THE WESTMORELAND MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND PFLAG GREENSBURG
It’s Prom Night at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art and all are welcome! Celebrate with Pride Prom and join in on an unforgettable, free night of music, dancing, and more. Explore the museum’s newest immersive exhibit, Art Maze, show off your best catwalk strut in the Prom-enade, and enjoy a live performance by pop star and Westmoreland County native, Bryce Bowyn. Prom attire is encouraged but not required—come as you are and bring the energy!
When: June 21
Where: Greensburg
11. LANCASTER PRIDE
With the theme “Our Streets Are Open to All” Lancaster County’s 17th annual LancPride Festival is taking this year’s slogan literally, expanding the festival from the confines of the Lancaster County Convention Center to the streets outside. Headlining this year’s free festival is the dynamic and fiercely dedicated LGBTQ+ activist, Aquaria, winner of “Rupaul’s Drag Race” Season 10. The festival features extraordinary live performers, interactive workshops, and a variety of vendors. Continue the celebration into the night with the 18+only, All Is Love: Pride/High Fever After Party for more after-festival fun.
When: June 28
Where: Lancaster
12. ERIE PRIDE ON THE BAY and PRIDE PARADE
Celebrate Pride in northwestern Pennsylvania as the NWPA Pride Alliance hosts Pride on the Bay in Liberty Park, with free shuttle service available. The event provides a fun and informative day with performances by local drag queens and other entertainers and a variety of information tables, vendors, and food trucks. Don’t miss DJ Tony G, who will host the event for the final time, and co-host Debbie Does Drag, the National Miss Comedy Queen 2025. HIV/STI testing and health screenings will be available in the Adagio Health and Wellness Zone. The Erie Pride Parade will move through the streets of Downtown Erie on June 29.
When: June 28 and 29
Where: Erie
13. BERKS PRIDE FEST
Residents and visitors of Reading can show their pride at a grand celebration now known as the Berks Pride Fest at Jim Dietrich Park. As the oldest and largest festival of its kind in the area, embrace the fabulous live performances and a variety of vendors all day long!
When: July 20
Where: Reading
14. PRIDE FESTIVAL OF CENTRAL PA
Join Central PA residents at Soldiers Grove at the State Capitol for the 33rd annual Pride Festival of Central PA! The event kicks off with the annual Pride Parade through downtown Harrisburg with all invited to march. While the event is free, a $10 donation can be made to Central PA Pride. Additional details for this fun and informative festival will be revealed closer to the event.
When: July 26
Where: Harrisburg
15. PRIDE PICNIC AT KNOEBELS GROVE
Knoebels Amusement Resort, home to the award-winning and largest free admission amusement park in the U.S., is once again hosting the annual LGBTQ Pride Picnic at Knoebels Grove. Bring a covered dish to share and celebrate the event’s 31st anniversary, a free event that brings the LGBTQ+ community together for a day of PRIDE celebration, inspiration, information, and fun.
When: Aug. 9
Where: Elysburg
16. LEHIGH VALLEY PRIDE
The Lehigh Valley is making Pride a summer long celebration. Hosted by the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center, the 2025 the Lehigh Valley Pride celebration includes a variety of fun events and information. Don’t miss this free event and check out the center’s events calendar for all exciting happenings.
When: Aug. 17
Where: Allentown
17. PRIDE FRANKLIN COUNTY
Franklin County’s local LGBTQ+ and allies in the community come together to host a variety of Pride events throughout the year. This year’s upcoming events include Monthly Pride Mixers held at various locations; Rainbow Sales throughout the year; and the 6th annual Pride Franklin County Festival celebrating love, inclusion, and acceptance. Check their Facebook page for info and updates on all the fun and informative Pride happenings this year in Franklin County.
When: Oct. 12 for Festival; Dates vary for other events.
Where: Chambersburg
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