St Pete Pride Festival

Name: St Pete Pride Festival
Start: 1969-12-31
End: 1999-01-01

Jun 1, 2025 – Jun 29, 2025

3251 3rd Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713

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St. Petersburg

The St Pete Pride month-long festival is back in its full glory in 2025, celebrating its 23rd anniversary year!

In June, rainbows don't just decorate the skies, they add welcome color to our streets, clubs, restaurants, events and even adorn our homes in St. Pete-Clearwater. Don't miss this exciting month of events celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and allies, throughout St. Pete and surrounding areas! Adding to the fun, St. Pete even has a few Pride events in May.

Find official St. Pete Pride events below, and check the official St Pete Pride website for last-minute updates about entertainment schedules and more. You can also check out other Pride events throughout the community. Here are some events that are planned (check back for more detail on these and other events soon):

Shades of Pride - Friday, May 2, 2025

Panel discussions, a ballroom dance demonstration, cultural food and a cocktail hour, capped by a party, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., at Coastal Creative, 2201 1st Ave. S.

Mx St Pete Pride - Sunday, May 25, 2025

Local entertainers compete to be named to the 2025 Pride Court from 5 to 11 p.m. at the Palladium Theater, 253 5th Ave. N.

2025 St. Pete Pride Kickoff Block Party - Sunday, June 1, 2025

A free street party from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Grand Central District, Central Avenue between 1st Avenue North and 1st Avenue South.

Youth Pride and Family Day - Saturday, June 7, 2025

Family-focused activities, vendors and live local entertainment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at North Straub Park, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE.

Stonewall Reception - Thursday, June 12, 2025

Reception with St. Pete Pride sponsors, community partners and government officials. The event, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, celebrates the history of the LGBTQ+ movement, including the protests against a police raid that took place on June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, New York City.

Get Nude 4 - La Fête Noire - Saturday, June 14, 2025

The fourth annual event with the Tampa Bay Black Lesbians group celebrates the Black Queer culture of New Orleans with a dance party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the NOVA 535 event space, 535 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N.

Transtastic - Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Celebrate St Pete’s Trans and Non-Binary community from 6 to 9 p.m. at the James Museum, 150 Central Ave.

Womyn in Comedy - Saturday, June 21, 2025

The showcase of the comedic talents of Queer Womyn is headlined by Chaunte Wayans, with special guest Paris Sashay, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE.

St. Pete Pride Parade, Trans March & Festival - Saturday, June 28, 2025

St Pete Pride's signature event is one of the largest Pride parades in the Sunshine State! Come celebrate in rainbow gear. It's preceded by the Trans March. Reserved seating and VIP amenities are available for the parade.

St. Pete Pride Grand Central Street Fair - Sunday, June 29, 2025

St. Pete Pride’s annual Sunday Street Fair will be held noon to 5 p.m. in The Grand Central District. The event typically attracts more than 100,000 people to celebrate LGBTQ history and to enjoy entertainment from stages and roaming street performers. Hundreds of participating businesses and organizations, vendors and community partners will contribute to the fun.

Event Category

Cultural
Festivals
Food + Drink
LGBTQ+
Major Annual Festivals
Music & Concerts

Guest Information

Family-Friendly
Free Admission

Learn More About St. Pete Pride!

Phone

(727) 342-0084

Address

3251 3rd Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Website

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Getting to St. Pete Pride Events

Parking is limited both downtown near the parade route in the Waterfront Museum District, and in the Grand Central District, where several events will be held. Consider carpooling, ride shares, scooting or biking, or taking public transportation.

PSTA is the official transportation partner of St Pete Pride! Typically, on the day of the St. Pete Pride Parade, the SunRunner, the Central Avenue Trolley and PSTA Route 9 are free. (Details to be confirmed and posted here soon - please check back.)

During the month of June, all PSTA routes, including the Central Avenue Trolley and the SunRunner, will be operating on their normal schedules. See schedules and a map to plan transportation during your visit. You can also review PSTA's "rider tips" page to find information on how to pay your fare, how to ride, wheelchair accessibility, and the customer service line in case you have questions.

Parking Tips for St Pete Pride on Parade Day, June 28, 2025

Park at Tropicana Field Lots on June 22: Park for free on Saturday, June 28 from 6 a.m. to midnight in lots 5, 6, and 7 of the Tropicana Stadium lot. These lots are immediately adjacent to the SunRunner, which will be free as well. No overnight parking will be permitted.

Park and Ride from St. Pete High School on June 28: Parade goers can catch a free ride to the parade from St. Pete High at 2501 5th Ave N., St. Pete, at a designated stop. No overnight parking. The park-and-ride shuttles from this location will run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on June 22. If you prefer to take public transportation to St. Pete High to catch a shuttle, PSTA Route 9 serves St. Pete High and will be free.

Downtown parking near the parade route: The parking garages at Southcore and Sundial are closest to the parade route. Be aware that local garages will charge special event pricing.

St. Pete Pier on June 28: While the St. Pete Pier parking lots are located very close to the parade route, you should know that these lots will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 4:30 p.m. on June 28. So if you do park in a Pier lot, you will need to do so before that time, and you won't be able to retrieve your car until the parade concludes and roads are cleared.

Parking and Transportation Tips for the St Pete Pride Street Fair on Sunday, June 29, 2025

On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Central Ave and all cross streets between 1st Ave N. and 1st Ave S. will be closed starting at 20th Street and ending at 31st Street for the Street Fair!

The best option for parking this day will be along 1st Ave N and 1st Ave S, along with neighborhood parking. However, we highly recommend choosing public transit such as the SunRunner or the Central Ave Trolley. You can also bike or scoot to the event. Rideshares are another option.

Helpful Tips for Enjoying St Pete Pride

It's June. In Florida. So... remember to hydrate often (and we aren't talking about cocktails or brews... you'll need plenty of water as well to enjoy Pride days and nights).

Wear light, comfortable clothing (in rainbow hues, of course!) and don't forget a hat or umbrella for shade.

Adopting a motto of patience and kindness will go a long way to making this your best Pride event yet!

Take breaks from the excitement and the heat to explore LGBTQ+ owned businesses, visit wonderful museums, or see a gorgeous sunset at the beach.