The day's festivities begin with the Pride March, forming at the historic intersection of 6th and Walnut Streets at 10:30 AM. This open-to-all procession, inspired by the early Reminder Day Demonstrations and the 1972 Pride March, will proceed to the Philadelphia Gayborhood. Community members, allies, and organizations are invited to join without registration (though floats and vehicles are not permitted) for a powerful display of unity and visibility, following speeches from community leaders and a land acknowledgment by the Lenape Tribe.
As the march concludes around 12:00 PM, the Philadelphia Pride Festival will ignite the Gayborhood, running until 7:00 PM. With an expanded footprint this year stretching from Walnut to Pine streets and Quince to Juniper streets, the festival will feature over 200 small businesses, community organizations, artists, vendors, and food trucks. Multiple stages will offer diverse entertainment, and local bars like Woody’s, UBar, and The Bike Stop will host themed zones (21+ entry for bar zones often includes a wristband via wellness engagement or donation).
This year's theme, "Philly L.U.V. (Legacy, Unity, Visibility)," takes on special significance as it marks 50 years since Governor Milton Shapp signed an executive order aimed at eliminating discrimination based on sexual preference in Pennsylvania. The festival aims to be an equitable, community-rooted celebration, honoring intersectionality and local talent.
The Pride March and Festival are free for all to attend, with food and drink available on a pay-as-you-go basis. For the most up-to-date information, including maps and street closures, visit www.phillypride365.org.
