2019 Community Event

Gather with us at the Gulfport Casino at 5:30 PM to prepare to march to the Library. The sidewalk march will step off at 6 PM, led by the Gulfport Gecko Amalgamated Marching Band. Bring signs to show your pride and to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. Free

We are proud that the City of Gulfport displays the LGBTQ Pride Flag every year for Pride Month in June. The Pride Flag raising will take place on the front lawn of the Gulfport Library, home of the LGBTQ Resource Center. Join the City Council member and other officials as Gulfport raised the Pride Flag…

This group art show will feature work by over a dozen artists in media such as oils, acrylics, photography, ceramics, glass, and more. The show will remin in place at the Library throughout the month of June. Our opening reception will recognize the partipating artists and will include complimentary beverages and hors d'oeuvre.

Swim's Annual Charity Pre-Pride Women's White Dance Party is at Sirata Beach Resort on St Pete Beach, FL 33706, in a beautiful formal white pavilion on the beach. Appetizers, DJ music, silent auction, live entertainment and more. Percentage of the proceeds will go to the Family Resources/LGBT Homeless Youth Project.

Florida's first out lesbian state legislator - and Gulfport native - Rep. Jennifer Webb, discusses current legislation of particular interest to LGBTQ citizens, including Florida Competitve Workforce Act of 2019, chnages to domestic violence laws that would provide financial support for victims, and HB 195, which would require public high schools to provide elective classes…

This presentation by Broward Circuit Court Judge Rober W. Lee examines the history of barriers against the LGBTQ people serving in the legal profession in Florida. Judge Lee is the first openly gay person appoitned to the Florida State Court bench in 1997.

This compelling documentary examines what happened in June 1969 when New York police raided a gay bar called the Stonewall Inn, resulting in three days of rioting by LGBTQ people no longer willing to abide by a punishing level of harassment and inequality. The Uprising sparked the modern day Gay Rights Movement. The film will…

One of the most LGBTQ+ friendly sports team is right here in St. Pete! Join us on Friday, June 14th at 7:10pm as our Rays take on the LA Angels. Purchase tickets here: www.raysbaseball.com/pride & use code PRIDE3 to get a limited edition rainbow hat with your ticket. Lower Box Tickets are $30 (Up to…

The Sexy Bears of Quench will be out for Bear Pride Blacklight Glow Party at Quench Lounge, Friday June 14th, starting at 9:30pm! Quench Bear Party is a St Pete Pride Recognized Event! Drink Specials after 9pm: $3 Quench Draft, $3.75 Michelob Ultra Draft, $4 Kamikaze Shots and $3 Drinks After 1am! Half Price Happy…

Mother/Son lounge act Scott & Patti (Scott Daniel & Matthew McGee) bring their mix of camp, improvisation, showmanship, and glittering costumes to an unforgettable show featuring hits, standards, and show tunes of today and yesterday. The Scott & Patti show has played to sold out crowds across the country. Audiences leave with their sides aching…

Eat. Drink. And Play. The Grand Central District is host to numerous restaurants, bars, art galleries, and antique shops that are open throughout the weekend and are LGBTQ+ friendly.

Join Bak Lava at the Chihuly Collection for a colorful and unique look at the stunning, permanent collection of artwork by world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly. Join her for an educational and fun-filled tour, proceeds benefitting St Pete Pride organization. Bak Lava is a local comedy queen and enjoys being a part of the arts in…

Gulf to Bay Food Truck Association hosts the 2nd Annual Street Food & Craft Beer Festival on Friday June 21, 6-11pm! Located on 480 Bayshore Dr SE behind the Dali at Albert Whitted Park. A fun foodie filled evening with over 25 savory & sweet Food Trucks, live music by local favorite TL Jentgens. Beer…

The fourth annual Pride Shabbat hosted by Congregation B'nai Israel of St. Petersburg. BYO picnic for swag bags, cocktails, snacks, music, songs, fun and a short Kabbalat Shabbat service on the beach.

Follow us down the rabbit hole for an unforgettable evening kicking off Pride weekend! Everyone deserves to experience prom and some LGBTQ+ individuals may have never had the opportunity to attend or bring the person they wanted to this special occasion! So we offer you Prom in Wonderland! Here's another chance to take that special…

Enjoy the cast from Punky's Bar & Grill as we spoof the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas with the BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE ON CENTRAL. Led by Victoria Michaels, Watermark Wave Award Winner and Ms Broken Slut 2019, the cast will be putting on a romp roaring fun show. Food and drink specials!

Join us for a night of music and celebration as we present our first ever Gulfport LGBTQ Scholarship to a deserving local student. We will also celebrate the establishment of the LGBTQ Resource Center as an independent 501©3 non-profit organization. Enjoy complimentary wine and appetizers, as well as live music by powerhouse vocalist/singer/songwriter/guitarist and Resource…

Join Quench Lounge on Friday, June 28th for our 70's themed Stonewall 50th Anniversary and World Pride Day event. Drink Specials after 9pm: $3 Quench Drafts, $4 Fireball Shots, $3 Drinks After 1am! Half Price Happy Hour Drinks from Open until 9pm, 7 Days a week!

To purchase tickets: www.bit.ly/rowdiespride2 and use promo code PRIDE2   Bring all your friends and show your pride at the @tampabayrowdies Pride Night on Saturday 6/29 against the Ottawa Fury. Party in the tailgate area before the game and enjoy downtown afterward. MAKE SURE TO USE CODE PRIDE2 at checkout so a donation is made from…

Our inaugural Pride Night is taking place on Saturday, July 27th. Enjoy special graphics, colors, and festivities that celebrate our community's diversity. A special, colorful, Fireworks display will follow this event!   Click here for tickets: https://www.milb.com/clearwater/community/pride-night