It’s no secret- Philadelphia is a city filled with pride and now it’s time to show it off! Celebrate Philly Gay Pride Month all month long with 30 days and nights of celebrations. Enjoy events, activities, benefits, specials and programs by community organizations, small businesses, charities, cultural institutions, tourist attractions, restaurants, bars and more. Celebrate love, life and liberation all month long with these things to do in Philly. Events will be added throughout the month!
1. #loveislove Gay Pride Month Special Beer Release
Love who you want to, drink what you want to! Evil Genius Beer Company celebrates June as Philly Gay Pride Month with a special limited edition beer release #loveislove. This exclusive Strawberry Blonde Ale (6% ABV) is crisp with a hint of natural strawberry flavor. Firstly, delight your taste buds with a simple malt base of pale malts and wheat before being delicately hopped with Warrior Hops.
Next, the Philadelphia-based brewers sprinkle in a little razzle dazzle with the perfect amount of natural strawberry flavor to produce a crisp, clean, and easy-drinking beer. Celebrate Philly Gay Pride all not only this month but all summer long by sipping this sensational beer. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of #LoveisLove will be donated to The Trevor Project, a national, charity organization that provides resources to at-risk LGBTQIA+ youth.
🏳️🌈 Where: 1727 N. Front St.
2. Philadelphia Pride March and Festival: Be You
Sunday June 2, 2024 it’s time to march and be festive! Philly Pride 365: A Program of Galaei invites the entire LGBTQ+ to Pride 2024: “BE YOU.” All LGBTQ communities and allies are welcome to join the march, with no registration required. The Pride March will form and organize at 6th and Walnut at 10:30am and end in the Philadelphia Gayborhood.
When the march reaches the Gayborhood, the festival will begin, running from 12:00pm to 7:00pm, on Walnut to Pine streets, and Quince to Juniper streets, with other select roads closed around the festival footprint. The festival will feature over 200 small businesses and organizations, performers, entertainers, artists, vendors, local bars, food trucks, community organizations, stages and much more. The march and festival are no charge to attend – and all food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Philadelphia Pride March and Festival are a proud part of Philly Gay Pride Month.
🏳️🌈 Where: 6th & Market
3. Wet N Wild and Pride After Party
Sunday, June 2, 8:00pm to 2:00am it’s time to level up! Located in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood, the amazing space Level UP is presenting a weekends worth of fun. Specifically, after the Pride Day Festival, come to Level UP for the official Pride Festival After Party. The party roars all night long from 8pm – 2am! Light up the night1 For more information, visit there official website here.
🏳️🌈 Where: 1330 Walnut Street
4. A Magical Dance Part At Club Queerdom
Sunday, June 2, 2024, 6:00pm, step into Club Queerdom, a vibrant and inclusive party experience that expresses the connection of celebration and identity. Presented by Franky Bradley’s and B.West, this event promises an unparalleled gathering of Philadelphia’s top premiere Queer DJs, Performing Artists and more. IImmerse yourself in a world where ‘Party and Pride meets Fantasy and Fairy Tales’, creating a whimsical ambiance unlike any other. Club Queerdom is a space where individuals are encouraged to express themselves authentically, celebrating the diverse spectrum of identities within our community. Get ready to dance, connect, and embrace the essence of Pride in its purest elemental form! Get your tickets here.
🏳️🌈 Where: 1320 Chancellor St
5. Drag Story Time With Brittany Lynn
The fabulous and gorgeous Queen of Drag, Brittany Lynn is visiting various locations in Philadelphia and the Tri-state area to read interactive stories about love, diversity, and acceptance to kids of all ages. Drag Story Time with Brittany Lynn will be taking place throughout Pride month at the following locations:
- Queen Cabaret at Resorts – Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 5:00pm
- Story Time at Walnut Street West (Clark Park) -Thursday, June 6, 2024, 10:00am
- Haddonfield Library– Saturday, June 8, 2024, 10:00am
- Independence Library– Saturday, June 8, 2024, 11:00am
- Lovett Library– Friday, June 14, 2024, 3:30pm
- Queen Memorial Library– Monday, June 17, 2024, 5:30pm
- Andorra Library– Thursday, June 20, 2024, 11:00am
🏳️🌈 Where: various locations
6. Philly Pride Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Saturday June 8, 2024, 8:30am, the William Way LGBT Community Center, in collaboration with Lez Run Running Club, and Out Philadelphia Athletic League, are excited to continue the tradition of celebrating Pride Month with the 8th year of the Philly Pride Run. All runners and local running groups are invited to celebrate Pride with the LGBTQ+ communities by doing what we do best: running and bringing our communities closer through the streets of Philadelphia! This year, the Pride Run is spotlighting the lesbian community. Sponsored by LIVE! Casino & Hotel. Register on RunTheDay for the 5K or the 1 Mile Fun Run. First 50 registered runners get a special pride gift!
🏳️🌈 Where: 4747 S. Broad St.
7. Pride Month Drag Tea
Saturday, June 8, 2024, Sofitel Philadelphia returns with the most celebrated drag tea in Philadelphia with two exclusive dates this year: Saturday June 8 and Saturday June 22. Look for a new spin on a time-honored tradition. Sofitel, famous for its classic afternoon tea service, will debut a new Drag Tea featuring Brittany Lynn’s Drag Mafia. Sip tea (or spill it) in the presence of fabulous Drag Queens as you enjoy delicious offerings from Sofitel’s award-winning culinary team. Drag Tea starts each week at 2:00pm and runs through 4:00pm inside Chez Colette Brasserie.
Come ready to be entertained as you enjoy classics, like scones, tea sandwiches, pastries and Palais Des Thes (selection of nine different teas for you to choose) – plus your choice of a Champagne, Mimosa or Bellini.Tickets are $65 per person for standard drag tea service, or $75 with bottomless Champagne, Mimosas and Bloody Marys. Five dollars from each purchase will be donated to the Mazzoni Center. Tickets are available at bit dot ly/pridetea24
Pride Drag Tea on Saturday, June 8th is hosted by Brittany Lynn – who has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years! Brittany is the “Don” of Philly‘s Drag Mafia (Phillydragmafia.com) and has performed all across the country at casinos, nightclubs, concert venues, and more! Brittany is the creator of the Drag Queen Story Time program for Philly‘s schools, parks, and museums-having published two children’s books of her own, “The Adventures of Miss Kitty Popcorn & Cheese” and it’s sequel, “The FURther Adventures of Miss Kitty Popcorn & Cheese.” Brittany and her Drag Mafia are the most award-winning drag troupe around-not only for their shows, but for their work with multiple charities on various platforms. The Philly Drag Mafia has won Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly 2022 & 2023 for Best Drag Shows and Brunches! Additional performers for June 8th include Athena Chanteuse, Lisa Lisa and Morgan Wells.
🏳️🌈 Where: 120 S. 17th St.
8. Queerapalooza 2nd Annual Music Festival and Block Party
Saturday, June 8, 2024, America’s Oldest LGBTQ+ Bookstore Celebrates Five Decades of Serving the Community During June as Philly Pride Month! Philly AIDS Thrift is thrilled to celebrate the legacy and history of Giovanni’s Room with their second annual street festival, QUEERAPALOOZA. This vibrant live music festival and block party celebration takes place on Saturday, June 8, 2024. The all day extravaganza runs from 12:00pm to 6:00pm on the 1100 block of Pine Street, just outside of Giovanni’s Room, in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. QUEERAPALOOZA promises an unforgettable experience, with a dynamic lineup of local queer bands, musicians, DJs, and drag performers including Emcee Robert Drake, Marcus G., Tony and The Kiki, Samantha Rise, Fyre, Icon Ebony Fierce, Ugli, Abi, DiscoDisciple and Gloom Eat. Attendees can also peruse a diverse array of queer and supportive vendors offering artwork, crafts, and vintage items, plus food, drink from local businesses, dancing in the street, books and merchandise curated by Giovanni’s Room, and other surprises. The all ages event is open to the public, with no cost to attend. Any shopping and purchases are pay-as-you-go. For more information, please visit www at phillyaidsthrift at com
As a cornerstone of the LGBTQ+ community since 1973, Giovanni’s Room has always provided a safe space for individuals who may not be able to live openly in other areas of their lives. In recent years, the store has redoubled its efforts to welcome trans youth, who have faced heightened discrimination amidst the recent waves of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.
“Giovanni’s Room has stood as a beacon of support and acceptance for over five decades,” says Philly AIDS Thrift’s Executive Director Christina Kallas-Saritsoglou. “It remains an invaluable resource, offering a welcoming and educational space for LGBTQ+ individuals, as well as their families and friends. Beyond its role as a friendly local bookstore, Giovanni’s Room fosters a sense of community, extending a warm welcome to all!”
Today, the store proudly operates as Philly AIDS Thrift @ Giovanni’s Room. Housed in its long-standing location at 345 S 12th Street in Philadelphia, the store boasts an extensive assortment of new and used books, alongside vintage items and collectibles. It also operates an online bookstore, QueerBooks.com.
QUEERAPALOOZA serves as a jubilant tribute to Giovanni’s Room’s enduring legacy, offering an opportunity to express gratitude to all who have supported its mission. Whether longtime community members or newcomers, everyone is invited to join in celebrating the past, present, and future of this beloved institution.
🏳️🌈 Where: 1100 Block of Pine Street
9. Delaware County Pride Parade
Saturday, June 8, 2024
1:00pm to 6:00pm
Upper Darby Township Building
100 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082
udtj dot org/delcopride
10. Golden Girls Live! Murder Mystery Pride Edition
Presented at and by Twenty One Pips
Sunday, June 9, 2024. 11:30am start
24 Cricket Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003
Thank you for being a friend! Your favorite show comes to life at Twenty One Pips-can you solve this who dunnit? Featuring Brittany Lynn and the cast of Golden Gurlz Live, enjoy this show within a show mystery experience, and see if you can solve the puzzle! After the mystery portion, enjoy a second bonus episode, one round of Golden Girls trivia, and your ticket to brunch comes with a breakfast buffet! Tickets are $50 and include the show, trivia and the buffet. For more information, visit here. For information, visit here.
11. Pride Day at Philadelphia Zoo
Presented by Philadelphia Zoo
3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Sunday, June 9, 2024
9:30am to 5:00pm
www dot philadelphiazoo dot org/events/pride-day/
Celebrate Pride Day on Sunday, June 9! As a part of the Zoo’s mission to ensure Philadelphia Zoo is a welcoming and inclusive space for guests of all walks of life, the Zoo is inviting all Zoo guests to celebrate Pride Day at the Zoo on Sunday, June 9. Join us for a day filled with fun activities celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. Stop by Impala Plaza to connect with local LGBTQIA+ and allied organizations to learn more about the important work they do.Enjoy Pride-themed decor and animal enrichment in exhibits across the Zoo. Plus, learn more about our animals from a keeper sharing facts about the wide spectrum of the animal kingdom’s own natural representation of LGBTQIA+ relationships and other exciting elements during daily Wildlife Chats. View the schedule here. By connecting people with animals, the Philadelphia Zoo creates joyful discovery and inspires action for wildlife. The current and future caretakers of our world represent all of humanity which is required to be honored and celebrated for people and animals to thrive! Including in the cost of a regular Zoo admission ticket.
12. Pride Month Drag Brunch: Hoedown Throwdown
Presented by Evil Genius Beer Company
1727 N. Front St., Philadelphia
Sunday, June 9, 2024
11:00am to 2:00pm
18+ to attend, brunch menu and brunch cocktails available
Strap your cowboy boots on because this is about to get BUCK WILD. Join us for an exclusive lineup of Philly‘s hottest drag queens as we celebrate Pop Country’s biggest stars from Jolene to car keyin’ Carrie and everything in between. Doors open at 11:00 AM and the show starts at 12:00pm.
13. Divine Tea Dance
Presented by Pork Roll and underground concepts
Sunday, June 9, 2024
3:00pm to 7:00pm
Annex, Divine Lorraine, 699 North Broad Street
Come out to boogie and find your afternoon delight at the next Divine Tea Dance, Sunday June 9th in Philadelphia. Beginning at 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Annex, part of the historic Divine Lorraine building, dance OUTSIDE to disco and dance music classics presented by DJ’s DEL, and The NightOwl. Full bar and drink specials available. Entry to the indoor/outdoor party is at the side gate located at Broad and Ridge Avenues 699 North Broad Street in Philly. Advance ticket sales are $5, $10 day of and at the door. www dot porkroll dot party/events/
14. Big Gay Variety Show at the Manayunk Beer Garden
15. Legends Only Drag Brunch at Tabu
Saturday, June 15, 11:00am
254 S. 12th Street.
16. Trunc Presents Pride in Northern Liberties
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Various pop-ups 11:00am to 6:00pmNorthern Liberties’ LGBT owned, female owned, veteran owned and Black owned business TRUNC celebrates Philly Pride Month with a full day of pop-ups and activations on Saturday, June 15, 2024. From 11:00am to 6:00pm, Trunch will host David Kennedy, collector of Vintage designer clothing, home goods and accessories for a @deserted.studio pop-up. From 1:00pm to 3:00pm, Chef Equarius Mitchell will be selling chicken & mac in a cone – it is delicious and not to be missed! Here’s a preview at @forkandwhisk. From 4:00pm to 5:30pm, look for Singer Domonic Patrick performing work from his album in front of Trunc. For more visit domonic_patrick
17. Presented by Thirsty Dice: Golden Girls Live! Murder Mystery Pride Edition
Thank you for being a friend! Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 11:30am your favorite show comes to life at Thirsty Dice-can you solve this who dunnit? Featuring Brittany Lynn and the cast of Golden Gurlz Live, enjoy this show within a show mystery experience, and see if you can solve the puzzle! After the mystery portion, enjoy a second bonus episode, one round of Golden Girls trivia, and your ticket to brunch comes with a breakfast buffet! Tickets are $50 and include the show, trivia and the buffet. For more information, visit here.
18. Drag Bingo at Resorts Casino
1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
19. Pride Our Night Out
Thursday, June 20, 2024
6:00pm to 9:00pm
at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S. 17th S., PhiladelphiaJoin us for our Pride-themed Our Night Out on June 20th at the newly renovated Liberte restaurant inside the Sofitel hotel. Delaware Valley Legacy Fund will take over the entire brand-new first floor space for a special pride month party. DJ Carl Michaels will be spinning your favorite pride anthems to help set the vibe. This month’s charity is Philadelphia Asian & Queer. Register online in advance for $5.00 or pay $10.00. We will not be accepting cash at the door.
20. Pride Month Drag Brunch: Taylor’s Version
Presented by Evil Genius Beer Company
1727 N. Front St., Philadelphia
Sunday, June 21, 2024
11:00am to 2:00pm
Tickets start $25
18+ to attend, brunch menu and brunch cocktails available
Welcome to Brunch. Taylor’s Version. This time we’re celebrating the iconic Reputation album. So join us as Philly‘s hottest drag queens get Swiftie with it at this brunch that will be anything but delicate. Don’t blame me, for how much fun this brunch is gonna be… are you ready for it? Doors open at 11:00 AM and the show starts at 12:00pm.
21. Pride Month Drag Tea
Presented by Sofitel Philadelphia with Brittany Lynn and Philly‘s Drag Mafia
Benefits the Mazzoni Center
Saturday, June 22, 2024
2:00pm to 4:00pm
at Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S. 17th S., Philadelphia
Sofitel Philadelphia returns with the most celebrated drag tea in Philadelphia with two exclusive dates this year: Saturday June 8 and Saturday June 22. Look for a new spin on a time-honored tradition. Sofitel, famous for its classic afternoon tea service, will debut a new Drag Tea featuring Brittany Lynn’s Drag Mafia. Sip tea (or spill it) in the presence of fabulous Drag Queens as you enjoy delicious offerings from Sofitel’s award-winning culinary team. Drag Tea starts each week at 2:00pm and runs through 4:00pm inside Chez Colette Brasserie.
Come ready to be entertained as you enjoy classics, like scones, tea sandwiches, pastries and Palais Des Thes (selection of nine different teas for you to choose) – plus your choice of a Champagne, Mimosa or Bellini.
Tickets are $65 per person for standard drag tea service, or $75 with bottomless Champagne, Mimosas and Bloody Marys. Five dollars from each purchase will be donated to the Mazzoni Center. Tickets are available at bit dot ly/pridetea24
Pride Drag Tea on Saturday, June 22nd is hosted by Connor Michalchuk – the area’s top “Bearlesque” artist, winning multiple burlesque titles from across the tri-state area. This host is fun, flirty, and fluffy-tip him in fries! Additional performers for June 22nd include Karen Vonsay, Athena Chanteuse and The Turnpyke.
22. Drag Brunch at the Pyramid
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 11:00am
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 9:00pm
254 S. 12th St.
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 11:00am
1305 Locust Street
Brittany Lynn hosts a pride brunch at Philly‘s most magical location! Featuring Miss Redd, Athena Chanteuse, DAN!, and Miss Ty.
23. Pride Happy Hour Show at the Kimmel Center
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Kimmel Center, 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
24. Drag Bingo at Brandywine Living Center
Wednesday, June 26, 2024,
3:30-5pm
Seniors need to celebrate their Pride as well! Brittany Lynn hosts an hour of bingo, games, and performances for this retirement community!
25. Sunset Drag Show at Bok Bar
800 Mifflin St.
Brittany Lynn hosts a Sunset Drag Show on the dazzling rooftop of South Philly‘s Bok Bar-best views of the city! Featuring Billy Cavallo, Ariel Versace from Ru Paul’s Drag Race, burlesque by Honeytree Evileye, and Chris Perez with Dj DaBooBoo.bokbar dot ticketleap.com/sunset-drag-
26. New! Pride Month Closing Party: Sofitel en Rose
Presented by Sofitel Philadelphia with Philly Gay Pride Month and Brittany Lynn
Thursday, June 27th
5:00pm to 7:00pm
AT John F. Collins Park
1707 Chestnut Street
27. 80’s Nights at the Fallser Club in Manayunk
3721 Midvale Ave.
Saturday, June 29, 2024, 11:00am
4100 Presidential Blvd.
Brittany Lynn and the Philly Drag Mafia host an 80’s brunch and dance party at the Marriott on City Line Ave. with the area’s biggest buffet brunch. Featuring Billy Cavallo, Morgan Wells, and Miss Redd with Dj DaBooBoo.www dot eventbrite.com/e/crazy-for-
28. Sapphic Sanctuary: A Sapphic Pride Dance Party
Presented by Haus Of Them
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Warehouse on Watts Cambridge Hall
923 N. Watts
Haus of Them presents “Sapphic Sanctuary: A Sapphic Pride Dance Party” on June 29th, 2024 from 10pm – 2am at Warehouse on Watts Cambridge Hall. Sapphic Sanctuary: A Sapphic Pride Dancy Party’ is a Dance Party celebrating sapphics/non-men-who-love-non-
29. Drag Brunch at Two Locals Brewing Co.
Sunday, June 30, 2024
3675 Market St.; Noon-3pm
30. Pride Month Drag Brunch: We R Who We R
1727 N. Front St., Philadelphia
Sunday, June 30, 2024
11:00am to 2:00pm
18+ to attend, brunch menu and brunch cocktails availableDon’t be a dinosaur, come to Pride Month’s Kesha inspired drag brunch! Join us as the hottest Queen’s in Philly take it off as they perform your favorite hits by Kesha! Get your tickets now because this brunch will sell out! Tik Tok! Doors open at 11:00 AM and the show starts at 12:00pm.