Pride Month events are not for everyone and we get that. As a community founded on connection, information, and respect for all parenting types we are sharing this information as a resource for the families who do care to participate and attend. We believe in the diversity of thought, inclusion, respect and the powerful influence you have as a mother or parent. We support all kids, all moms, and all families – and we invite you to do the same.
What is Pride Month?
From the Library of Congress: Pride Month started as an organized, single event offshoot from the “Reminder Day Pickets” held annually (1965-1969) on July 4 at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1970 Reminder Day was reimagined as an annual day of remembrance of the Stonewall Uprising and called the Christopher Street Liberation Day with events held in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York.
Pride Month grew to include the entire month of June and to events that include education, advocacy, awareness, and sometimes just plain fun.
“...And each of these 5,000 homosexuals had a new feeling of pride and self-confidence, for that was one of the main purposes of the event-to commemorate, to demonstrate, but also to raise the consciences of participating homosexuals-to develop courage, and feelings of dignity and self-worth.” – Foster Gunnison Jr., May 1971
Pride Month in San Antonio
From the San Antonio Express News: In 1982, advocates with the San Antonio Gay Alliance announced San Antonio’s first Pride event, which focused on visibility in the LGBTQ+ community June 22 at the Bonham Exchange. The 1998 San Antonio Pride celebration was the first big LGBTQ+ parade through downtown San Antonio.
The whole month of June is full of Pride Events, some more suited to an 18+ crowd and many that are family friendly. While we strive to provide accurate information, it is up to you to determine which events are the best fit for you and your family and to confirm event details.
Throughout the month
LET’S BE PROUD! STORY TIME
Come together as we celebrate Pride month with a special Story Time filled with sparkly songs, spectacular stories, and colorful crafts.
June 8 from 10:00am – 11:00am – Henry Guerra Library (7978 Military Dr W)
June 9 from 2:00pm – 3:00pm – Encino Library (2515 E. Evans)
June 15 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm – San Pedro Library (1315 San Pedro Ave.)
June 17 from 11:00am – 11:50am – Potranco Library (8765 State Hwy 151)
June 18 from 1:00pm – 2:00pm – Landa Library (233 Bushnell)
June 21 from 10:30am – 11:30am – Central Library (600 Soledad)
June 27 from 10:30am – 11:30am – Schaefer Library (6322 US Hwy 87 East)
BOERNE PRIDE WALK
9:00am – Noon
Patrick Heath Library (Amphitheater) – 451 N. Main St. Boerne, TX
Walk with PRIDE at the 7th annual Boerne PRIDE Walk.
NEW BRAUNFELS RIVERSIDE PRIDE
10:00am – 4:00pm
Comal County Fairgrounds – 701 Common St, New Braunfels, TX
More information on the festivities.
PRIDE ON THE EAST SIDE
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Ella Austin Community Center – 1023 N Pine St, San Antonio, TX
Event information here.
THRIVE YOUTH CENTER PRIDE PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
11:00am – 2:00pm
Chicken N Pickle – 5215 UTSA Boulevard, San Antonio, TX
Experience an unforgettable Pride Brunch and Drag Show, where love and laughter collide! Enjoy a sumptuous brunch buffet, a complimentary drink, and dazzling performances by Just Lexi, Heidi T Iman, and Aysia Rawze. Dance the day away with beats by DJ De La O and join in on the excitement with bingo, fabulous prizes, and surprises galore! More information on event & tickets here.
Y’ALL MEANS ALL PRIDE 5K RACE/WALK
8:00am – Noon
Lady Bird Johnson Park – 10700 Nacogdoches Rd San Antonio, TX
$36 to sign up with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Veterans For Equality. More information and sign up here.
PRIDE HIKE AT MITCHELL LAKE AUDUBON CENTER
8:00am – 10:00am
10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX
With a theme of Let’s Go Birding Together join them for this FREE Beginner Bird Hike. Learn more here.
PRIDE HIKE AT PHIL HARDBERGER PARK
9:00am – 11:00am
13203 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX
With a theme of Let’s Celebrate Nature’s Diversity join them for this FREE event. Learn more here.
CARNIVAL OF COLORS!
10:00am – 1:00pm
Central Library – 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX
Celebrating families in all of their diverse forms this Pride Month! There will be food trucks, games, a photo booth, crafts, and informational tables from local LGBTQIA+ organizations. Everyone is welcome! More information here.
PAWS, PRIDE, & PINTS: A FEEL-GOOD FUNDRAISER FOR PFLAG & THE LUCKY SPOT DOG RESCUE
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Thirsty Pups Brewery – 2211 NW Military Highway Ste 130, Castle Hills, TX
This festive event brings together our love of dogs, community, local craft beer and PRIDE while supporting two incredible local organizations: PFLAG San Antonio and The Lucky Spot Dog Rescue.
TEEN PRIDE PARTY
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Central Library – 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX
Teens are invited to come hang out for the annual Teen Pride Party to celebrate Pride Month! Enjoy snacks, make buttons & crafts, play games, sing karaoke, and more!
BERTA ALMAGUER PRIDE RESOURCE FAIR
11:00am – 3:00pm
Berta Almaguer Dance Studio & Community Center – 138 S Josephine Tobin Dr, San Antonio, TX
Join them for this event featuring representative organizations, presentations, advocacy, health & wellness, social activities, and giveaways.
PRIDE BIGGER THAN TEXAS FESTIVAL & NIGHT PARADE
Festival 11:00am – 7:00pm
Crockett Park – 1300 N Main Ave, San Antonio, TX
Show your Pride at the PBTT Festival, San Antonio’s official Pride celebration. Celebrate with food and drink vendors, LGBTQ and ally vendor booths, music, and entertainment. This year’s main stage headliners include Liz Garcia, Cuban Diva, and Trinere. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door.
Parade Kicks Off at 9:00pm
The Main St. Strip
San Antonio is home to the country’s largest LGBTQ night parade! This family-friendly parade runs the length of the Main St. Strip and features a prideful display of marching groups, music, and fun. The parade is free to view from the street.
