ST. PETERSBURG | St Pete Pride’s 19th season is officially underway, a reimagined celebration consisting of four weeks of official events flanked by unofficial outings throughout the area.
“St Pete Pride has worked diligently to design a creative and safe Pride with a twist for June of 2021,” the organization announced in April. “2021’s Pride will stretch throughout the month of June and feature four themed weeks with a signature, albeit scaled down event each weekend and community events presented by partners.”
Festivities began June 1 with a flag raising at City Hall and continued June 3 with the PrideFest kickoff at Sirata Beach Resort, with many more to come. Check out Watermark’s in-depth St Pete PrideFest coverage here and view our event listing below.
OFFICIAL EVENTS
Saturday, June 5
Pride OUTside ft. Pride Run St Pete
$5, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg
Outdoor Adventure Week. Join Pridegoers for a waterfront festival anchored in Vinoy Park, featuring live music, local vendors and interactive experiences. Start the morning with the Pride Run St Pete: 5K and Diva Dash from 7-10 a.m., running or walking along the city’s waterfront.
Saturday, June 12
We Are Family
$5, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | St. Pete Pier, N./S. Straub Parks, 800 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg
Family Week. Grab the whole family and celebrate along St. Petersburg’s waterfront in North and South Straub Parks and the St Pete Pier! Enjoy family focused vendors, entertainment and activities in this first-of-its-kind Pride event celebrating St. Petersburg’s family-friendly culture.
Saturday, June 19
Arts + Qulture
$5, 4-10 p.m. | The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S., St. Petersburg
Arts & Music Week. Take in St. Petersburg’s best music, art and dance at The Factory, the new eight-acre, mixed-use space in the Warehouse Arts District! Featuring main stage performances and roaming musicians and dancers, talent from local cultural organizations will offer visitors an immersive experience. A program celebrating Black, queer culture will also honor Juneteenth.
Saturday, June 26
Pride Picnic ft. Pride Fireworks
$5, 2-9 p.m. | N. and S. Straub Parks, 400 Bayshore Dr. NE, St. Petersburg
Taste of PrideFest Week. Spend the evening along the St. Petersburg’s waterfront for PrideFest’s final event of the year. Enjoy picnics, musical performances and a fireworks display that promises to “cap off PrideFest in dramatic fashion.” Restaurants throughout St. Pete will also offer $5 specials all week long.
UNOFFICIAL EVENTS
Thursday, June 3—Sunday, June 27
Pride in Grand Central at Punky’s Bar and Grill
Various Times | Punky’s Bar & Grill, 3063 Central Ave.
Live singers perform starting at 6 p.m. and include Jennifer Real June 3; Chic June 5; DeLaran June 10; Erin Boone June 17, Brittany June 19, Lisa Noe June 24 and Karmic Tattoo June 26. Drag Bingo featuring hostess Georgia Moore will be held June 1 benefiting Lucky Dogs Pet Rescue, June 8 benefiting Carifesta Radio, June 15 benefiting Rose Dynasty, Inc. and June 22 benefiting Pride in Grand Central. Live radio broadcasts will be held June 18 and 26 from 8-11 p.m. and a Sunday market will be close out the month on June 27 from 12-5 p.m.
Friday, June 4
“RAINBOW” Opening
Free, 6-9 p.m. | MIZE Gallery, 689 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg
MIZE Gallery presents “Rainbow,” its first in-person opening since March 2020. The exhibit will run through June 27 and features 40 fan favorite artists from throughout Tampa Bay. Each artist was assigned a color of the rainbow to create a new work on a circular canvas.
Weekends, June 4-20
“Daniel’s Husband”
$25, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m. and Sundays, 2 p.m. | West Coast Players, 21905 U.S. Hwy. 19 N., Clearwater
The West Coast Players celebrate Pride with this live production of playwright Michael McKeever’s celebrated play addressing a modern dilemma and marriage equality. Purchase tickets and learn more at WCPlayers.com.
Fridays and Saturdays, June 4-26
Pride Month at Enigma
Enigma St. Pete, 1110 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Join hostess Daphne Ferraro for “Queens on Central” Friday nights. She’ll welcome friends from throughout Tampa Bay with shows at 10 and 11:30 p.m. Come back Saturday nights for Pride dance parties.
Sunday, June 6
Back It Up for Pride
Free, 3-6 p.m. | freeFall Theatre, 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Balance Tampa Bay presents a fundraiser featuring at least 10 automobiles competing for the title of “Best Pride Trunk.” Attendees will enjoy a cash bar, food trucks and more. All funds benefit Balance Tampa Bay.
Sunday, June 6—Sunday, June 27
Pride in GC at Dog Bar
Various Times | Dog Bar St. Pete, 2300 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Join Dog Bar to show your Pride all month long. Events include a Corona Beach Bash June 6 with ice pools and a foam party; Rescue Dog Yoga June 12 with vendors on site; a Lip Sync Battle June 18 with DJ Shannon C.; a Biscuit Brunch June 20; DJ Fugi and a food truck June 25; Unleash Your Pride June 26 with unleashed doggie play time and a Doggie Fashion Show June 27.
Friday, June 11—Saturday, June 19
“Once Upon A Shine”
Anytime June 12-19
Throughout St. Petersburg
Find your pride on this SHINE mural scavenger hunt hosted by fan favorite performer Matthew McGee. Follow video clues from one mural to another in search of Cinderella’s missing stiletto using the free PixelStix app to decipher the clues as your Fairy Dragmother recounts the tale of Cinderella’s wild night out. Learn more at StPeteArtsAlliance.org/PRIDE.
Friday, June 11—Sunday, June 20
“Plus”
$20, 8-9:30 p.m. | The MAR, 2309 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
This cabaret-styled performance spotlights LGBTQIA+ artists while emphasizing those in the ever-expanding “plus” subsect of the community. The all-inclusive evening will feature multiple solo acts. Contains adult content, visit TheMARStPete.com for specific dates and details.
Saturday, June 12—Sunday, June 27
Pride in Grand Central (GC)
Various Locations
St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District
The birthplace of St Pete Pride is a must-visit destination. Pridegoers are invited to enjoy shows, music, sidewalk markets, parties and play the district’s scratch off game for a chance to win prizes, many listed here. A Grand Central Block Party & Street Stroll will be held June 26 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., closing off the 2300 and 2400 blocks of Central Ave. from noon to 8 p.m. to ensure pedestrian safety. View the full list of events and learn more at PrideInGrandCentral.org.
Saturday, June 12
Yo! Majesty Live
9 p.m. | VFW Post No. 39, 2599 Central Ave. N., St. Petersburg
Be sure to catch Yo! Majesty’s first live Tampa Bay performance in years, happening during St Pete PrideFest in the Grand Central District! Julia Powell Music and Lily Wild Fire will get the party started.
Come OUT St. Pete
Royal Court Show
10 p.m. | The Garage on Central Ave., 2729 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Join the Come OUT St. Pete Royal Court – Stephanie Stuart, DKJ and Kristina White – for a special show celebrating Pride.
Sunday, June 13
Pride Poolside Fashion Show
$25, 12-4 p.m. | GayStPete House, 4505 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg
This poolside show is presented by Atlas Body + Home and hosted by Kori Stevens and DJ Bill Kody. Food, punch and a day pass are included for the donation which benefits the Grand Central District Association. The runway will be open between 1-3 p.m. and this is a clothing optional event.
Tuesday, June 15—Sunday, June 27
Pride in GC at Cocktail
Various Times | Cocktail, 2355 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Events include Pride Queereoke June 15 with local singers; Wigs & Wit June 16 with comedians vs. queens; Gay Ass Trivia June 17 tackling LGBTQ herstory, There’s No Place Like Home with dancers; Sissy that Walk Saturday June 19 with drag shows and Daddy Issues June 20 for Father’s Day with Daddy dancers. Week two includes Loud & Proud Karaoke with LGBTQ icons; Fresh Start: Drag Showcase with new talent June 23; Hide, a leather event June 24; Wonderful Wigs of Oz with dancers, wigs and drag June 25, Cock’d N Loaded with a mega show June 26 and Cock-Eyed June 27, which closes out Pride with go-go boys. Special headliners to be announced.
Saturday, June 19
“Sip, Shop, & Kiki”
1-4 p.m. | Sip, Shop, Hooray, 2053 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
DJ Shannon presents specials on clothes and drinks.
Pride Leather Night
9 p.m.-3 a.m. | The Garage on Central Ave., 2729 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Celebrate Pride with the Tampa Bay Leather Community.
Sunday, June 20
The Garage T-Dance
4-9 p.m. | The Garage on Central Ave., 2729 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Show your Pride during Sunday Funday.
Thursday, June 24—Sunday, June 27
Pride in GC at Mixers at OKW
Various Times | Mixers at OKW, 2451 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Show your Pride in Grand Central with Mixers at OKW, formerly Old Key West Bar and Grill. Events include Drag Trivia on June 24 with Miranda; music from DJ Bill Kody June 25; a Silent Disco June 26 and a Bubble & Brunch Foam Party on June 27.
Friday, June 25
2021 Rainbros Pride Party
6-10 p.m. | Park & Rec DTSP, 100 4th St. S., St. Petersburg
One of the most epic Pride parties returns! This second annual celebration’s proceeds benefit Metro Inclusive Health. Presale $65 admission includes one raffle ticket, four drink tickets and a Rainbros T-shirt. Learn more at RainbrosPride.com.
Saturday, June 26
Red Mesa Cantina Drag Brunch
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 1:30-4 p.m. | Red Mesa Cantina, 128 3rd St. S., St. Petersburg
Don’t be a drag, just be at Cantina! Join the crew at Red Mesa Cantina for two drag brunches! Hosted by Brianna Summers in the stunning La Florida Ballroom at Red Mesa Cantina and featuring an all-star cast, brunch is $45 per person and will include a single show, menu item, brunch cocktail and swag!
Pride at the Village 2021
2-10 p.m. | Pinellas Arts Village, 5663 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park
This free, pet-friendly event will feature more than 50 vendors, businesses and community organizations celebrating Pride. Indoor and outdoor bars, family-friendly activities and contests and giveaways will also take place, with a show hosted by Jaeda Fuentes.
Sunday, June 27
Pride Cruise Around
St. Pete & Gulfport
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Throughout St. Petersburg/Gulfport
Decorate your vehicle and show your Pride! Participants will meet at 10:30 a.m., park and subsequently cruise at a low speed through downtown St Pete, then West to the Edge District into the Grand Central District. They will then head to Gulfport’s Waterfront District, back through 22nd, Main Street, the Warehouse Arts District and ultimately the Grand Central District.
Pinellas Pride Party
12-6 p.m. | Biff Burger St. Pete, 3949 49th St. N., St. Petersburg
Featuring live performances, guest speakers, Pride raffles and contests, this event hosted by Sam Obeid benefits Project No Labels. Come as you are.
Come OUT Block Party
1-9 p.m. | The Garage on Central Ave., 2729 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
An Out and proud block party and vendor market closes out Pride Month.
“Tall Tale”
3-5 p.m. | Stageworks Theatre, 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., Ste. 151, Tampa
Join Daphne Ferraro for an original show with a limited, live audience. Doors will open at 2 p.m. with a special pre-show and feature a live talkback session featuring a Q&A with the fan favorite entertainer.
Boys’ Entrance
8 p.m. | VFW Post 39, 2599 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Boys’ Entrance headlines a musically diverse PrideFest show featuring The Wrenchers, Cruel Curses and The Meteorites. $10 at the door.
