As St Pete Pride marks 20 years, Watermark is examining the celebration’s origins and the nonprofit’s future.
Below, find out when and where to celebrate 20 years of St Pete Pride with events led by or held in conjunction with the organization.
Friday, June 17
Stonewall Reception
$75, 6-9 p.m. | The James Museum,
150 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
An original Stonewall demonstrator, contemporary activists and more gather to honor the brave individuals who fought for LGBTQ civil rights. Share light bites and drinks while enjoying special entertainment with St Pete Pride sponsors, community partners and local officials to celebrate Pride.
Get Nude: Drippin’ in Melanin
$10, 7-11 p.m. | Red Mesa Cantina,
128 3rd St. S., St. Petersburg
St Pete Pride and the Tampa Bay Black Lesbians collaborate to center queer and trans people of color. All are welcome and invited to dance the night away while meeting, mingling and celebrating the beautiful Black and brown ladies of Tampa Bay. Dress to impress in nudes and earth tones.
Saturday, June 18
LGBTQ+ Youth & Family Day
Free, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | N. and S. Straub Parks,
Downtown St. Petersburg
Thousands of LGBTQ youth, queer families and allies converge for this family-focused and youth-oriented LGBTQ Pride event. Guests will enjoy activities, vendors and main stage performances while celebrating St. Petersburg’s diverse and open-minded community.
Sunday, June 19
Shades of Pride: An LGBTQ+ Juneteenth Celebration
Free-$50, 2-9 p.m. | The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave S., St. Petersburg
Celebrate Juneteenth with this event showcasing the art and culture of Black and brown members of the LGBTQ community. “The Legends Panel” will examine the intersection of Pride and Juneteenth and the evening features celebrity guest TS Madison. Read Watermark’s interview on p. 39.
Friday, June 24
Friday Night Concert
$10-500, 4-10 p.m. | Spa Beach – St. Pete Pier Waterfront, Downtown St. Petersburg
St Pete Pride welcomes headliner Todrick Hall and special guest Pussy Riot. The fan favorite artists will perform their hit songs as attendees also enjoy vendors, food trucks and interactive activities. General admission is lawn seating and VIP tickets include additional amenities.
Saturday, June 25
St Pete Pride Parade
Free, 2-10 p.m. | St. Pete Waterfront, Downtown St. Petersburg
St Pete Pride’s signature event returns, promising to be its largest yet. The parade festival begins at 2 p.m. on both sides of the route, which runs from Vinoy Park to Albert Whittard Park along Bayshore Dr. The parade begins at 4 p.m. led with the TransPride March and entertainment will feature pre- and post-parade with local talent and Shaed. Festivities culminate with fireworks.
Sunday, June 26
Pride in Grand Central Street Carnival
Free, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Grand Central District
St Pete Pride’s street festival returns to the Grand Central District, the celebration’s birthplace, for a new carnival experience. Attendees will enjoy block after block of entertainment, vendors, community partners, interactive carnival games and more with special performances by community partners.
Tuesday, June 28
Transtastic
$10, 6-9 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg
Tampa Bay’s trans and nonbinary community takes center stage. This event showcases a variety of talent, artistry, poetry and more as guests meander through indoor and outdoor spaces with appetizers and a cash bar.
Thursday, June 30
Pride Month Wrap Party
Free, 7-10 p.m. | Postcard Inn, 6300 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach
Close out Pride Month in true St. Petersburg style, with a beautiful sunset. St Pete Pride celebrates the hardworking volunteers who make Pride happen as attendees enjoy drinks and great music, with a special performance from Miss St Pete Pride 2022 and more.
