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To learn more about Orlando’s LGBTQ+ events, year-long activities, and resources, visit Orlando’s LGBTQ blog or contact Visit Orlando’s free Vacation Planning Services.

SAVE THE DATE

  • The Pride Prom: Light up the night on April 12 at a neon-themed glow party hosted by Come Out with Pride at the Orlando Science Center (21+ only).
  • GayDays: Taking place from June 5 – 8, GayDays attracts over 180,000 attendees from around the world.

    A Trans Rally, fireworks finale and pride awards presentation will round out the schedule.

    Come Out With Pride Orlando draws over 200,000 attendees each year for Orlando's largest LGBTQIA+ event.

    Orlando's Gay Pride, known as "Come Out With Pride," began in 2005. The day will likely kick off with a lively festival at Lake Eola Park featuring food, music, vendors and kids' activities.

    The highlight is the Most Colorful Parade winding through downtown Orlando.

    More information: enzian.org

    The Pride and Proud Pub Crawl heads to Thornton Park for a night of drinking and merriment at the district’s most popular bars. Beginning with family-friendly activities in March, the festivities continue through signature events such as GayDays Orlando and One Magical Weekend in May/June and conclude with the Come Out with Pride Festival in October.

    More information: comeoutwithpride.org

    Proud in the Cloud gathers the St. Cloud community for a free community event with vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, drag Bingo and a kids’ zone with a petting zoo. Tickets start at $26 per person up to $1,000 for a presenting sponsorship. More information: eventbrite.com

    Zebra Youth Pride Prom invites LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-17 to join in a celebration at a private location with a suggested donation of $15.

    Tickets for the evening event are $6 in advance or $8 on-site; a family four-pack is available for $44 with included hot dogs and sodas. It has become a must-visit spot in the city.

A Pulse Remembrance Ceremony at First United Methodist Church honors the 49 lives lost on June 12, 2016. The crawl starts at 6 p.m.

gay pride orlando

The community can enjoy films including “Paris is Burning” (1990), “Vampyros Lesbos” (1971), “My Beautiful Laundrette” (1985), “The Birdcage” (1996), “Egghead & Twinkie” (2023) and “Tongues Unitied” (1989). The theme is “A Night Over the Rainbow” with a semi-formal to formal dress code and all forms of gender expression are welcomed.

The evening gathering is 5-9 p.m. Last year's new additions included an ADA guide, a quiet relaxation area, and events honoring Black and Brown Queer Women.

UNMISSABLE LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY HUBS IN ORLANDO

Orlando’s neighborhoods are hotspots of creativity, offering exceptional dining and nightlife experiences that cater to all visitors.

  • SAVOY Orlando: Located in the Ivanhoe Village Main Street district, SAVOY Orlando is a non-stop party complete with go-go dancers, drag shows, billiards, dancing and electrifying themed events.

    Tickets ($20 online) include four complimentary drinks and discounts at multiple venues. June 21 at 5452 Jones Road in St. Cloud. More information: eventbrite.com

    The Official Pride Bar Crawl brings revelers to downtown Orlando venues for a celebration with drinks, a drag show, Pride swag, food specials and more. The movies take place throughout the month starting on June 3 at 1300 S.

    Orlando Ave. in Maitland. More information: zebrayouth.org

    OUTCON Orlando highlights the creativity and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, welcoming fans of anime, comics, movies, TV shows, gaming and more. They typically close early on Fridays and Saturdays around 8 p.m.

  • Wills Pub: An LGBTQ+ friendly bar in Mills 50 neighborhood, hosting drag, burlesque and indie music shows.
  • The Glass Knife: Known for their beautiful, handcrafted pastries and scratch-made savory dishes.
  • Se7en Bites: A MICHELIN Recommended restaurant serving Southern comfort dishes.
  • Southern Nights: Voted Orlando Weekly’s Best Gay Bar for five years running, it is the largest of its kind in Orlando, with themed nights, multiple drag performances weekly and burlesque acts every Saturday.

    June 12 at 142 E. Jackson St. in Orlando. Tickets are $10 online. Hosted at the Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at Seaworld, the event features pool parties, expos, and special theme park meetups. More information: eventeny.com

    Find me @PConnPie on Instagram or send me an email: pconnolly@orlandosentinel.com. June 14 at 808 E.

    Washington St. in Orlando.