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Gay pride festival san diego

A weekend of celebration continued, Saturday, with what has become the largest one-day public gathering in San Diego every year. Almost 250,000 people are expected at San Diego Identity festival events Saturday and Sunday.

The parade down University and Sixth Avenue included contingents from police to performers of every kind. There was also representation of LGBTQ+ people and their allies from churches, collective health organizations, and local bars.

It's tradition that the march begins with the revved engines of motorcycle riders who proudly contact themselves ‘Dykes on Bikes’.

M.G. Perez
M.G. Perez

"Joy is our birthright. It's our gift, and it’s also a weapon that we get to apply to dismantle the systems of oppression," said Kristin Flickinger, Interim Executive Director San Diego Pride.

That oppression to which Flickinger referred, includes the Trump Administration's recent action banning transgender members of the military from continuing to serve.

Sam Rodriguez brought his 4 year mature daughter, Knox, to the parade. They are marching with the SPARTA Identity contingent of transgender military members. Most of them are in the process of being discharged because of the Trum

San Diego Pride 2025

This form will be used to capture registrations for San Diego Pride 2025. The parade will be held Saturday, July 19th. Registration for the 2025 parade is now open!

 

 

 

 

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FAQ(S):

 

  1. Can I bring additional guests to the Parade? YES! You 100% can, in fact we motivate you to. However, we do possess shuttles that are provided to registrants only. Shuttle cosmos is limited and we'll be in communication when we reach capacity, please make other arrangements if you complete have additional guests attending with you. Additional guests will have to stuff the safety and liability waiver.
  2. Will there be accommodations at the Parade? YES! We will possess a shuttle with us along the parade route. If you need to ride along with us instead of marching, the shuttle will gradually maneuver with us as we march along the route.
  3. Can I bring dogs to the Parade? YES! However, it will be an extremely hot day on Saturday, July 20th. Take any precautions for the wellbeing and safety of your pet. 
  4. Can my dog be on the shuttle? NO! UCSD Policy prohibits pets on the shuttle, but service animals

    Pride Festival

    San Diego’s biggest celebration of diversity and inclusion is calling your name! San Diego Identity festival returns to Balboa Park with community resources, queer-owned businesses, and multiple entertainment zones.

    Pride is more than a moment—it’s a movement. San Diego Pride continues after the parade and festival. Our registered 501c3, non-profit organization provides advocacy, community programs, and philanthropic efforts year-round. Your participation in our events fuels this uninterrupted work. Together, we build a brighter future.

    When:
    Saturday, July 19, 2025 @ 12 PM – 10 PM |
    Sunday, July 20, 2025 @ 12 PM – 9 PM

    Location: Marston Point., Balboa Park (6th Ave. & Laurel St.) Google Maps

    Accessibility: Click here to learn more about Accessibility at the Pride Festival.

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    San Diego Pride Festival Entry Policies

    San Diego Pride is a cosmos that centers and celebrates homosexual identities, voices, and joy. San Diego Pride is committed to ensuring that our festival is a joyful, inclusive, safe, and accessible experience for everyone in our community.

    Entry Policies

    Tickets

          • Pride Weekend – July 19-20, 2025 (a

            Colorful floats will soon glide through Hillcrest as part of the San Diego Pride Parade -- a time-honored tradition in America's Finest City that honors the LGBTQ+ community.

            LGBTQ+ members will be joined by allies to march along the route uptown in honor of their continued contact for equity and acceptance. Those who are planning on showing their back by attending the parade can contemplate the following to plan their trip:

            When is the parade?

            The San Diego Lgbtq+ fest Parade will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19.

            Folks can expect the event to be held rain or illuminate , according to the San Diego LGBT Pride nonprofit organization.

            Where to park

            Pride organizers are making it easier for participants to arrive by car. Free parking will be free at the Antique Naval Hospital on Park Boulevard and President’s Way. Once there, visitors can take a free shuttle that will drop off passengers at the intersection of Richmond and Essex Streets.

            The shuttle service will be available as follows:

            • Pride Parade Route 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
              • Catch a free sit on from the Ancient Naval Hospital parking lots to the Pride Parade. The Shuttle will let go parade goers at Essex and Richmond Street, one