Newport Pride Festival & Parade 2025

🌈 Joy Is Resistance 🌈

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Join us for an unforgettable celebration of love, and unity as we honor the vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Newport and beyond. From the Festival & Parade to Pride Flags Ceremony and celebrations, there’s something for everyone—families, friends, and allies! For volunteers, vendors, and performers forms, scroll down, as well as for Sponsorship opportunities!

 

Main Event: Newport Pride Parade & Festival

📅 Saturday, June 28th

Pride Parade | ⏰ 11:00 AM | 📍 Downtown Newport

• March with Pride! Our colorful parade winds through the local area of Newport, with Pride, bikes, and community spreading love and joy. 

Pride Festival | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 📍Great Friends Meeting House

• Right after the parade, join us for a family-friendly festival with live music, local vendors, artists, drag performances, food trucks, and more

Pride After Dark Party | ⏰ 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM | 📍The Parlor

• When the sun goes down, the party continues! Our After Dark event features headlining DJs and a fun community atmosphere you won’t want to miss. 21+ event.

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✨ Other Pride Month Events ✨

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🏳️‍🌈 Pride Flags Ceremony

📅 June 2 📍 Newport City Hall

Kick-off Pride Month with our official Pride Flags Ceremony! Join community leaders, activists, and allies as we raise the Pride flag high and proud over Newport.

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🚢 Queer Cruise

📅 June 6 📍 Bowen's Landing

Set sail for an evening of scenic views, music, and connection on this special Pride Cruise. Enjoy sunset vibes, and a sea of rainbow love on the water. Tickets are required and coming soon!

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🎬 Pride Movie Night

📅 June 27 📍 Jane Pickens Theater
Join us for a cozy evening as we celebrate Pride with an inspiring LGBTQ+ film! Bring your friends and loved ones for a night of love, laughter, and community.​​

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❤️ Drag Brunch

📅 June 29 📍 Newport Playhouse

Get ready to slay your Sunday with the fabulous Newport Playhouse Drag Brunch! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and amazing performances. Tickets will soon be on their website.

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💖 Let’s come together to celebrate love, diversity, and Pride in Newport!