For 43 years, Phoenix Pride has been organizing marches, rallies, parades, entertainment and education and outreach events to celebrate the Phoenix LGBTQ+ community. In 2023, over 300 corporations, local business, and organizations supported the 42nd Annual Phoenix Pride Festival in Phoenix.
This year’s Phoenix Pride Festival will continue to be a two day celebration designed to bring our diverse LGBTQ+ and allied communities together for a weekend of camaraderie and celebration of our past, present and future, while raising funds for the Phoenix Pride Community Programs and educating the public about the existence and continuing civil rights battle facing our community. The Phoenix Pride Festival attracts over 55,000 attendees during the two-day celebration offering unique opportunities for marketing and exposure for businesses and organizations interested in creating relationships within the LGBTQ+ community.
The Phoenix Pride festival features over 150 entertainment performances on 7 stages and over 300 Exhibitors showcasing a huge variety of food options, shopping opportunities, and community resources. The festival brings a variety of food vendors, as well as an Arts Expo, Main, and Community Stages, KidSpace, VIP Experience, Erotic World, Dance Pavilion, and the Fiesta Caliente Latin Stage produced by Club Papi. Combined with participation from government officials, services, private corporations, and celebrities, the Phoenix Pride Festival continues to raise positive awareness of the Phoenix metropolitan LGBTQ+ community.
General Info
October 19-20, 2024
Steele Indian School Park
Festival Hours
Saturday 2pm – 10p | Sunday Noon – 9pm
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
- Any weapon, or item that could be used as a weapon, excluding umbrellas
- Any chemicals, poisons, and/or hazardous materials
- Any alcoholic beverages
- Any glass bottles
- Any food and drink, with the exception of one UNOPENED bottle of water, any size. EMPTY reusable bottles are permitted.
- Pets or animals, other than service assistant animals, or a vendor “Rescue Organization” that has a booth at the Festival. See “Pet” section below for definition of service dogs.
- Any drugs, other than prescription or consumer products in their original containers. You may not smoke cannabis in a public place even with a medical marijuana card per state law.
- Skateboards or roller blades
- Any tasers
- Any explosive devices
- Any incendiary devices
- Any Hydration Backpacks or Packs
- No coolers
- Any other items that security determines will or could have an adverse effect on the event
WE HAVE A ZERO-TOLERANCE POLICY FOR FIGHTING AND FOR UNAUTHORIZED SOLICITORS. VIOLATORS WILL BE ESCORTED OUT OF THE FESTIVAL.
Ticket Information
- Children under 12 and active military receive free admission.
- Children 13-17, seniors 55+ and former military receive discounted admission at the ticket gate.
- Adults 18 and over have multiple different ticket packages available.
Credit Cards and ApplePay are accepted for onsite admission and beverage sales. ATMs will also be available for your convenience.
If the admission price is economically taxing, FREE ADMISSION to the Festival may be arranged by becoming a PRIDE VOLUNTEER and volunteering a minimum of 4 hours.
Volunteer Opportunities
The 2024 Phoenix Pride Festival and Parade’s volunteer positions are full because of the community’s support. Thank you for S. (Supporting) E. (Engaging) E. (Empowering) the work we do in the community! We are excited to be with you this weekend and celebrate the fact that we are all #bornthisway!
Festival Accessibility
All accessibility information is available at the Information Booth near the entrance, which is staffed with a volunteer who knows American Sign Language.
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services
American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are available during all performances at the Main, Community, Bistro, and Erotic World Stages. An Accessibility Viewing Area is available at the Main Stage for all those needing to see the ASL interpreters and those needing to see without obstructions, requiring a chair to sit, etc. Please see our Information Booth (with the interpreter symbol) near the Main Entrance to obtain an “Accessibility Area Wristband” for admission into the Main Stage Accessibility Viewing Area. An interpreter will be next to the Announcer’s Stage at 3rd St. and Osborne on the parade route.
Mobility Services
As seen on the map, we have mobility shuttle stops at the following locations. You will find them near the exit and close to the Information Booth, which is available throughout the festival hours. They are also in the Gold Parking Lot, off Central & Farrington Dr and 3rd St. & Herrera Way, for those utilizing the accessible parking spaces. Shuttles will also assist community members from the parade route to the main entrance.
Sensory-Sensitive Services
Neurodiverse Quiet Zone to “disconnect” away from the hustle & bustle of the festival. It has soft lights, soft sounds, soft sitting areas, a hand-washing station, ear plugs, and volunteers to assist. This area will be available Saturday from 2 – 9 pm and Sunday from 12 – 8 pm. This quiet zone is near the lake, fenced off from the rest of the festival grounds. Look for the “neurodiverse infinity symbol.”
Senior Services
“Mature” community members needing a space to get out of the sun and cool off. Join us lakeside for a cool towel, sit in the air conditioning, and spend some time rejuvenating your body and mind! Hours will be Saturday from 2 – 9 pm and Sunday from 12 – 8 pm. This area is in the Relaxation Station near the lake. Look for the “50+” signs.
**You can locate both areas when you enter the festival & grab a Pocket Guide or stop by the Information Booth for more information.**
Added Services
- An accessible line at the entrance is available – look for the “wheelchair symbol.”
- ADA-accessible restrooms are located throughout the park.
- Handicapped parking is available off Central & Farrington Dr and 3rd St. & Herrera Way.
- All festival-goers must pass through a metal detector, and all bags are subject to search. A list of prohibited items can be found If you have a medical condition that requires you to bring in food, liquids, medication, or specific mobility devices, please email accessibility@phoenixpride.org.
Pet Restrictions
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS are allowed on the grounds (with the exception of SERVICE DOGS*).
- Service dogs MUST be harnessed at all times. No exceptions!
- Service dog owners are required to clean up after their dogs. Please provide waste bags and utilize any garbage can.
- Please provide a water dish for them to stay hydrated in the warm climate.
- With the crowds and limited space, please evaluate if having your dog in this setting will be a good fit. If a dog is causing a disruption, that owner will be asked to leave the event.
- Remember, our temperatures are hot for dogs. Please protect their paws from burning on hot sidewalks and asphalt.
*Service dogs perform tasks for their handlers related to the individual’s specific disability. The person does not need to have a physical disability to have a qualified service dog. Dogs that are exclusively emotional support dogs, however, are not trained to perform a specific task related to a disability. Instead, they benefit a person with a disability simply by the unique nature of the bond between canine and human. Recognizing that some individuals with certain disabilities may need their canine companion to fully participate in events at Pride, Pride will admit an emotional support dog that has documentation of the role they play in its handler’s life on a case-by-case basis with prior permission. To seek this admission for an emotional support dog, please email accessibility@phoenixpride.org.
Lost & Found
Lost items can be picked up at the PRIDE INFORMATION booth located near the main entrances. After the event, you can contact Phoenix Pride at .
Parking, Lightrail and Taxi
Parking is available in nearby neighborhoods and parking structures. The largest Parking Structure is located on the Southeast corner of Central Ave & Indian School Rd with 1,400 parking spaces available.
As parking is limited, we recommend that you either take the Lightrail or a ride sharing service. There is a Lightrail station at Central Ave & Indian School Rd that drops you off 3 blocks from the Parade & Festival.
Ride-sharing transportation is preferred and will have a dedicated pickup and drop-off area.
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