Portland Pride 2025: dates, festival, parade

Portland will host the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival & Parade 2025, one of the largest donation-based LGBTQIA2S+ Pride events on the West Coast. Taking place at Tom McCall Waterfront Park on July 19-20, 2025, the event attracts tens of thousands of visitors from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond!

What to Expect at the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival

The festival will take place on Saturday, July 19 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Sunday, July 20 from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The festival serves as a major visibility platform for Portland’s LGBTQIA2S+ community organizations and businesses, ranging from small high school GSAs to large international corporations. Attendees can explore booths, meet local artisans, and enjoy food vendors and entertainment.

All proceeds from the $10 suggested donation go towards funding Pride Northwest’s year-round programs and ensuring the continued success of this event.

The Portland Pride Parade

On Sunday, July 20, 2025, the Portland Pride Parade will begin at 11:00 AM from the North Park Blocks and continue along Naito Parkway to the festival. The parade is approximately 1 mile long, with an estimated duration of 20-30 minutes for participants to march the route. Contingents in the parade can expect to wait approximately 2-3 hours before entering the parade route, depending on their staging area.

Participants can register to bring one vehicle or float (additional vehicles can be added for a fee) and up to 200 marchers. The parade will feature a colorful array of floats, performers, and community groups, all united to raise awareness for LGBTQIA+ rights and visibility.

Other Official Pride Events

TransGame Social: Uniting Communities Over Tables

When: Saturday, June 28, 2025, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Where: NW Natural, 250 Southwest Taylor Street, Portland, OR

The TransGame Social is an afternoon of tabletop gaming and community connection hosted by the Northwest Gender Alliance. It’s an opportunity for members of the Transgender and Queer communities to come together, meet, and enjoy a friendly game. Allies are also welcome, and cosplay is encouraged. This event fosters connection and celebration in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Gaylabration: Reflections

When: Friday, July 18, 2025, at 9:00 PM

Where: McMenamins Crystal Ballroom

Gaylabration is Portland’s annual dance party and fundraiser. The 2025 event, Reflections, will feature international DJ J Warren, DJ Remy D, and performances from Revol Artists. With laser effects by Laseronics and production by Portland Productions, it promises to be an exciting night full of music, light, and celebration. All proceeds from this event benefit Pride Northwest’s mission to support the LGBTQIA+ community.

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