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  • Connect to the free Pride shuttle service at the Park Blvd. We will welcome businesses that offer a variety of goods and services that our community can enjoy.

    • San Diego Pride has a zero tolerance policy for hate speech. Southbound Stop: Park Blvd. and Naval Hospital.

    Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles—you might serve as a member of the stage crew or security team or work as an information booth attendant. VIP tickets cost $233 and include two-day access, better stage views, four free drinks, and an exclusive entrance, restrooms, and lounge (with free food). If you are a food exhibitor please note we are only accepting prepackaged food and non cooking vendors.

    Free parking will be available at the Old 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.

      San Diego Pride does not endorse or adopt the political positions of any individual performer. Rather, we honor the value of artistic integrity, the importance of free expression, and the role that artists play in shaping culture, challenging systems, and amplifying voices.

      San Diego Pride remains committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming Pride Festival for all attendees.

    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 call for equity and acceptance.

    and will reopen by 4 p.m. and Sunday, July 20 from 11 a.m. They also support groups like the QAPIMEDA Coalition, Black LGBTQ Coalition, and Latinx Coalition, as well as more than 30 LGBTQ programs and events throughout the year.

    What items are prohibited at the San Diego Pride Festival?

    • Alcohol (though alcoholic drinks are available for purchase onsite)
    • Bicycles, skates, scooters, or skateboards (though the festival provides free bike storage)
    • Drones or remote-control aircraft, cars, or toys
    • Illegal drugs
    • Laser pointers
    • Outside food & beverages (excepting unopened disposable water bottles & empty reusable water bottles)
    • Weapons

    See San Diego Pride’s frequently asked questions page for more details.

    San Diego Pride continues after the parade and festival. on July 19. Showcase your work, connect with attendees, and be part of a vibrant marketplace that uplifts our very own LGBTQIA+ community! Applications are NOW CLOSED. to 3 p.m.

    san diego gay pride parade

    beginning at the Hillcrest Pride Flag, located at 1500 University Ave.

  • Pride Festival -- (ends on Sunday, July 20) begins at Balboa Park

    • San Diego Pride 2025: Everything You Need to Know

    Each year, San Diego Pride Festival raises funds to support its community philanthropy efforts to foster equality and respect for all LGBTQ communities here and across the globe.

    Join us as an exhibitor at this year’s Pride Festival! on the day of the parade. If you have any questions please contact our production team at [email protected] or Marvens Pierre, Director of Events & Programs at [email protected].

     

    Please Note: Demand for this area is very high. Email [email protected] with any questions.

     

    When & Where

    San Diego’s Pride Parade is the largest single-day civic event in the region and is among the largest Prides in the United States, attracting over 250,000 cheering supporters of the LGBTQIA+ community.

    When:
    Saturday, July 19, 2025
    10:00 am – 3:00 pm

    Where:
    Hillcrest

    Richmond & University

    RouteLength: 1.5 miles
    Cost: This is a free, community event.

     

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    If your business lies outside these categories, you are encouraged to apply to any of the other food vendor categories.

    Pride Festival

    San Diego’s biggest celebration of diversity and inclusion is calling your name! to 10 p.m.