St. Louis hosts PrideFest St. Louis, one of the Midwest’s most vibrant and community‑centered Pride celebrations, produced by Pride St. Louis, Inc. The 2026 festival takes place Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28 at Soldiers Memorial Park in downtown St. Louis. The festival features multiple entertainment stages, food trucks, local vendors, nonprofit booths, and family‑friendly programming across the park’s historic grounds.
The Grand Pride Parade steps off on Sunday, June 28 at 11:00 AM, beginning at Market Street & 10th Street and traveling west along Market toward Soldiers Memorial. The parade includes floats, marching bands, community groups, and regional organizations, drawing tens of thousands of spectators. PrideFest’s weekend programming includes national headliners, drag showcases, and community awards, making it a full‑weekend celebration.
With its downtown setting, strong community turnout, and two‑day festival footprint, PrideFest St. Louis remains a major anchor of June Pride in the central U.S.
Pride Watch: St. Louis
