It’s barely 2026, but that doesn’t mean Pride has to wait until the summer. Across the country, LGBTQ+ communities are shaking off winter and stepping into the sun — and Florida is leading the charge. Spring Pride is officially in season, with two major cities hosting full‑scale Pride celebrations in March and April. If you’re itching for a parade, a festival, or just a reason to be surrounded by queer joy before June hits, Miami and Tampa Bay have you covered.
🌴 Tampa Bay Pride — March 2026
Tampa Bay doesn’t just “do” Pride — it throws one of the earliest and most colorful celebrations in the country. The March timing has become a signature, giving Florida a head start on Pride season while the rest of the U.S. is still thawing out.
What to expect
- A massive street festival packed with vendors, food, and local LGBTQ+ orgs
- The iconic Tampa Pride Diversity Parade rolling through Ybor City
- Nightlife events that turn the whole weekend into a queer block party
- A strong mix of locals, travelers, families, and longtime community members
Tampa’s Pride has a reputation for being welcoming, high‑energy, and deeply community‑driven — the kind of Pride where you run into old friends and make new ones in the same afternoon.
🌞 Miami Beach Pride — April 2026
Miami Beach Pride is a different flavor entirely — bigger, glossier, and infused with that unmistakable Miami heat. Held in April, it’s one of the most internationally recognized Pride events in the U.S., drawing visitors from across Latin America, Europe, and beyond.
What to expect
- A week of events leading up to the main festival
- Beach parties, pool parties, and nightlife that only Miami can deliver
- A massive parade along Ocean Drive
- Celebrity performers, DJs, and headliners
- A strong focus on diversity, Latinx LGBTQ+ culture, and global queer visibility
Miami Beach Pride is where activism meets celebration, where local community meets international spotlight, and where the energy stays high from sunrise to sunrise.
