Register to march in the Brooklyn Pride's 28th Annual Twilight Parade
Registration to march in the Brooklyn Pride's 28th Annual Twilight Parade is now OPEN! Register here!
Registration to march in the Brooklyn Pride's 28th Annual Twilight Parade is now OPEN! Register here!
The Volunteer Grant program seeks to support and celebrate local non-profit organizations that provide direct support services to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Registration for Brooklyn Pride Festival tables is open via Clear Channel’s form (pdf).
What better way to start off your Brooklyn Pride Saturday than with a morning 5K (3.1 mile) LGBTQIA+ fun run?
What better way to start off your Brooklyn Pride Saturday than with a morning 5K (3.1 mile) LGBTQIA+ fun run?
The Main Stage showcases our community’s beautiful kaleidoscope of talents and voices. Apply to perform here.
Capping off a full slate of events on Brooklyn Pride Day, the Brooklyn Pride Twilight Parade will take place at 730PM along Fifth Avenue from Lincoln Place and Eighth Street.
Brooklyn Pride is joining Arts Gowanus and Old Stone House in presenting “Together We Will…” , a public outdoor art exhibition celebrating Brooklyn’s LGBTQIA+ Community.
The exhibit features artwork (selected from an open call during the month of April) by emerging and established Brooklyn-based LGBTQIA+ artists working in various styles and media. The works depict and celebrate different aspects of the LGBTQIA+ experience and community.
All works are printed on vinyl banners displayed on the fence surrounding The Old Stone House & Washington Park and J.J. Byrne Playground in Park Slope from June 1 – August 31, 2023.
Come to Maimonides Park Stadium to join us for an evening of baseball.
Come join LGBTQIA+ youth from all over Brooklyn for a Pride day exclusively made for you and your allies. Event runs from 12:00pm - 5:00pm.
Showcase your artistic talent and decorate your OLD sneakers with your best Pride ideas that are focused on our 2023 Theme - “TOGETHER WE WILL”
DJ Trini spinning all afternoon to keep you moving.
Chance to win giveaways throughout the event
Youth Performers showcasing their talent.
Airbrush Artist
Carnival Games
360 Photo Booth
Free Food
Craft Table
Teen Lounge
Brooklyn Public Library
Join the fun with the ONLY Twilight Parade in NYC; a celebration of our Pride and Heritage! More details coming soon.
Brooklyn Pride Mainstage returns with live entertainment on the 4th Street Plaza from noon to 6PM on June 10.
Brooklyn Pride Festival & Mainstage returns on Saturday, June 10.
Begin your Brooklyn Pride in Prospect Park for everyone’s favorite queer running event – the Brooklyn Pride LGBTQIA+ 5K presented by Maimonides Health in partnership with Front Runners New York. Register now!
June 9 Update: with the improved air quality in Brooklyn, tonight’s pre-show drag performers and movie night will go on! See you for RENT tonight! Masks will be available.
Free outdoor screening of Rent with pre-show entertainment at 4th Street Plaza (5th Avenue).
Robert Garcia ** Christine Dior ** Freeda Kulo
Alternate Date: June 16, 2023
Bring your lunch and join us at Brooklyn Commons Park with a drag performance by Marilyn Monhoe.
Hosted by the funny Lois Thompson as she brings together comics for a night of laughter at Branded Saloon.
Come together for an evening of spirituality and reflection, hosted in-person at St. Ann and the Holy Trinity Church (157 Montague Street) and live streamed online.
Opening Brooklyn Pride Week, honoring some of Brooklyn’s distinguished LGBTQIA+ community.
Register now for your spot in the June 10th Brooklyn Pride Festival! The festival is 11am - 5pm, on 5th Ave between Union & 9th Street.
Register now to be in the 2023 Brooklyn Pride Parade! The parade kicks off on Saturday, June 10 at 7:30PM sharp from 5th Avenue at Lincoln Place. Registrations excepted through May 5 or until parade capacity is reached.
Brooklyn Pride is a wholly volunteer-managed organization working for and on behalf of all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Brooklynites and all others who support the struggle for equality of this Community. Sign up to help out!
A portion of Brooklyn Pride LGBTQIA+ 5K Run registration fees go toward Brooklyn Pride's Volunteer Grant, designed to celebrate local non-profit organizations that provide direct support services to the LGBTQIA+ community. We are applications for the program from now until May 1, 2023. Don't wait - apply today!
Arts Gowanus is partnering with Brooklyn Pride and the Old Stone House & Washington Park to present an outdoor art exhibit featuring works by Brooklyn based LGBTQIA+ artists. They are accepting submissions for “Together We Will…” through April 30. Learn More
Want to share your talents with Brooklyn? We are recruiting talent for Brooklyn Pride 2023. We welcome participation from all. Apply now. Submission Deadline: April 1, 2023
About This Event
We are excited to host the first Youth Pride - BK 2022. This event is for LGBTQIA and ally youth to experience a day of free expression in a space exclusive for them.
Events
Carnival Games
DJ
Voter Registration Booth
Mini-Ball - click here to enter!
Performers and Singers - click here to perform!
… and more!!
Join the fun with the ONLY Twilight Parade in the Northeast; a celebration of our Pride and Heritage!
MCs: Ron B
Grand Marshals: Mark Casserta and Rainbow Heights
CLICK NAMES FOR DETAILS
Venmo: Ms_Lancing | Cashapp: $MsLancing
Lailah Lancing is an Out, Loud, and Proud Transwoman, Singer/Songwriter, Trans Rights Advocate, and Nightlife personality. She has been a staple in NYC for nearly 3 decades! In her career she’s been a part of all things fabulous from The 90’s club scene, Legendary NYC Drag Dining establishment Lucky Cheng’s, And the Burlesque & Cabaret circuits. She’s honored to be back Emceeing Brooklyn Pride this year! Let’s have a SAFE & HAPPY Pride!!!
Venmo: @Jbnwrd1 | Cashapp: $jbnwrd1 | Instagram: @nam.sounds and @writeonjas
NAM formed in 2019, when teachers Jasmin Benward (NAM) and Matthew Migliori (Mr. M) decided to be students and attend an open mic. From there, the two would go on to play in the Tri-state area and work on solo projects.
Venmo: @Blake_Rave | PayPal: me/blakerave1 | Instagram: @blake_rave
Blake Rave is a queer singer-songwriter on a continual path of self-discovery and creation. His songwriting began at a very young age but didn't blossom until much later when he received a guitar as a birthday gift. Rave enjoys sharing his personal experiences in the form of song, and connecting with listeners on deeper levels.
Venmo: @missjizzabella | Instagram: @missjizzabellal
JizzaBella, a local NYC Drag Queen, Emcee and HIV Advocate. Loves to just make the world have a little fun, even for a couple hours. JizzaBella is all about the throwbacks, numbers that will bring you back to a time where you were like... YES!
Venmo: @cheernewyork | Instagram: @cheernewyork
Cheer New York is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization comprised of all-volunteer LGBTQ+ and ally cheerleaders. Our mission is to use our athletic and philanthropic abilities to empower and affect change in our communities through charitable action.
Instagram: @NYCGMC
NYCGMC is comprised of more than 260 talented singers of various ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Together, we produce a vibrant sound and energy that audiences can feel and connect with. Through the power of this sound and our spectacular performances, we are fearless champions for love, equality, and acceptance.
Virtual Tip Jar: gofundme.com/f/salvo-music-virtual-tip-jar | Instagram: @salvo_musica
Salvo is a Spanish guitarist and songwriter born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. With funky Spanish rumba rhythms and Latin grooves, he plays a mix of Latin, flamenco, classical, and world fusion. Salvo has played at many private events and festivals as a solo act and with the band Salvo and Hugo, including the LGBTQIA+ LatinX festival, FuerzaFest, and Brooklyn Pride. Vist Rumbafunk.com.
Instagram: @steviedicksss
Stevie Dicks is a Brooklyn-based drag performer. Their art merges new ideas with the old and brings audience members to a realm where time doesn’t exist. Love and passion fuels their performance. They hope to spread that love to those who witness them.
Venmo: @weekendplansmusic | Instagram: @weekendplansmusic
Weekend Plans creates an electrifying blend of funk, hip-hop, jazz, and soul that has captivated audiences since 2016. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, this eight-piece group has come together to express their love of music, old and new, in a way that adds a unique flavor to the musical melting pot of their hometown. After releasing their debut album, State of Nine, in 2019, their latest singles illustrate their sonic evolution as they embark on their second album.
Venmo: @TyMcKinnie | *Cashapp: $TyMcKinnie | Instagram: @TyMcKinnie
Ty McKinnie is an American singer-songwriter and self-taught guitarist from Atlanta, Georgia. He started writing music in college, uploaded songs to SoundCloud, and posted covers on YouTube. Ty moved to New York City to pursue his singing career and enrolled in NYU’s music business program. Moving to New York wasn’t easy. As adversities struck, songwriting music became more of a therapeutic escape, resulting into two EPs that spawned his signature style with hit songs such as “Mutual” and “Chill.” Ty also worked on his live chops by performing in iconic venues around New York City (Rockwood Music Hall, the Cutting Room, etc).
Venmo: @babyparty | CashApp: $imbabynyc | Instagram: @imbabynyc
IM BABY co-produces a drag show called Dyke Drag which is held monthly at Ginger's Bar! Our mission is to bring drag to the lesbian community and unite LGBT+ nightlife through drag and more!
Cashapp: $justymusic | PayPal: me/justymusic | Instagram: @justymusic
Brooklyn-born, Staten Island–raised artist Justy began writing music at 12 years old. Fast-forward 10+ years, and the singer/songwriter has blossomed into a unique and promising force in music. Heavily inspired by the works of artists such as J Dilla, Amy Winehouse, Noname, Anderson .Paak, and Lauryn Hill, Justy continues to evolve and incorporate traditional jazz elements into her music.
Venmo: @Xavier-Cardriche | Instagram: @XavierCardriche
Xavier Cardriche, born and raised in Brooklyn, is a natural-born poet and storyteller. Xavier’s folk and R&B sound aligns with the spirit of early folk artists. He continues to perform and record, both solo and with his five-piece band. Recently, he was featured on NY radio WFUV, and was also awarded a City Artist Corps grant, allowing him to produce his first interdisciplinary performance with a live audience. His releases are available on all digital platforms.
Website: www.DestinyDevine.com | Instagram: @destinydevinenyc
Destiny is an all-around innovator and entrepreneur. She believes we have the power to create our own opportunities and encourages others to rise to their highest potential.
Destiny Devine is constantly working on new projects. With an extensive background in the performing arts—singing, dancing and acting—Devine never fails to enthrall and connect with her audience.
Venmo: @Jamie-LeRose | PayPal: me/jamielerose | Instagram: @jamieleroseofficial
Jamie LeRose is a multifaceted singer, songwriter, and visual artist based in New Jersey. Jamie began to work with Don Lawrence in 2015, which helped expand her team to make her dreams of becoming a pop sensation a reality. In the following years, she has directed and starred in six of her own music videos to her own original songs. Jamie’s incredible ability to make all of her own visual arts has made her stand out among other artists since she first hit the scene. With new music on the horizon, Jamie is unstoppable.
Venmo: @Taylor-Tuke | Instagram: @taylortuke
Taylor Tuke is a singer, songwriter, producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and, performer based in Nashville, Tennessee. He has collaborated with Grammy Award–winning artists and songwriters. Taylor has an undying passion to bring people together and to keep them connected through the healing and transformative power of music. His crystalline baritone vocals, acoustic guitar, and organic approach to songwriting will inspire you to take an active step toward making the world a more beautiful place.
Venmo: @shipsinthenight | Instagram: @shipsinthenightmusic
Ships in the Night is songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Alethea Leventhal. Through electrifying lullabies, Ships in the Night’s uplifting dark pop sound draws from dreams and memories to paint an atmospheric landscape with sweeping waves of synthesizers and kinetic beats. Based out of New York City, Leventhal is known for layering her voice with instruments such as harp and theremin to create haunting melodies. Ships in the Night’s recent album Latent Powers uncovers the cathartic strength within darkness. Latent Powers marks Ships in the Night’s debut for Cleopatra Records and was recently released on all digital and streaming platforms.
Cashapp: $AliseKing | Instagram: @alisekingmusic
Alise King is a multi-award-winning R&B soul artist who has opened for the likes of the iconic Chaka Khan, legendary Aretha Franklin, and trailblazing George Clinton, along with Bobby Brown, Kelly Price, Dru Hill, Michel'le, and Chanté Moore, just to name a few. Alise has toured state to state sharing her musical talent. She is a powerhouse vocalist with impeccable stage presence, the true embodiment of soul. Alise refers to herself as a D.I.V.A. (Divine Instrument Vocalizing [her] Ability), which is to use her gift of song to spread love, joy. and happiness to people around the world!
Jack Tracy is an LGBTQ+ pop/R&B recording artist known for high octane dance numbers (think Janet) and an eclectic range of music styles. He also produces 4 LGBTQ+ music showcases monthly in New York including "Just The Tips" at The Rosemont.
Come on down to Park Slope’s 5th Avenue to enjoy a cross-section of the borough’s business, community, and city-wide organizations. In addition to the vendors, there will be a fabulous entertainment stage at 4th Street displaying local, national, and international talent! Furthermore, at Old Stone House / J.J. Byrne Park, 5th Ave. between 3rd & 4th Streets, we will have our Family Fun Zone that features family activities, music, face painting, arts & crafts, story-time, and more!
Registration for 2022 Brooklyn Pride Festival tables is open via Clear Channel’s form (pdf).
The 2022 Main Stage will feature hip-hop, rock, drag performers and more! See the full list of 2022 performers here. The Main Stage performances will go until 6PM.
Begin your Brooklyn Pride in Prospect Park for everyone’s favorite queer running event – the Brooklyn Pride LGBTQIA+ 5K presented by Maimonides Medical Center. The event is returning to the usual format: sign up now!
This year, the film will be Sing, beginning with pre-show entertainment. Gotham Cheer will teach us to bring out our Brooklyn Pride spirit and the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) will lead Movie Tunes Singalong for the whole family.
Bring your picnic blanket or chair, friends, and family to enjoy the evening! The outdoor movie will start at 8:30PM.
Come celebrate PRIDE with the Brooklyn Cyclones at Maimonides Park! The first 2,000 fans will receive a Pride Jersey.
Produced and hosted by Lois Thompson, featuring headliner Pat Brown and comedians Calvin Cato, Dana Friedman, Jay Jurden and Nica Russell.
Play an American classic and favorite of risk loving thrill seekers across the nation, BINGO! Along with the chance to win you'll watch a hysterical interactive performance led by a professional emcee and a cast of bingo-loving drag queens.
Hosted by Linda Simpson
Opening Brooklyn Pride Week, Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Brooklyn Pride and AHF honors some of Brooklyn’s distinguished LGBTQIA+ Community. A reception follows this event.
Calling all youth! Youth Pride is June 12th, 2022 from Noon-5pm at Borough Hall/Columbus Park. Want to perform? Join the mini-ball? We welcome submissions from across the entertainment spectrum and encourage participation from all populations. Deadline is May 21st 2022. Join here.
Registration for 2022 Brooklyn Pride via Clear Channel’s form (pdf).