
NYC Pride 2026: Your Guide to Pride Month Events in New York City
New York City Pride returns in June 2026 with a full slate of marches, festivals, parties, and community gatherings honoring LGBTQIA+ history, resilience, and joy. As the birthplace of the modern Pride movement, NYC once again hosts one of the world’s largest and most meaningful Pride celebrations.
Below are the official NYC Pride events plus additional confirmed Pride happenings for 2026, all verified and scheduled.
Official NYC Pride 2026 Events
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: Step-off at 12:00 PM
Route:
Starts at 26th Street & 5th Avenue
Disperses at 15th Street & 7th Avenue
Cost: Free to attend
The iconic NYC Pride March remains one of the largest LGBTQIA+ demonstrations in the world, tracing its roots back to the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. Millions of spectators and marchers gather to celebrate visibility, activism, and community.
For those watching from home, the march will again be broadcast live on WABC‑7 and ABC.com.
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: 4th Avenue, from 14th Street to Astor Place
Cost: Free
PrideFest is the largest LGBTQIA+ street festival in the U.S., featuring:
Community and nonprofit organizations
LGBTQIA+-owned small businesses
Food vendors and bars
Live performances across multiple stages
Family‑friendly programming and wellness resources
PrideFest runs concurrently with the Pride March, making it easy to experience both in one day.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: South Street Seaport, Pier 16
Cost: Free (RSVP required)
Youth Pride is a dedicated, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 13–24 and their allies. The block‑party‑style event includes performances, games, free food, and access to gender‑affirming and mental‑health resources.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location: Begins near Washington Square Park
Cost: Free
The Dyke March is a grassroots, non‑corporate march celebrating lesbian, queer, and trans visibility. No floats, no sponsors -- just community and protest energy in the heart of Greenwich Village.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location: New York City (venue announced by organizers)
Cost: Ticketed
Planet Pride is NYC Pride’s flagship nightlife fundraiser, featuring internationally known DJs, immersive production, and proceeds benefiting LGBTQIA+ organizations. This is one of the biggest Pride dance events in the city.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: Afternoon–Evening
Location: West Harlem Piers
Cost: Free
Harlem Pride celebrates Black LGBTQIA+ culture with live music, performances, food vendors, and community resources, highlighting voices and leadership from Harlem and beyond.
Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Location: Citi Field
Cost: Ticketed (special Pride offer available)
The New York Mets’ annual Pride Night features themed entertainment, Pride merchandise, and post‑game Pride fireworks. A portion of ticket proceeds supports NYC Pride initiatives.
StuyTown Pride
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Location: StuyTown Oval
Cost: Free
StuyTown’s Pride Parade & Concert Celebration brings the community together for a joyful, high‑energy event honoring both Pride Month and Juneteenth. The festivities kick off at 5:30pm with a vibrant parade welcoming LGBTQ+ residents, allies, friends, and family, marching from the 1st Avenue & 22nd Street entrance to Peter Cooper Road and ending at the StuyTown Fountain. After the parade, the celebration continues on the StuyTown Lawn with a live concert featuring the New York Gay Men’s Chorus, filling the neighborhood with music, color, and community spirit. The evening wraps up with an after‑party at Rosemary’s, hosted in their pantry‑style speakeasy -- an inviting spot to keep the celebration going while uplifting voices, honoring history, and celebrating unity.
Written by Sabrina Rollings