Pride Month is a month-long celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community that occurs each June. Nashvillians and beyond can expect a ton of fun events during the month, including concerts, parades, festivals, and more. These events are dedicated to uplifting LGBTQIA+ voices. Here is Nashville Guru’s guide to Pride Month in Music City.
If you’re looking for Pride apparel and merchandise, check out PrideBox, a Nashville-based LGBTQIA+ online shop!
Nashville Pride Month events
Bath and Body Nashville Pride Pool Party ft. Shea Couleé
Friday, May 30, 2025
Kick off Pride Month at The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels Nashville with a Bath and Body Nashville Pride Pool Party ft. Shea Couleé on Friday, May 30, 2025, from 6:00pm to 2:00am. Expect special guests like Shea Couleé, DJs, live entertainment, pop-up shops, a silent auction benefitting the Nashville Launch Pad, and more. Ticket prices start at $35. This event is 21 and over only.
Puttshack Nashville’s It Gets Better Fundraiser
Sunday through Monday, June 1-30, 2025
Puttshack Nashville will be hosting a fundraiser during the entire month of June 2025, benefiting its national partner, It Gets Better, a nonprofit organization with a mission to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ youth around the globe. During that time, 20% of each 9-hole mini golf game booked through www.puttshack.com/pride will be donated to benefit this important cause.
Big Drag Bus Brunch at W Nashville
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Celebrate Pride at W Nashville’s PRIDE Drag Brunch on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Hosted at The Restaurant at W Nashville, this event will feature a high-energy lineup of performances by queens from Big Drag Bus, plus a live DJ. Guests can expect a seafood and raw bar, house-made pastries, brunch classics and signature cocktails. Reservations are strongly encouraged and available here.
Pride at PROOF
Thursday, June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025
Pride at PROOF will occur every Thursday in June of 2025, from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. This community celebration will include live music, drink specials, and good vibes. This event is free and open to the public.
Garage Gays: Nashville’s Queer Comedy Showcase
Friday, June 6, 2025, and Friday, June 20, 2025
Garage Gays: Nashville’s Queer Comedy Showcase is Friday, June 6, 2025, and Friday, June 20, 2025, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Bobby Hotel Garage Bar. This event will feature unfiltered laughs, ice-cold drinks, and a lineup of Nashville’s top queer comedy talent. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 and over only.
Pride Deadlift Party
Saturday, June 7, 2025
The Pride Deadlift Party is Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00am to noon at Music City Muscle. This inclusive, no-weight-class lifting event will raise funds for Trans Aid Nashville and Nashville Launch Pad. Guests can expect great music, prizes, and heavy pulls. Tickets are $60 to lift and $15 to attend. Admission is 18 and over only.
Pride Full Moon Night Swim
Friday, June 13, 2025
The Pride Full Moon Night Swim is Friday, June 13, 2025, from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at W Nashville. Expect a vibey scene and live DJ set under the full moon. Ticket prices start at $10. Admission is 21 and over only.
Nashville Pride Turnabout
Friday, June 13, 2025
The Nashville Pride Turnabout is Friday, June 13, 2025, beginning at 7:00pm at Play Dance Bar. This event will feature Nashville Pride community members dressed up and performing. All proceeds and tips will support Nashville Pride.
Commons Club Drag Brunch
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Enjoy Drag Brunch at Commons Club, located at Virgin Hotels Nashville, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from noon to 3:00pm. This brunch, hosted by Vidalia Anne Gentry, will feature bottomless mimosas, delicious dishes, and Nashville’s best queens. Reservations are encouraged.
Nashville Pride Pageant
Sunday, June 15, 2025
The Nashville Pride Pageant is Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm at Play Dance Bar. The theme of this pageant takes inspiration from the grandeur and mystique of ancient Egypt, specifically the powerful figures of royalty who shaped its history. There is a prepaid entry fee of $50.
Nashville Pride Spiritually Night
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
The Nashville Pride Spiritually Night is Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at Wrightman Chapel. This annual event celebrates the LGBTQ community’s worth, value, and sacredness as people of faith.
Bark & Bougie: A Drag Show Paw-ty
Sunday, June 22, 2025
The Bark & Bougie: A Drag Show Paw-ty is Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Urban Dog Bar. This event will feature performances by Jasmine St. James, Penny Vain, Michelle La Croix Dupree, and Giselle. Guests can expect an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, drink specials, and a doggy drag costume contest. The cost is $45 for non-members and $35 for members. Admission is 18 and over only.
Nashville Pride Kick-Off Party
Thursday, June 26, 2025
The Nashville Pride Kick-Off Party is Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at W Nashville. This event will feature performances from Carnelian Clinique, Trey Alize, Justine Van de Blair, Coqueta, and Nina Wes. Tickets are $25 and will support Nashville Pride. Admission is 18 and over only.
Pushups + Prosecco x Diskin: PRIDE Yoga
Saturday, June 21, 2025
The Pushups + Prosecco x Diskin: PRIDE Yoga event is on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11:00am to 12:30pm at Diskin Cider. This class will be donation-based and net proceeds will benefit Just Us at Oasis Center. Make sure to bring a yoga mat and a bottle of water. Attendees must be 21 and over only.
PubCrawls: Nashville Pride Bar Crawl
Saturday, June 21, 2025
The Nashville Pride Bar Crawl will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 4:00pm to 10:00pm. The bar crawl will begin at Live Oak and then continue on to other bars in the area. Ticket prices start at $14.99+. Admission is 21 and over only.
Harriet’s Pride Brunch
Friday through Sunday, June 27-29, 2025
Harriett’s Pride Brunch will take place Friday through Sunday, June 27-29, 2025, from noon to 4:00pm. Guests can expect rooftop vibes, skyline views, and a brunch menu with festive specials. All proceeds from the weekend of the specialty PRIDE cocktail, In My Nature, will be donated to Nashville CARES.
Nashville Pride Festival + Parade + Concert
Friday through Sunday, June 27-29, 2025
The annual Nashville Pride Festival will occur on Saturday and Sunday, June 28–29, 2025, at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It’s the biggest LGBTQIA+ event in Tennessee, with over 100,000 people expected. A special Friday Night Concert on Friday, June 27, 2025, will feature Kim Petras, Estelle, Empress Of, and Kylie Sonique Love, hosted by The Princess. The Pride Parade takes place Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 10:00am, starting at Broadway and 8th Avenue. Tickets start at $10, and all ages are welcome.
Dates & Times
- FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT: Friday, June 27, 2025 | 6:00pm to 11:00pm
- PARADE: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | begins at 10:00am
- FESTIVAL: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 11:00am to 9:00pm
- FESTIVAL: Sunday, June 29, 2025 | 11:00am to 7:00pm
Pink Pony Pride After Party
Saturday, June 28, 2025
The Pink Pony Pride After Party is Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 8:00pm to 3:00am at Play Dance Bar. This celebratory event will feature amazing live performances. General admission tickets are $22. Guests must be 18 and over only.
Pride Festival After Party
Saturday, June 28, 2025
The Pride Festival After Party is Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 8:00pm to 11:00pm at Blueprint Underground Cocktail Club. This event will feature a show, hosted by Venus Ann Serena and co-host Gage Briney, that’s bursting with bold energy, fierce talent, and unapologetic glam. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 and over only.
Just Us Pride Run
Monday, June 30, 2025
The Just Us Pride Run is Monday, June 30, 2025, at 6:00pm at Monday Night Brewing. This run is donation-based and will benefit Just Us at Oasis Center, which provides a collection of positive youth development programs and mental health services specifically focusing on LGBTQ+ youth.
Eat & Drink Specials
W Nashville
- Dates: the entire month of June 2025
- Where: W Nashville | Gulch
- Specials: Available at PROOF, The Living Room, and The Restaurant at W Nashville, the Love on Top cocktail (a fun take on a raspberry daiquiri garnished with a rainbow sour strip for a festive touch) is a drink that gives back! The hotel will donate a portion of the proceeds from this cocktail to the TN Pride Chamber.
Virgin Hotel Nashville
- Dates: the entire month of June, July, and August 2025
- Where: Virgin Hotel Nashville | Midtown
- Specials: This summer, Virgin Hotel Nashville will be offering specialty cocktails at their bars with a portion of proceeds from each featured cocktail going to Trans Life Line.
Pont Neuf
- Dates: the entire month of June 2025
- Where: Pont Neuf | The Nations
- Specials: During the entire month of June, Pont Neuf will donate 10% of sales from their new Side Note menu to the Nashville Launch Pad, which provides shelter for LGBTQ+ young adults.
SusieCakes Pride Month Sweets
- Dates: the entire month of June 2025
- Where: SusieCakes | Green Hills
- Specials: Celebrate Pride Month with a colorful Pride Rainbow Cupcake 7-box ($41.93) or a Rainbow Shag Cake ($76.99). Customers must give a 24-hour notice for either confection.
More events will be added as they are announced! Is a fun Pride event missing? Let us know in the comments below!
