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 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
Pride Prom at The Lipstick Lounge
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Pride Prom at The Lipstick Lounge will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. This event, presented by Music City PrEP Clinic, will feature fun music, dancing, and approximately 200 free floral gifts from Ann Smith Florist (first-come, first-served). Admission is $5. Guests must be 21 or older.
STRUT Nashville Pride Tea Dance with Sasha Colby
Saturday, June 6, 2026
The STRUT Nashville Pride Tea Dance with Sasha Colby will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 2:00pm to 9:00pm at Rosemary & Beauty Queen. Attendees can expect great music, live performances, guest speakers, and more. Tickets are $30+. Admission is 21 and over only.
Nashville Pride Turnabout
Friday, June 12, 2026
The Nashville Pride Turnabout is Friday, June 12, 2026, 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.
Nashville Pride Pageant
Sunday, June 14, 2026
The Nashville Pride Pageant is Sunday, June 14, 2026, beginning at 7:00pm at Play Dance Bar. The theme of this pageant is EXTRATERRESTRIAL, encouraging contestants to bring their most out-of-this-world looks and performances to the stage. There is a prepaid entry fee of $75 (after May 16, 2026, the entry fee will be $100).
Pride Deadlift Party
Saturday, June 20, 2026
The Pride Deadlift Party is Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 9:00am to noon at Crazy Gnome Brewery. This inclusive, no-weight-class lifting event will raise funds for Trans Aid Nashville, Nashville Launch Pad, and Healing in the Margins. Guests can expect great music and heavy pulls. Tickets are $60 to lift and $5 to attend. Admission is 18 and over only.
PubCrawls: Nashville Pride Bar Crawl
Saturday, June 20, 2026
The Nashville Pride Bar Crawl will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 4:00pm to 10:00pm. The bar crawl will begin at Live Oak and then continue to other bars in the area. Ticket prices start at $14.99. Admission is 21 and over only.
Nashville Pride Kick-Off Party
Thursday, June 25, 2026
The Nashville Pride Kick-Off Party is Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Virgin Hotel Nashville. Guests can expect an evening of live entertainment, a cash bar, and a chance to celebrate Pride weekend together. Tickets are $25 and will support Nashville Pride. Admission is 18 and over only.
Nashville Pride Festival + Parade
Saturday, June 27, 2026
The annual Nashville Pride Festival will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 11:00am to 9:00pm at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville’s historic Germantown neighborhood. Attendees can expect top-rated entertainment on multiple stages, a kids and family area, a youth area, community art installations, and over 225 vendors featuring local not-for-profits, artists, and businesses. The Pride Parade will also take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, beginning at 10:00am on Broadway in Downtown Nashville. Tickets start at $10, and all ages are welcome.
Pride Unleashed
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Pride Unleashed will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, beginning at 9:00pm at The Trimble. This event will celebrate Nashville Pride with no boundaries, labels, or limits. Ticket prices start at $25. Admission is 21 and over only.
Pride Pool Party at Drift Nashville
Sunday, June 28, 2026
The Pride Pool Party at Drift Nashville is Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will feature amazing music, refreshing cocktails, and an electric atmosphere that brings the community together for one final unforgettable moment of Pride weekend. Ticket prices start at $35. Admission is 21 and over only.
…More Nashville Pride Month Events
- Lady Gaga Pride Drag Brunch at The Lab at Zanies (8th Avenue South)
- Dolly Parton Pride Drag Brunch at The Lab at Zanies (8th Avenue South)
- Ivy Queen at Skydeck on Broadway (Downtown)
