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Celebrate Pride Month in OKC

courtesy OKC Pride Alliance

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It’s #PrideMonth in OKC and metro organizations are celebrating in support of the LGBTQ+ community! Here are family-friendly events happening in the Oklahoma City metro, plus date night ideas.

June 1

Pride on 9th in Automobile Alley (25 NW 9th St) features Pride-themed drinks, eats, giveaways, dancing, photo shoots, art and more. Free to attend. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

FREE OKC Pride Alliance Annual Pride Month Opening Ceremonies at Oklahoma Contemporary (11 NW 11th St) features a community gathering to celebrate the beginning of Pride Month with guest speakers, information about Pride Month and more. 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

June 2

FREE Pride on 39th in Oklahoma City (39th St and Classen Blvd) features a parade in the historic 39th St District, starting at 39th St and Classen Blvd and heading West down 39th St to Youngs Blvd. 6 p.m.

June 7-9

Rent at OKC Farmers Public Market (311 S Klein) features a production of the Jonathan Larson rock musical. Best suited for ages 16 & up. $48 & up. Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.

June 14

FREE PRIDE! on the Plaza in the Plaza District (1700 block of NW 16th) features an evening of music, dance, art and community to honor love, diversity and equality. 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

June 21

Sip & Stroll Pride Night at the OKC Zoo (2000 Remington Pl) features exclusive experiences such as specialty drinks and free rides on the Endangered Species Carousel. For ages 21 & up. $17 & up. 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

June 22

Love Run at Social Capital (517 S Hudson Ave) features a 5K & 10K race and post-race festivities to celebrate the spirit of inclusivity. Rainbow costumes are encouraged. Benefits Sisu Youth Services. $35 & up. 8 a.m.

June 26

FREE Youth Pride Nights at Factory Obscura (25 NW 9th St) features an inclusive night with special guests and community partners. For safety,  Stonewall Security will be on site for the duration of the event. This event is designed with teens in mind, but youth of all ages are welcome (with their grown-ups, if needed). 7-9 p.m.

June 28-30

FREE OKC PrideFest & Parade at Scissortail Park (415 S Robinson Ave) features a three-day festival with art, music, a parade and more. The annual Pride Alliance downtown Pride Parade will take place at 11 a.m. on Sunday. See website for a complete schedule of events.

 

If you are looking for even more Pride Month events, check out our searchable calendar

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