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San Francisco Pride Guide 2026

All you need to know about SF’s massive festival and parade (June 27-28) plus tons of other events for Pride
By - posted 5/1/2026 No Comment

The San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is one of the largest LGBT gatherings in the nation. The two-day celebration is free and open to all. The Parade takes place on the last Sunday of June annually.

Our Pride Guide is a work in progress; we’ll continue to update this guide.

Pride Celebration and Rally
June 27-28, 2026 | 11am-6pm
Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
FREE

55th Annual SF Pride Parade and March
Sunday, June 28, 2026 | Starting at 10:30am
Market Street from Embarcadero / Beale to 8th Street ending at Civic Center
FREE

The Pride Parade begins Sunday morning at 10:30 am on Market Street at Embarcadero Plaza. The parade typically has over 250 contingents and lasts around 4 hours. Contingents step onto Market Street and proceed toward the Pride Celebration, ending around Market and 9th. The Grand Marshalls are Peaches Christ and Honey Mahogany.

With over 250 parade contingents and exhibitors, and 4-5 different stages (depending on the day), the San Francisco Pride Celebration and Parade remains the largest gathering of the LGBTQ+ community and allies in the nation.

San Francisco City Hall lights up for Pride

Typically, City Hall lights up in special lighting for Pride in June. Lighting schedule for June 2026 TBA.

Pride Comedy Guide

Funcheap is proud to present several FREE Pride comedy shows for 2026!

Thrive City Outdoor Free Pride Comedy Night 2026
Friday, June 5, 2026 at Thrive City/Chase Center | 5:30pm
FREE – RSVP

w/ Sister Roma, Akeem Woods (HBO), Emily Van Dyke (Punch Line), Justin Lucas (Bay Area Black Comedy Competition), Tammy TeaLove, Nola Bradley and more!

Please note, we’ll be updating our full guide for Pride. Here’s what took place in 2025 to get an idea of what to expect. Last updated 5/22/26.

Other Major 2025 Pride Events

Thanks to the San Francisco Planning Department for their help in compiling this list


Wednesday, October 7

2026 LGBTQIA+ Self-Defense Class: Sliding Scale (Oakland)
Wednesday, October 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*10 - 50 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of fundshttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DdEv2cCuEUq/?stkn=azV3Y3RwOTZwYnNi
 | Self Defense Studio
2026 LGBTQIA+ Self-Defense Class: Sliding Scale (Oakland)
Queer, trans, gay, lesbian, and allies, Self Defense Class Practice boundary setting, bystander intervention, de-escalation, and physical skills. This Level One Self Defense class is for folks who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies.   ...
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Tuesday, October 13

Franks Cabaret: A Good Ships Fundraiser
Tuesday, October 13 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*Sliding scale of $10-20
 | Irelands
Franks Cabaret: A Good Ships Fundraiser
Calling all unconventional conventionalists, Frank n Furter cordially invites you to his cabaret! Frank has decided to dabble in directing so what better chance to throw a party in his honor. Join us as for a night of spooky performances, including drag and live singing, ...

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Friday, October 23

“Science Is a Drag” Galactic Drag Show Under the Stars at Chabot (Oakland)
Friday, October 23 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $20*
*$20, 18+
 | Chabot Space & Science Center
"Science Is a Drag" Galactic Drag Show Under the Stars at Chabot (Oakland)
$20 Adults, 18+, $10 for Members Buy Tickets   Chabot’s annual drag show is BACK! Set your phasers to STUNNING and get ready for a night of salacious science, galactic gags, and queer joy. Host VERA! and a cast of kings, queens, and space royals will be serving ...
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Saturday, October 31

Halloween SF World Naked Bike Ride (Oct. 2026)
Saturday, October 31 – 10:00 am - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*A Big Smile & Some Wheels Are Your Ticket To The Fun! A Costume Will Make It More Festive!
 | Rincon Park
Halloween SF World Naked Bike Ride (Oct. 2026)
The creepy menace of “politics” & “ai” & “flock cams” political clowns got you down?  We’ve got just the right Big Pick Me Up Remedy, Treat & CureRx in store for you just before the Big S/Election coverage heats up! We’re putting our peds to the pedal & ...
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