5 Pride Month Events To Hit Up In Houston

A large city like Houston is always identified by its vast and diverse set of cultures. This city is home to so many people from different walks of life. Every turn you make you will see the opportunity to indulge in activities, food, or ventures you may have never been a part of. With that being said, Pride Month is quickly approaching and the celebrations are starting to form. June is looking to be a month full of festivities and love. There are so many different local events that you can attend throughout this pride season to show your allyship and support of the LGBTQ community. From pop up market places to entertaining drag shows to amazing fashion shows, here are 5 pride events you do not want to miss this June.

Pride At Lyric Market

Let’s start off with one of the most fabulous event spaces and dining/bar halls in Houston. Lyric Market is holding a drag show on Saturday, June 28th. This show serves as the perfect pre-festive snack as it takes place at 4pm-6pm on pride Saturday just before all of the night time festivities start to roll in. This show is hosted by a rising star in the drag scene, Miss Goldi Luxx, as she is joined by two wonderful entertainers in Maria Maria and Glitter Lxve Larue. This is to be a show you do not want to miss.

The Lyric Market will also be providing a full day’s worth of specials, and LGBTQ+ vendors. The upscale food hall is ready to welcome the people of Houston to a bright, fun, and exciting pride weekend. This event is open to all ages.

Details:

• Date & Time: June 28th from 4 PM to 6 PM
• Address: 411 Smith St, Houston, TX 77002

Social Beer Garden

Another hot spot for entertainment, drinks, and vibes is also holding a drag show in June. I am of course talking about Social Beer Garden. Social Beer Garden is known for constantly having great events always going on and on Saturday, June 14th at 11pm it’s holding a drag show including some of Houston’s best dancing divas. This will be a show full of splits, kicks, drops and stunts. Hosted by the always delightful Iris Seymour!

Social Beer Garden is a hot spot for social gatherings and events, and there will be vendors and markets open before the show starts, as well as a long list of events happening before showtime. You can grab yourself something to eat before being dazzled by the beauties and bombshells on stage. So don’t miss out! This event is 21+.

Details:

• Date & Time: June 14th from 11 PM
• Address: 3101 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX 77004

Montrose Collective Presents: Pride at the Paseo

Giving you both dinner, a market, and a show is the Montrose Collective for the Annual Pride at the Paseo on Saturday, June 14th. This event showcases many local markets and eateries specials all day. With these restaurant and retail specials going on, plus a showtopping drag show hosted by Sinema LaRue at 6pm, Pride at the Paseo definitely is the place to be. Come vibe to unbeatable beats and browse a prideful selection of markets highlighting LGBTQ+ makers and artists.

The Montrose Collective is located in the heart of Montrose and provides a great place to shop, eat, and unwind. In the middle of all of these stores and dining options is a beautiful paseo where the DJ will make sure the vibes stay just right. Queens, food, and good deals, what else can you ask for? This event is open to all ages.

Details:

• Date & Time: June 14th from 4 PM to 8 PM
• Address: 888 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006

Pride Houston Presents: Rock the Runway

If you are looking for fashion with a statement look no further than Pride Houston’s annual Rock the Runway on Wednesday, June 25th . This event is a fashion show that highlights LGBTQ+ designers, models, DJs and much more! Beautiful Models walking the runways in this year’s haute styles. Casual wear, ladies evening wear, and much more! This event is welcome to all ages. This is an event you won’t want to miss.

Rock the Runway will take place at Warehouse Live, providing a cool modern and sleek aesthetic to an already eclectic show. If you are a fashion admirer and are looking for a fun way to celebrate pride, this fashion show is just the place for you. There is no better way to celebrate this vibrant season than with some sick locally designed fashion.

Details:

• Date & Time: June 25th from 7 PM
• Address: 813 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003

The Pride Houston Parade and Festival

How can we not include this annual event? Arguably one of the top LGBTQ events of the year by one of the top organizations of Houston. Pride Houston 365 throws the Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 28th. This is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Both the parade and the festival will be showcasing many LGBTQ+ Markets, Entertainers, Vendors, and important people in our community. This is the ultimate place to be at when celebrating pride taking place in the heart of Houston. Here you will find everything under the sun that you need to make sure you have the complete pride experience. This is also a day long event, so you can plan to come by the festival any time. This event is open to all ages.

The Annual Pride Parade and Pride Festival of Houston is a big part of our pride celebrations in the city. It is the heart of pride, and a reminder that love always wins. It’s important to remember as well that there are many more events going around the city all month long. June is a month-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ culture and history. It’s important for everyone, both people a part of the community and allies to support and show love for all these events!

Details:

• Date & Time: June 28th from 11 AM to 10 PM
• Address: 901 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002

In conclusion there are so many fun and exciting ways to celebrate pride month this year. Whether you want to watch a dazzling show, party and vibe or support local businesses, there is something for everyone and anyone this June. Pride is all about celebration, visibility, and togetherness. Remember, when love wins, we all do.