Pride Festival of Central PA

Frank Pizzoli reading: Passionate Outlier: Gay Writers and Allies on Their Work
2025-07-26 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Pennsylvania State Library, 607 South Drive, Harrisburg, PA, 17120, United States
Award-winning local writer-journalist Frank Pizzoli will hold a special Pride Day reading and book signing of his new book Passionate Outlier: Gay Writers and Allies on Their Work at the Pennsylvania State Library, Law Reading Room, July 26, 2pm.

NOTE: No books will be available for purchase due to State rules. Please purchase beforehand from Rebel Satori Press

Pride Festival of Central PA
2025-07-26 11:00 - 18:00 | Soldiers Grove, 400 Commonwealth Avenue, Harrisburg, PA, 17120, United States
SAVE The DATE!

Pride Parade
2025-07-26 11:00 | PA
IMPORTANT:
Due to unforseen circumstances, the July 26 Pride Parade will now start at 11 AM. Check-in will now start at 9:00 AM.
Downtown Harrisburg route.
Starting on City Island and up Market, left onto 2nd Street, to North, then Front Street to end.

Candlelight Vigil
2025-07-24 19:00 | Italian Lake, Parkside Lane & Division St, Harrisburg, PA, 17110, United States
Celebrating all who have come before us and that we have lost

Zumba SIP Pride Party
2025-07-24 18:30 | Karma Entertainment Complex, 706 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
$5 class proceeds go to Pride Festival of Central PA

Another Pre-Pride DANNCE
2025-07-23 20:00 - 22:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Start your celebration of this week’s Pride Festival a few days early with a Pre-Pride DANNCE Party .
Celebrate with DJ Dann and members of the Pride Board.

No cover!

Nocturnal Gayme Night
2025-07-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Nocturnal, 236 N. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Let’s Play a Gayme!
Unlimited arcade play cards for the first 50 people!
5 – 7 p.m.

Zumba with PRIDE
2025-07-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Pennsylvania State Capitol building, 501 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17120, United States
Step up your exercising on the steps of the Pennsylvania State Capitol building!
Suggested Donation $10.

Pre-Pride Party at Karma
2025-07-19 20:00 - 23:59 | Karma Entertainment Complex, 706 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Kick off Pride week in Retro style!
Featuring Elliott with 2 T’s and local queens!
Retro Wardrobe contest!

Tie-Dye with Pride
2025-07-13 13:30 - 18:00 | The Meadow, 1126 N. 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
An inclusive, creative afternoon of color, connection, and celebration sponsored by Salutations Media Co. (SMC), Tie-Dye for Pride is a community art event and fundraiser designed to bring people together while supporting Pride initiatives in Central Pennsylvania. This event will be:

Open to the public with a suggested donation-based entry to benefit the Pride Festival of Central PA
BYOB (Bring Your Own Blank – or Beverage!)
Family-friendly and affirming for all identities

Participants are invited to bring their own clothing items to tie-dye ahead of our local celebrations.
There will also be a limited quantity and sizes of custom Pride-themed t-shirts available for purchase on-site.

50/50 Raffle
2025-07-12 00:00 - 2025-07-26 23:00 | Brownstone Lounge, 412 FORSTER STREET, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Cash prize of 50% of all money being collected at:
Brownstone Lounge July 18 – 26
Online ticketing now through Festival Day, July 26, at 10:30 PM
Info booth on the day of the festival.
You DO NOT need to be present to win!
Online purchases will have the Order information sent to you as confirmation. Physical tickets will have your order number written on them and added to the drawing.
We will have all of your contact information from your checkout for contact if you are the winner

Pride Night at Millworks
2025-07-10 16:00 - 22:00 | Millworks, 340 Verbeke St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Join us for Pride Night at Millworks!
A portion of all proceeds go to supporting the 2025 Pride Festival of Central PA!

Pride Ambassador Pageant
2025-06-27 19:00 - 22:00 | HMAC, 1110 N. Third St,, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States

Pride Night Dinner at Outback Steakhouse
2025-06-24 16:00 - 21:00 | Outback Steakhouse, 1201 Lower Allen Drive, Camp Hill, PA, 17011, United States
10% of what is spent before tax will be donated to the Pride Festival of Central PA on July 26.
Please download and print this Outback Steakhouse coupon that MUST be given to the server for the fundraiser.

The Official Pride Bar Crawl - Harrisburg
2025-06-21 16:00 - 22:00 | PA
Run by CRAWL WITH US.
Tickets may be purchased online at:
CRAWL WITH US for the Pride Festival of Central PA
Or
$20 at 704 Bar and Karma – CASH ONLY.

Starting point and check in: The Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center (H·MAC)
Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
Check in time: 4PM – 6PM
Crawl Time: 4PM – 10PM
Mid Party: 7PM – 9PM
Drag Show: 7PM at Brownstone
After Party: 10PM – 12AM at Nocturnal
🌟 JOIN THE PROUDEST BAR CRAWL EVER!
🍺🍹 2 COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS OR SHOTS!
💃 FREE COVER TO OUR DRAG SHOW! ($15 WITHOUT TICKET)
🥤 CRAWL WITH US STADIUM PARTY CUP! (FIRST 100 CHECK INS)
🍸 EXCLUSIVE DRINK SPECIALS!
🍭🍔 FOOD SPECIALS AT PARTNER VENUES!
🏰 WAIVED COVER AT ALL VENUES ($5-$15 AT SOME VENUES WITHOUT TICKET)
📸 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER!
🔥 AWESOME AFTER PARTY!
🌈 CUSTOM PRIDE BADGE WITH VOUCHERS

Harrisburg's Gayest Happy Hour
2025-06-19 17:30 - 19:30 | PA
Come out to Ben and Stephen’s new house in the hills for a “Gayest Happy Hour”..with a twist!
The twist is that we will be raising money for the Pride Festival of Central Pennsylvania. Join us for a happy hour with light hors-d’oeuvres, wine and limited cocktail options. We will be featuring our favorite bartender Robbie as well as entertainment by Betty Whitecastle and 2024 Pride Ambassador Miliana De’Nile (bring your ones, fives, tens…).
Address will be provided with ticket confirmation.
Contact ben@benallatt.com if additional information is needed.

Pride Night Dinner at Sammy's
2025-06-12 16:00 - 21:00 | Sammy’s Authentic Italian Restaurant, 502 N 3rd St., Harrisburg, 17101, United States
A percentage of your bill will will be donated to the Pride Festival on July 26.
Please download and print this Sammy’s coupon flier and present to your server, OR mention Pride night to the server.
Reservations suggested. BYOB.

Pride Night at the Harrisburg Senators vs. Reading Fightin Phils Game
2025-06-04 18:30 | FNB field, 245 Championship Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17111, United States
Come out to support the Senators and the Pride Festival of Central PA for the
Harrisburg Senators vs. Reading Fightin Phils
Tickets must be purchased through the following link to provide support. Thanks!
https://www.gofevo.com/event/Pridefestival6
Purchase Deadline: Jun 03, 2025 6:30 PM EDT

Eric's Old School Revival
2025-06-01 17:00 - 21:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Join Eric for a fun filled time of great music, food and prizes at the Cielo lounge and deck.
Featuring DJ Kuhmeleon playing your favorites and requests.
Benefits the Pride Festival of Central PA.

Pride Month Kick Off Party!
2025-05-10 22:00 | 704 Lounge, 704 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, United States
Starring: Aurora F. Sterling, Candiee Barr, Sara Casm, Megan Thomas, & Chase
50/50 raffle to benefit The Pride Festival of Central PA!
Show time at 10PM

Pride Bowling
2025-04-26 21:00 - 23:59 | ABC West Lanes, 6454 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsbug, PA, 17050, United States
Come join us for a pride fundraiser at ABC West Lanes for a fun night of bowling.

Community Skate
2025-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympic Skating Rink, 60 E. Shady Lane, Enola, PA, 17070, United States
Community Skate
hosted by
Betty Whitecastle

Lighting the Way to Pride 4
2025-03-29 20:00 | Nocturnal, 236 N. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
All the way from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17, Pride Festival of Central PA is proud to announce the Headliner for our Lighting The Way To Pride 2025 – CRYSTAL ENVY!!! A sparkling showstopper, known for her electrifying performances, jaw dropping looks, and quick wit. With a knack for mixing high-energy dance moves and theatrical flair, Crystal Envy knows how to keep every audience on the edge of their seats or up on their feet.
An icon with a love for pageantry and a flair for the fabulous, Crystal Envy has earned her share of crowns and even more hearts along the way. Whether she’s lip-syncing for the gods or commanding the stage with her larger-than-life presence, Crystal Envy brings charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent in spades. When Crystal Envy’s on stage, the world is her runway, and every performance is a reminder that life is better when it’s just a little extra.
Be sure to follow Crystal’s social media – @thecrystalenvy – on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube!
VIP ticket sales ends 3/29 at 6:00PM.
General Admission discount prices end 3/29 at 4PM. After that, price online and at door is $20.
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Show starts at 8:00 PM

A Dame Glenda Memorial Benefit for Pride
2025-02-01 22:30 | 704 Lounge, 704 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, United States
Hosted by Miliana De’nile
Special performances by Amishka De’nile, Jade DeVere, Regina Holiday and Poison!

A Dame Glenda Benefit for Pride
2025-01-18 21:00 | Brownstone Lounge, 412 FORSTER STREET, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Kim’s Thoroughly Wicked Birthday Party

M Brownstone Pageant
2024-12-14 20:00 | Brownstone Lounge, 412 FORSTER STREET, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
The biggest trainwreck of a drag pageant ever.

Dame Glenda Memorial Pride Tour
2024-11-17 16:00 | Brownstone Lounge, 412 FORSTER STREET, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Enjoy a Dame Glenda Memorial Pride Tour event at Brownstone Lounge!
Hosted by Pride Ambassador Miliana De’Nile.
Special Performances by Miss Misfit & Skarlet Overkill

LGBT Center’s Annual Fall Achievement Benefit (FAB!)
2024-11-02 18:00 - 23:30 | PA
Save the FAB date!
11/2/2024

It is that time of year again, the LGBT Center’s Annual Fall Achievement Benefit (FAB!) This year the Gala will be held November 2nd at the Hilton. Join us for our Annual Fall Achievement Benefit.
This will be a can’t miss event, a night of enchantment and elegance. Get your tickets now!
We will be recognizing members of our wonderful community for awards in the following categories:

Volunteer of the Year Award
Creatives for Change Award
Legacy Award
Movement Leadership Award

NOTE: Registration Deadline October 28th. Click the button to order your tickets.

All proceeds benefit The LGBT Center of Central PA

Get your tickets here!

Community Skate
2024-11-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympic Skating Rink, 60 E. Shady Lane, Enola, PA, 17070, United States
Hosted by Betty Whitecastle!
An afternoon of skating fun and great music!!
$10 suggested donation.
$2 skate rental.

Dame Glenda Memorial Pride Tour
2024-10-05 21:00 - 23:00 | 704 Lounge, 704 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, United States
Hosted by 2025 Pride Ambassador – Miliana De’nile
Performances by Betty Whitecastle, Jasmine LaBelle Houston, Amishka De’Nile
