Pride Festival of Central PA

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

Frank Pizzoli reading: Passionate Outlier: Gay Writers and Allies on Their Work
2025-07-26 14:00 - 15:30 | 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

The Official Pride Dance Party
2025-07-26 20:00 - 2025-07-27 02:00 | HMAC, 1110 N. Third St,, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Pride After-Party with headliner Sam Star!

Spirits United Interfaith Pride Service
2025-07-27 18:00 | St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 626 Williams Grove Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA, 17055, United States
Fellowship with members of the LGBTQIAA+ community from various faith backgrounds in song, prayers, and words of inspiration and encouragement!

DC Live! Summer Series supports PRIDE NIGHT
2025-08-01 19:00 | Riverfront Park, 701 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
🎉🌈 Get ready for a legendary night of music, pride, and celebration! 🌈🎉
Join us on Friday, August 1st at beautiful Riverfront Park in Harrisburg, PA, for PRIDE NIGHT, proudly supported by the Dauphin County Concert Series! 🌟
✨ FREE general admission – bring your friends, your energy, and your love! VIP tickets are available for those who want the ultimate experience.
🎟️ $10 VIP includes early entry with reserved front of stage viewing area
🎤 Live performances by:
🌟 Thelma Houston – GRAMMY Award-winning icon and Masked Singer Runner-Up, ready to bring the house down with her powerhouse vocals!
🌟 Thea Austin – The unmistakable voice behind the global hit “Rhythm Is a Dancer” – get ready to dance the night away!
🎤 Plus, a special performance by rising pop sensation, local favorite, Natalie Ness!
🕖 Doors open at 7 PM – and trust us, you won’t want to miss a minute of this!
Whether you’re dancing under the stars or soaking in the vibes with your community, PRIDE NIGHT is where the magic happens. Let’s come together, celebrate love, and show that in Central PA because ain’t no stopping us now!

Hollywood Casino hosts The Edwards Twins for Pride Festival of Central PA
2025-09-06 17:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, 777 Hollywood Blvd, Grantville, PA, 17028, United States
In support of the Pride Festival of Central PA, Holloywood Casino is hosting The Edwards Twins on the H Stage with local singing drag queens and kings during personality changes

Join the DJ upstairs in the Sky Lounge
The Sky Lounge will feature music and performances from the DJ and our singing queens and kings along with four drag performers.
General Admission (Pride Ambassador) tickets: Access to Sky Lounge + $10 slot play card.
Golden Circle (Lizzie Beaumont) VIP Silver Chalice tickets: Bullpen seating at show. Access to Sky Lounge with 2 drink coupons + $10 slot play card.
Golden Circle (Betty Whitecastle) VIP Gold Nugget tickets: Front of stage seating at show. Access to Sky Lounge with 4 drink coupons + $10 slot play card.
Dress in your most fabulous threads and compete for prizes in these categories:
RAVISHING RED CARPET: Swish up your swank and put on the ritz with lux tuxes and gorgeous gowns.
CLASSIC CHARACTER COSTUME: Fidelity is the name of the game: Don the persona of your favorite movie character.
EPIC HOLLYWOOD ORIGINAL: Free your mind and blow us away with the amazing products of your creative imagination.
Value of the winning prize for each category: $100 in slot play courtesy of Hollywood Casino!

Pride Festival - Community Meeting
2025-10-08 19:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Please join us for a Community Meeting to give feedback on the 33rd Pride Festival of Central PA.
Meeting will be held at Cielo lounge/deck at 704 Lounge.

Pride Tea Dance October
2025-10-12 16:00 - 20:00 | HMAC, 1110 N. Third St,, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Enjoy the Tea Dance entertainment this month with DJ Kuhmelion!
$5 cover. Cash at door or Ticket.

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl – Harrisburg
2025-10-31 16:00 - 2025-11-01 23:30
Two nights of WICKED good fun.

October 31, 4PM – 12AM
November 1, 4PM – 12AM

Featured image is for the Mid-party fundraiser site on Oct 31.
The Pride Festival of Central PA has a limited number of tickets that will directly benefit Pride Festival that may be purchased on-line and may also be sold for cash at several venues over the next few weeks for $15.
You will receive ticket(s) from the Pride Festival of Central PA. You will not need these except as a verification that your order was processed.
We will enter your information and you will receive an email from Eventbrite with the subject –
Order Confirmation for The Official Halloween Bar Crawl (Fri & Sat) – Harrisburg.
This email will have a link to the ticket with the QR code that you will need for check-in. View and save your tickets before the event
Go to My Tickets
Access your tickets in the Eventbrite app before your event, and add them to your phone’s digital wallet for the fastest entry!
Tickets are good for both nights!
Thank you for supporting the Pride Festival of Central PA!!!

Bars on both nights of the Halloween Crawl include:

704 Bar
Brownstone Lounge – Mid-party site, 7PM – 9PM
JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
Karma
Nocturnal – After-Party site, 10PM – 12AM
The Vegetable Hunter
Zembie’s Sports Tavern
Zeroday Brewing Company Taproom – Check-in site, 4PM – 6PM

Don’t miss out on the hottest Halloween event of the year! Get your tickets now, dress to scare, and let the hauntingly good times roll! 👻

👻 Let’s Get Spooky! 👻
🧛 Join The SCARIEST BAR CRAWL EVER!
🍻 2-3 DRINKS OR SHOTS INCLUDED!
🚫 NO COVER AT ALL BARS, MID PARTY, & AFTER PARTY
🥤 CRAWL WITH US STADIUM CUP AND BOTTLE OPENER LANYARD!
🍻 EXCLUSIVE DRINK SPECIALS
😋 FOOD SPECIALS AT PARTNER VENUES!
📸 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS!
🔥 AWESOME AFTER PARTY!
🎟️ CUSTOM HALLOWEEN BADGE WITH VOUCHERS
💰 $1,000 NATIONAL COSTUME CONTEST

Harrisburg’s Halloween Crawl with US

Second Sunday in the City
2025-11-09 16:00 - 20:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
NOTE: Venue change to 704 Cielo lounge for this month!!
Dannce party @ HMAC – This month only @ 704 Cielo Lounge
November music by DJ Dann & DJ Karl!
$5 cover

Community Skate
2025-12-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympic Skating Rink, 60 E. Shady Lane, Enola, PA, 17070, United States
Hosted by Betty Whitecastle!

Second Sunday in the City
2025-12-14 16:00 - 20:00 | HMAC, 1110 N. Third St,, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Dance Party @ HMAC
December music by DJ Michael J!
$5 cover

Second Sunday in the City Dance Party
2026-01-11 16:00 - 20:00 | HMAC, 1110 N. Third St,, Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States

Second Sunday in the City Dance Party
2026-03-08 16:00 - 20:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States

Lighting the Way to Pride 5
2026-03-28 20:00 | Karma Entertainment Complex, 706 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, 17102, United States
Join us at the halfway point to the Pride Festival for an amazing night with the 14th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 9 winner winner, Angeria Paris VanMichaels!

VIP tickets – Meet & Greet experience includes your M&G with Angeria Paris VanMichaels, 1 drink ticket ($5 value), exclusive VIP bar access, and food and snacks!
Benefiting the Pride Festival of Central PA 2026!

2nd Sunday in the City Dance Party
2026-04-12 16:00 - 20:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States

Pride Bowling Party
2026-04-25 21:00 - 23:59 | ABC West Lanes, 6454 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsbug, PA, 17050, United States

Second Sunday in the City Dance Party “Celebration of Mother’s Day” May
2026-05-10 16:00 - 20:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music and movement! Step into an electrifying atmosphere filled with great vibes, soulful beats, and a vibrant crowd ready to dance the afternoon into evening. Whether you’re celebrating with Mom, friends, or just bringing your own beautiful energy, this is the place to be.

DAME GLENDA Memorial Tour Pride Benefit Show
2026-05-29 22:00 - 23:59 | 704 Lounge, 704 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, United States
🌈✨ Get ready for a night of power, pride, and unforgettable performances! ✨🌈
Expect fierce talent, stunning artistry, and a night that honors pride while giving back. This is more than a show — it’s a movement, a tribute, and a celebration you won’t want to miss. 💖🔥

PRIDE NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK
2026-06-03 18:30 - 22:00 | Harrisburg Senators FNB Field, 245 Championship Way, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
“It’s Pride Night at the ballpark, and we’re here to celebrate love, inclusivity, and support for the LGBTQ+ community! Join us for a night filled with exciting activities, great baseball, and moments that highlight the beauty of diversity and unity”.
Get your tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Pridefestival0603

Open Stage - The Boys In The Band
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Open Stage, 25 N Court Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
🌈 Join us for Pride Night at Open Stage on (June 5th) for The Boys in the Band!
When purchasing tickets, use promo code PRIDE — and $10 from every ticket sold with the code will benefit the Pride Festival. 🎭🏳️‍🌈
Tickets at https://ci.ovationtix.com/36407/production/1244604?performanceId=11659715

DAME GLENDA MEMORIAL TOUR PRIDE BENEFIT SHOW
2026-06-12 22:00 - 23:55 | 704 Lounge, 704 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

PRIDE SKATE
2026-06-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Olympic Skating Rink, 60 E. Shady Lane, Enola, PA, 17070, United States
Roll into joy, pride, and pure good vibes! 🌈✨Join us for an electrifying night of LGBTQIA+ roller skating, where the music is hot, the energy is high, and everyone belongs. All ages are welcome—whether you’re a pro on wheels or just finding your groove.
Come skate, celebrate, and shine—because pride looks better in motion!

June's Second Sunday in the City Dance Party
2026-06-14 16:00 - 20:00 | 704 Cielo Lounge/Deck, 704 N. Third St, Harrisburg, PA, United States
Get ready to move, celebrate, and give back! 🌈✨
Join us for an electrifying afternoon of music, community, and Pride! This high-energy event isn’t just a party—it’s a celebration with purpose, proudly benefiting the Pride Festival of Central PA.
Bring your friends, your best dance moves, and your brightest Pride spirit. 💃🕺

Pride Night at Sammy’s
2026-06-16 16:00 - 21:00 | Sammy’s Authentic Italian Restaurant, 502 N 3rd St., Harrisburg, 17101, United States
Celebrate love, community, and local pride at Sammys Authentic Italian Restaurant! Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and giving back — all benefiting the Pride Festival of Central PA. Come raise a glass, show your colors, and support a cause that brings our community together!

Harrisburg’s Gayest Happy Hour
2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:30
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 Central PA’s Pride Festival. Join us for a happy hour with some light hors-d’oeuvres and wine and some limited cocktail options. We will be featuring our favorite bartender, Robby and all proceeds will go to Central PA Pride Festival.

Ambassador Pageant
2026-06-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Capital City Music Hall, 234 N 2nd Street, Harrisburg, 17101
Join us for the dazzling and unforgettable evening of talent, glamour, and community spirit, all benefiting the Pride Festival of Central PA! Celebrate pride, empowerment, and local excellence while supporting a vibrant cause that uplifts and unites our community. Don’t miss the excitement, the crowns, and the celebration!
Get tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/still-here-still-proud-still-american-harrisburg-pennsylvania-06-26-2026/event/020064A4D7BA9236

Chase the Rainbow: Central PA Bar Crawl
2026-06-27 15:00 - 21:00
Central PA Pride Bar Crawl + Fruit Loop After Party
Saturday, June 27. 3-9 PM
TICKETS: $25.00

MUST BE 21+ to PARTICIPATE.
MUST HAVE VALID I.D. ON PERSON

PURCHASE BY MAY 31 FOR THE SPECIAL INTRO PRICE OF $20.
What happens when Harrisburg’s gay bars get together on a collab? One amazingly good time! Join us for a Harrisburg bar crawl to support Central PA Pride.
Chase the Rainbow throughout the city at an amazing lineup of Harrisburg’s best downtown and midtown bars and restaurants from 3-9 PM. 704, Karma, and the Brownstone will have special performances and shows throughout the day.
Participating venues include:

THE MILLWORKS. STURGES SPEAKEASY. 704 LOUNGE. STEALEY’S TAVERN.
McGRATHS. KARMA ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX. MAD MOOSE TAVERN. JB
LOVEDRAFT’S,. BROWNSTONE LOUNGE and other venues.

Then…
Stick around as the party shifts to the gay bars at 9 PM for the Pride “Fruit Loop” After Party. It’s one big, giant gay relay party between Karma, Brownstone, and 704 with shows, music, specialty cocktails, and a special 50/50 raffle. Bar Crawl ticket holders pay no cover and can gain an entry ticket for the Chase The Rainbow Raffle. Visit each of the three gay bars and triple your chances for winning the grand prize at midnight. It’s a great way to end National Pride Month and learn about all the upcoming events and activities for the Pride Festival of Central PA in July.
Ready to Chase the Rainbow?

DEV LIVE IN HARRISBURG
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Capital City Music Hall, 234 N 2nd Street, Harrisburg, 17101
Get ready to dance for a cause! We are beyond excited to announce that DEV is hitting the stage at Capital City Music Hall on July 18th!

18+ (Bring those IDs!) All proceeds benefit Pride Festival of Central Pennsylvania

Tickets on sale now at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0200648783064819

Pride Festival of Central PA 2026
2026-07-25 11:00 - 18:00 | Soldiers Grove, 400 Commonwealth Avenue, Harrisburg, PA, 17120, United States
Mark your calendar and join us for the 34th Pride Festival of Central PA at Soldier’s Grove on the official Christmas in July.
Happy Holigays!.
