San Diego Pride 2024: parade, dates and events

San Diego hosts its legendary annual gay Pride festival in July each year to celebrate with the local LGBTQ+ community. The celebration takes place over a number of days and attracts tens of thousands of people.

San Diego Pride 2024

San Diego Pride Festival, the city's largest 2-day LGBTQ+ event, takes place on July 20-21, 2024, at Marston Point, Balboa Park. The festival features top LGBTQ+ entertainment, interactive exhibits, cultural presentations, and community resources. Early bird tickets are available, with free entry for youth and discounts for seniors. VIP passes offer exclusive benefits like catered food, premium views, and more. The festival promotes inclusivity and celebration, welcoming everyone to join the vibrant festivities.

San Diego Pride history

San Diego Pride began in 1974. It hosts annual events like the Pride Parade and Festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of participants. San Diego Pride also engages in year-round education, advocacy, and outreach to support and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. Their mission is to create a world free of prejudice and bias, ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all.

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