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Sunday, July 19, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
207 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Out & Abt brings its San Diego Pride pool party to the Hard Rock Hotel's rooftop dayclub on Sunday, July 19, 2026 — a Pride-weekend afternoon of DJs, dancing, and poolside crowds high above the Gaslamp Quarter. It's an easy way to cap off Pride weekend in the sun before the night parties kick in. Check the event page for the full DJ lineup, exact set times, and tickets.
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Sat, Jul 11
11 AM - 2 PM
Hillcrest
Annual Dyke March through Hillcrest on July 11 at 11am — centering LGBTQ+ women, nonbinary, and sapphic community a week before San Diego Pride weekend. Free.
Wed, Jul 15
7 PM - 8:30 PM
St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral
Free interfaith service kicking off San Diego Pride week at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral — LGBTQ+ faith leaders, music, and reflection on July 15 at 7pm.
Thu, Jul 16
4 PM - 2 AM
Hillcrest
The Hillcrest Block Party kicks off San Diego Pride July 16-17, 2026 - a 21+ two-night street party at the Hillcrest Pride Flag with DJs, drag, a Ferris wheel, and the Stonewall Rally.
Fri, Jul 17
6 PM - 7 PM
Hillcrest
Free rally opening San Diego Pride weekend on July 17 at 6pm in Hillcrest — speakers, live performances, and the Pride flag raising at 535 Robinson Ave.
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