When is Fort Lauderdale Pride?
The Fort Lauderdale metro area hosts two major Pride celebrations each year, giving you a reason to visit in both winter and summer.
Stonewall Pride — Wilton Manors (June 2026)
- Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 3 PM – 11 PM
- Location: Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors
- Details: The largest LGBTQ+ event in the Fort Lauderdale metro, drawing 50,000+ attendees. Features 8+ stages of live entertainment, 100+ vendors, and the Glow Night Parade at 8 PM. The entire Wilton Drive strip becomes a street festival, with 15+ bars open within the festival footprint.
- The Manor Complex hosts Pride Weekend Edition parties (June 18–21) with themed nights and guest DJs.
Pride Fort Lauderdale (February 2026)
- Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Location: Fort Lauderdale
- Details: An annual Pride parade and festival held on Valentine's Day weekend.
Other Major LGBTQ+ Events
- Lauderdale Tropical Bear Week — Late March/early April (March 31, 2026). Annual bear community gathering across Fort Lauderdale venues
- Bear Village / Horse Meat Disco — Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Richardson Historic Park, Wilton Manors. Outdoor bear and dance event
- Transgender Day of Visibility — March 31, 2026 at The Pride Center at Equality Park
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