Event Dates
From: Saturday, June 1, 2024
To: Sunday, June 30, 2024
St. Pete Pride Tampa festival draws around 100,000 marchers to the parade in downtown St. Petersburg’s Historic Grand Central District
St Pete Pride is Florida’s largest Pride celebration with events running throughout the month of June culminating in a weekend of parties and parades. Events kick off in late May with the Miss St Pete Pride Pageant followed by the Pride Kick-Off Party.
- Visiting St Pete for pride? Stay in the Sunset Beach area and enjoy the best hotels, great views and of course, the world famous sandy beach.
St. Pete Pride Parade
- Awaiting dates – St. Pete Pride Tampa festival draws around 100,000 marchers to the parade in downtown St. Petersburg’s Historic Grand Central District, as well as hundreds of thousands of visitors enjoying the area’s clubs and beaches.
- The parade has been moved to nighttime rather than its usual mid-day launch, giving attendees a relief from the heat and giving visitors more time to relax at BBQs, tailgates and parties during the day.
Pride Street Party
- Awaiting dates and venues
- The Pride street party runs from 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm – Venue to be confirmed.
- Typically held on the last Saturday Night of the event, the party includes DJs, live performances and a drag show.
- Enjoy a wide range of food and drink specials throughout the night.
Pride Pool Party
- Awaiting dates – The Hollander Hotel hosts the annual St Pete Pride Pool party from 3 pm until late. Enjoy poolside cocktails, dancing and sexy guys in speedos!
Gay Beach
- The LGBTI area of the St Petersburg Municipal Beach on Sunset Beach should definitely be on your “to-do” list. The long, pristine stretch of white sand is particularly popular on weekend afternoons as clubbers recover with a sun bathe and a refreshing dip. The city’s facilities include showers and toilets.
The Pink Palace
- Nicknamed The Pink Palace for its pink façade and grandeur architecture, The Don CeSar has welcomed guests since its opening in 1928.
- The hotel has recently been completely refurbished, offering some of the best views in St. Pete and has been a long-time ally of the gay community.
Recommended Hotels in St. Pete
Stay close to the pride parties and events at the following recommended hotels:
Hollander Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, The Vinoy
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