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St. Pete Pride 2026
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 2026
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.
The Event
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates, Typically from Friday to Sunday at the end of June.
- Florida’s Largest LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration returns to St.Pete in June, 2026 with a series of concerts, festivals and parades.
- Events kick off with an opening night concert on Friday evening.
- Bayshore Drive is ideal for watching floats, community groups, and high-energy crowds.
- Alternatively, head to Vinoy Park for the finale, a great spot to watch the parade finish, catch the Trans March start, and be part of the closing moments of the festival.
St. Pete Pride Parade & Festival
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – St. Pete Pride Tampa festival draws around 100,000 marchers to the parade to North Straub and South Straub Park, as well as 350,000+ visitors enjoying the area’s clubs and beaches.
- The Festival will begin at 2 p.m. on both sides of the parade route. North Straub Park will have a variety of local vendors, food trucks, a DJ, and a beer garden.
- North and South Straub Parks will host the main entertainment stages. These are free events and open to the public.
- The Trans March will step off in Vinoy Park at 5:15 p.m., followed by the St. Pete Pride Parade – which steps off at 6 p.m. from Albert Whitted Park north to Vinoy Park along Bayshore Drive.
Sunday Pride Street Fair
- Sunday – Awaiting dates – From noon until 5 pm – St. Pete Pride’s popular Sunday Street fair is returning, bringing tens of thousands of all ages to the Grand Central District to enjoy block after block of entertainment, vendors, food, community partners, and interactive carnival games.
- With street performers and hundreds of participating businesses and organizations, there will be something for everyone. This is a free event and open to the public.
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!
Cocktail St Pete
- Throughout the month – Expect a month-long series of parties and events at Cocktails St.Pete, the home of The WET Pool Bar, The BackRoom and the Mari Jean Hotel.
- Enjoy block parties, several themed tea dances, charity bingo, boylesque shows and a main stage celebration and closing party.
- Major parties typically take place on the Saturday and Sunday leading up to the Pride weekend and during the Pride Parade.
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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Gay Map of St.Pete, Tampa, Florida
Arguably the largest and most popular gay destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the St. Petersburg region has a good mix of gay nightspots. The highest concentration is just west of downtown in the Grand Central District, but there are others in the beach communities and nearby cities of Clearwater and Dunedin. A mixture of artists, hipsters, visionaries, LGBTIs have reinvented St Pete and the balmy Florida air gives even the city’s oldest citizens a youthful vigor. booking.com our hotel partner .
501 5th Avenue Northeast, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Located along the Tampa Bay coast, this hotel features an on-site spa and heated pools. The Chihuly Collection glass sculpture museum and Museum of Fine Arts are 5 minutes' walk away.
All air-conditioned rooms include a work desk with ergonomic chair. Guests can enjoy pay-per-view movies, video games, and bottled water. Select rooms feature a sofa .
300 4th Street North, Saint Petersburg, Florida
This hotel is located in Saint Petersburg city center, only 900 m from North Shore beach. Free WiFi access and an indoor swimming pool are featured at the property.
A flat-screen cable TV, a desk, and a small refrigerator are included in all rooms at Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown. The non-smoking hotel also features suites with a sofa bed.
80 Beach Drive Northeast, Saint Petersburg, Florida
A 2-minute walk from the waterfront and the Museum of Fine Arts, this hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. It offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.
All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, DVD player, coffee maker, ironing facilities, and hairdryer. Each has a work desk and a private bathroom.
421 4th Avenue North, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Located in Saint centre, this hotel features an on-site and heated with a , and free WiFi. The is 1.6 km away.
A small refrigerator, microwave, and cable TV are featured in all rooms at Hotel Saint . Select rooms include a fully equipped kitchen and a large seating area with a sofa bed.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
This central location, recently remodeled and comfortable living space provide 2 bedrooms a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, 1 bathroom with shower. FREE WiFi
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
The apartment includes 1 bedroom and a living room with a TV. The accommodation is equipped with a full equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge. Bathroom with shower. Free WiFi, linens & towels, air conditioning
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
This 3 Bedroom apartment offers modern furnishings & decor, 2 flat-screen Smart TVs, dining table. Fully equipped kitchen, stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, Free WiFi, air conditioning,
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Fee WiFi, air conditioning and a garden
2355 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, United States
The Wet Spot is the perfect place to spend a sunny day, complate with a pool and a bar. What's not to love?
2-for-1 drinks from 12PM to 9PM every day!
2729 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Popular with the guys 30+, karaoke, good drink prices
The Garage On Central is a fun gay bar offering an outstanding choice of domestic and exotic drinks, exciting entertainment and friendly bartenders.
Whether you live in the neighborhood or you are here on vacation, The Garage is the place to be!
Monday-Friday 4pm-1am
Saturday & Sunday 1pm-1am
2355 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
St Pete's gay cocktail experience, Cocktail where you will get stiff drinks, hard liquor and raging good times.
Daily 12:00 AM - 3:00 AM
1110 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL (just across the bridge)
A stylish bar with a cozy vibe, perfect for those looking for fun without the club scene. Enjoy karaoke, drag shows, and guest DJs in a relaxed setting.
Highlights: Al-fresco seating, welcoming atmosphere, great for both day and night visits
Daily: Noon - 3 AM.
2760 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
Fun gay bar popular with locals
Lucky Star is The best-kept secret in the District! Great bartenders, cheap drinks with a "punch", a terrific patio and welcoming atmosphere. This is the neighborhood bar where everyone knows your name but where you will always meet someone new.
Daily 12:00 PM - 3:00 AM
2227 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida
drop in to find info on local events when you are in town
The LGBTQ Welcome Center opened in June 2014 in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District. Only the third in the nation. As a function of Metro Inclusive Health, serves the area as an LGBTQ visitors’ resource, coffee house, youth center (safe space), and provides a wide range of business resources, education activities and entertainment events.
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The Vinoy
4 Star The grand-dame
- 4 Star, Historic Hotel on Tampa Bay
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Air-conditioned, ergonomic chair
- Historic hotel with on-site spa, heated pools, close to museums, offering rooms with ergonomic workspaces and entertainment.
Hollander Hotel
3 Star, Luxury
- 3 Star, Boutique with Poolside Bar
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Refrigerator, microwave, cable TV
- Boutique hotel with heated outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, close to Dali Museum, rooms feature modern amenities.
Hampton Inn & Suites
3 Star – Great Amenities
- 3 Star, Pool and Fitness Center
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Spacious rooms, cable TV, WiFi
- Features an outdoor pool, fitness center, spacious air-conditioned rooms with modern facilities, and complimentary breakfast.
Hyatt Place
3 Star – Perfect Location
- 3 Star, Centrally Located, Pool
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Refrigerator, flat-screen TV
- Central location, close to major attractions, offers an outdoor pool, 24-hour dining, and rooms with modern amenities.
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