Event Dates
From: Saturday, June 27, 2026
To: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Twin Cities Gay Pride 2026
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul celebrate Gay Pride each June attracting more than 400,000 visitors to the city during a week of events.
Twin Cities Gay Pride 2026
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul celebrate Gay Pride each June attracting more than 400,000 visitors to the city during the week long series of events. The pride concludes with two major events, the weekend-long Pride Festival and the Pride Parade.
- For the perfect stay, consider the downtown district, close to all the gay bars and clubs. Stay in the “Wonderful” rated Canopy Hotel featuring elegantly designed rooms and river-side views.
The Pride Festival
- Next Edition: Saturday June 27th: 10am-7pm Sunday June 28th: 10am-6pm
- The Pride Festival takes place in Loring Park with several stages and performances.
- Big name acts and surprise guests will perform throughout the day and into the night.
- The festival features over 600 vendors, food courts, a beer garden, and music stages with live acts and performances.
- Loring park is just a 4 minute drive or 15 minute walk from the gay bars and bustling Hennepin Avenue.
The Parade
- Sunday June 28th, 2026 – The parade route takes place along Hennepin Avenue from 11am and attracts more than 125,000 visitors.
- The Pride parade has become a huge event with major parties taking place along the route.
- Watch from 3rd & Hennepin to catch the kickoff energy and see the floats up close before the crowds gather further down the route.
- Stay close to the parade at Loews Minneapolis Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with a modern gym, spacious rooms and perfect location for exploring the city.
The Block Party
- The Saloon Block Party is one of the biggest parties to take place during the Minneapolis gay pride weekend.
- The entire block by the bar becomes the biggest gay playground in the city.
Other Parties during Gay Pride Minneapolis
- Union Restaurant & Rooftop has become the number one venue for drag queen brunch in gay Minneapolis and opens its retractable rooftop for a huge Pride party during the parade.
- The Saloon is the only gay bar on the parade route is ground zero for Minneapolis Pride. The bar hosts parties during the entire weekend. Sunday's party kicks off at 8am, so pace yourself. They even have a Ferris Wheel.
- Café & Bar Lurcat overlooks Loring Park and throws a great disco party over two floors, the Surly beer truck, plenty of bars and drink stations. The party goes from noon until 7pm.
About Gay Minneapolis
- Both Minneapolis and nearby St Paul attract young people from the rural areas stretching hundreds of miles in all directions, making the Twin Cities the buckle of the northern farm belt. As with much of the Midwest, you will feel very welcome.
- Gay bars are spread out across the city, however a cluster can be found in downtown Minneapolis on Hennepin Avenue. Stay in the Radisson Blu in downtown with great rooms and the perfect location.
- Gay 90s, the Brass Rail, and the Saloon are easily walkable between 4th and 11th Streets. Bar 19 is to the south on 15th, near the Convention Center.
Recommended Hotels in Minneapolis
Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the pride celebrations:
Radisson Blau, Hilton Hotel, Loews Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites
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The Chambers Hotel, 901, Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55403
Our 60 art-infused guestrooms and suites have walk-in rain showers, deep soaking tubs and sweeping views of vibrant downtown. A show-stopping rooftop lounge and lush courtyard with a fire pit are prime spots to admire the scenery on Hennepin Avenue.
601 1st Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center via a skyway, this city centre hotel offers easy access to top attractions and features comfortable accommodations, complete with many modern amenities.
A 50-inch flat-screen cable TV and iPod docking station are provided in every spacious room with a fridge and coffee machine are also included.
1001 Marquette Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Situated in the centre of downtown Minneapolis, within steps of Nicollet Mall and , this hotel offers elegant accommodations with free WiFi access and and chic on-site dining options.
Each guestroom is equipped with a flat-screen TV and a fully stocked minibar. Bathrooms have limestone counters and stylish glass basins.
19 North 8th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Within of , this property is connected to the climate-controlled Skyway footbridge in the heart of and offers complimentary and free WiFi.
Every room at Hampton Inn and Suites provides a 42-inch flat-screen LCD HDTV with premium cable, a small refrigerator and coffee maker.
600 5th Ave S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, a coffee machine and a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
95 S 10th St, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Every unit features a private bathroom and shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a microwave. A fridge, a stove top and toaster are also featured in the kitchen, as well as a kettle. Free WiFi & Keyless Entry
240 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
All units here are air-conditioned and feature a living room with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a kettle a coffee machine and dishwasher, a dining area, a private bathroom with bath or shower, and free toiletries
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
The air-conditioned apartment offers 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with city views. Guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking
205 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States
Gay dance bar lots of fun
Open Thursday 5-Midnight, Friday 5-2am, Saturday 6-2am
990 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota
Multi award winning LGBTQ+ establishment! Voted Best of Minnesota featuring top-notch drag and more!
1333 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403, United States
Minneapolis’ most glamorous celebrity and female impersonators host drag shows, karaoke, bingo, game night, movie night and stand up comedy to bring entertainment 7 nights a week with drag brunch every Sunday.
422 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
The Brass Rail Lounge is one of the premier gay bars in Minneapolis with a VIP section, along with nightly entertainmen and wide selection of the best drinks around
830 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
The Saloon has proudly served the Twin Cities LGBTQ community for more than 44 years, earning the reputation as its premiere going-out destination. Energizing atmosphere, pulsating dance floors, world-class entertainment, numerous bars to stay hydrated and an excess of gorgeous men to meet
A good show has always been our thing—you won’t want to miss the wet’n’wild shower platform on select evenings. Come for karaoke, our amazing contests, exclusive shows, and infamous Saloon Pride Block Party
19 West 15th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
A Gay pub classic offering, darts and pool, pizza served at bar a bonus space that opens when it gets busy and back patio for smoking, this is a cash only bar there is an ATM in the bar.
This is the perfect place for people who don’t want to go to a club.
515 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415
This gay bar falls somewhere between a neighborhood bar & grill and a gay nightclub with a dance floor, outdoor patio, pool table and is home to some of the best happy hour deals in town!
408 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
A gay nightclub featuring 6 Bar, multiple dance floors and a Games room, offering Karaoke, Djs and of course Drag shows. The Dinner and Drag Show is a must as its one of the best in town.
The Black Hart Of Saint Paul, 1415 University Ave W, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104
Gay Soccer Bar in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul.
The Black Hart continues the long legacy of Town House Bar as a home for the LBGTQ+ community. Check out our calendar for our drag shows, burlesque, BINGO, and karaoke
Recommended Hotels in Minneapolis By Booking
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The Chambers Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
- 5 Star – Art-Infused Rooms, Rooftop Lounge
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Rain showers, deep soaking tubs
- Front-row seat to Orpheum Theatre, art-infused rooms with luxurious bathrooms, rooftop lounge, fire pit.
Loews Hotel
4 Star – Great Amenities
- 4 Star – Chic Stylish On-Site Dining Options
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, fully stocked minibar
- In downtown Minneapolis, steps from Nicollet Mall, elegant accommodations with modern amenities and dining.
Hilton Minneapolis
4 Star – Central Location
- 4 Star – Connected to Convention Center
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- 50-inch TV, iPod docking station
- Direct access to Minneapolis Convention Center, comfortable rooms with modern amenities, ideal for business and leisure.
Hampton Inn & Suites
3 Star – Perfect Location
- 3 Star – 24-Hour Fitness and Business Center
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- LCD HDTV, refrigerator, coffee maker
- Offers well-equipped rooms, 24-hour fitness and business centers, close to downtown attractions.
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