Winter Pride Saint Pete 2026

Winter Pride Saint Pete 2026

Winter Pride St. Pete is a new pride celebration brought to you by the Grand Central District Association and Cocktail St. Pete.

• Stay at the Host Hotel, The Mari Jean St. Pete, an adults-only resort with a “Superb” rating. The gay-run and operated hotel features a stunning outdoor pool, gay club and bar, the perfect location for your Winter Pride escape.

The Event

• Next Edition: Sunday 15th February 2026 – Sunday 22nd February 2026.
• Escape the cold this February and set sail for St Pete as the town celebrates a new event, Winter Pride.
• Visitors can enjoy world-class daytime pool parties, live shows, a real-life Drag Race, an epic gala ball and a Sunday Funday Street Party.
• Events take over some of St Petersburg’s most famous gay venues and feature national and international entertainers.
• Stay at the “Exceptional” Kenwood Gables, a beautifully reformed and luxurious property offering superb suites, an outdoor pool and a delicious breakfast.

Event Highlights

• Opening Sunday, 4 pm to 10 pm – Opening Street Party and Tea Dance featuring Dylan Mulvaney –  Celebrate the start of a week dedicated to PRIDE by dancing in the streets of the Grand Central District.
• Closing Sunday – 12 pm to 5 pm – Drag Race – Winter Pride signature street event with drag performers racing in outrageous looks and creative vehicles along Central Avenue. pride – on Central Ave, between 20th and 28th Street.
• Other events include a signature Circuit Party, Dripping in Diamonds featuring Eliad Cohen and Afterglow closing tea dance.
• The event is hosted by Cocktail St Pete – A Gay complex, complete with the charming Mari Jean Hotel, The Wet Spot, pool bar, day club, and nightclub.

The Full Program

Date & Time	Event & Description	Venue
15–22 February 2026 – Times vary	Pride for the Pups – Week-long program at Dog Bar St. Pete with dog prom, costume contests and playful activities for pups and people.	Dog Bar St. Pete, 2300 Central Avenue
15 February 2026 – 12pm to 5pm	Opening Street Festival featuring Dylan Mulvaney – Free street party with headliners, local performers, vendors and Grand Central businesses launching Winter Pride.	Central Avenue, Grand Central District
16 February 2026 – 7pm	Kaleidoscope featuring Prismatic – Multimedia drag and art show created with Daphne Ferraro celebrating color, power and queer creativity.	Free Fall Theater, 6099 Central Avenue
17 February 2026 – 7pm to 2am	Trans-N-Dance – Night of dancing for the trans community and their loved ones with cocktails, entertainment and a strong DJ lineup.	The Ball Bar & Lounge, 49 24th Street North
18 February 2026 – 7pm to 2am	One Love – Cultural showcase with performances, music and food highlighting LGBTQIA+ communities from around the world.	Green Bench Brewing, 1133 Baum Ave N
19 February 2026 – 8pm to 3am	Snow Bunnies – 80s ski lodge themed night for queer women with burlesque, themed photo moments, craft cocktails and late-night fun.	Glamper, 217 Central Avenue
20 February 2026 – 10pm to 3am	Pride in Plaid & Polar Plunge – Bear-leaning pool and dress-code party with kilts, hot dancers, two DJs and a heated pool.	COCKtail & The Wet Spot, 2355 Central Avenue
20 February 2026 – 8pm to 11pm	Pelican Ball – Monte Carlo themed winter ball with food, art, philanthropy and dress-to-impress moments.	The Floridian Social, 687 Central Avenue
21 February 2026 – 10pm to 3am	Dripping in Diamonds featuring Eliad Cohen – High-energy circuit party with LED visuals, big-room sound and Eliad Cohen on the decks.	Thirsty First, 505 Central Avenue
21 February 2026 – 3am to 7am	Still Dripping – Official afterparty continuing the circuit night with late-night DJs and a sunrise finish.	COCKtail, 2355 Central Avenue
22 February 2026 – 11am to 5pm	Drag Race – Winter Pride signature street event with drag performers racing in outrageous looks and creative vehicles along Central Avenue.	2800 Block Central Avenue
22 February 2026 – 5pm to 12am	Afterglow – Closing tea dance with DJs, drinks and shows wrapping up the week in style.	The Wet Spot, 2355 Central Avenue

Where to Party

• Dog Bar St. Pete , Open-air dog park bar with drinks for humans, play space for pups and regular themed events.
• Free Fall Theater ,Intimate professional theatre with bold programming and a strong local arts crowd.
• The Ball Bar & Lounge , Stylish LGBTQ+ bar with craft cocktails, tapas and late-night DJ sets.
• Green Bench Brewing , Popular brewery taproom with a big patio, craft beers and frequent community events.
• Glamper , Camping-themed bar with covered patio, big screens and seasonal pop-ups.
• COCKtail , Gay cocktail bar on Central with drag, DJs and a busy Pride party schedule.
• The Wet Spot , Pool bar and day club with cabanas, LED screen and regular Pride-linked parties.
• The Floridian Social ,Historic Central Avenue venue hosting concerts, balls and special events.
• Thirsty First , Downtown sports-meets-nightlife bar with DJs, brunches and late-night parties.
• Grand Central District is the heart of the LGBTQ+ community in St. Petersburg. It’s situated west of downtown St. Pete, about 5 to 10 minutes from Downtown by car.

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