How To Celebrate Denver PrideFest In 2021

The annual Denver PrideFest is a FREE weekend-long celebration of community, family and culture and is recognized as one of the top 10 of its kind in the country. Organized by The Center on Colfax and open to all, it typically features multiple stages with live entertainment, a parade and much more.

This year’s Denver Pride, Saturday & Sunday, June 26 & 27, will blend in-person and virtual activities to include a virtual marketplace, an in-person and virtual 5K race, a virtual parade, and a series of “Pride hubs” hosted at a variety of venues throughout the city.

Denver Pridefest Parade/ photo by Evan Semón Photography

Parade

The Denver Virtual Pride Parade will be broadcast live on social media at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 27, the same time the traditional parade would have kicked off.

One of the benefits of going virtual is that it allows everyone to participate. Many of you will choose to watch the parade from along the parade “route” right at home.

Some of you will want to submit a virtual parade unit on behalf of your community organization, corporate or commercial company, entertainment group, or family and friends. Units with animals, now is your time!

Here’s how to join in the parade.

This year’s parade will be livestreamed on Facebook and televised later in the day.

Pride Hubs

Pride Hubs are an in-person option for those who wish to gather physically to celebrate Denver Pride.

Here’s a preview of Pride Hubs. Check back often as we will update this list as more details and ticket information are announced.

The Center on Colfax

1301 E. Colfax Ave., Denver

On June 26 & 27 will turn its parking lot into a mini-festival featuring food trucks, exhibitors, a DJ and rooftop entertainment. Go here for more information.

Jewish Community Center

350 S. Dahlia St., Denver

Pride Shabbat Dinner on June 25. On June 26 & 27: Exhibitors, food trucks, entertainers, music and more. Pool party on June 26. Go here for more information.

Denver Film / SIE FilmCenter

2510 E. Colfax Ave., Denver

On June 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy an outdoor bar, exhibitors, a stage with pop up performances, a beer tasting with Ratio Brewery, and more. Go here for more information.

Hamburger Mary’s

1336 E. 17th Ave., Denver

Various brunch and pop up entertainers throughout the weekend, starting Thursday June 24. Evening events Thursday through Sunday. Three brunch times on Saturday & Sunday. Go here for more information.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver

Official family area outside on Boettcher Plaza where you can enjoy story times, magicians, music and other activities for the entire family. Chase rainbow-colored bubbles, enjoy story time with drag queen readers, and discover other family-friendly experiences. Choose to attend one of these limited capacity, outdoor events from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Noon to 1:30 p.m. or 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday. Note: Museum admission is not included; discount ticket codes will be available for registered guests. Go here for more information.