Celebrate Pride at these events in and around St. Louis

Pride and Joy 2024: A Youth Community Pride Event | June 1

Complete Harmony, a trauma-informed yoga studio for kids, hosts this family-focused Pride Month kickoff event with music, painting, drag story time, and movement. Free. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The Living Room, 2810 Sutton, Maplewood.

Soulard Pride | June 1

Soulard knows how to party, and Pride Month is one reason to throw down. During Soulard Pride, visit the block bordered by Russell and Geyer on Menard to enjoy fabulous entertainment, music, artists, crafters, nonprofits, and neighborhood businesses. There’s also a golf cart parade starting at Big Daddy’s at 11:30 a.m. Noon–6:30 p.m. Soulard.

MTUG x AAH Pride Month Kickoff Party | June 2

The Angad Arts Hotel and Metro Trans Umbrella Group are teaming up for this Pride Month kickoff party. The party will feature mind-blowing performances from drag kings, queens, and folx outside that binary, too. In addition to the performances and mingling, a ticket includes a drink and access to a buffet and music bingo. A portion of ticket sales and the purchase of the Magical Mule specialty cocktail go to MTUG. Tickets start at $60. Noon–4 p.m. Angad Arts Hotel, The Vaude, 3550 Samuel Shepard.

Pride Night at Busch Stadium | June 7

Cheer the Cardinals to victory against the Colorado Rockies. Included with a special Theme Ticket (not just regular admission) is a Cardinals Pride Pack that includes a bag, headband, and enamel pin. Ticket sales benefit Team Saint Louis, an LGBTQ sports association. See website for ticket prices. 7:15 p.m. Busch Stadium, 700 Clark.

First Friday in Grand Center: Faeded Dance Party | June 7

The Pulitzer Arts Foundation and Contemporary Art Museum will collaborate on this Pride-themed First Friday event, which will take place in both museums and their shared courtyard, as well as at nearby Spring Church. Starting at 6 p.m., Maxi Glamour will perform with a slate of other entertainers, creating a fantastical wonderland focused on femmes, queers, people of color, and allies. Head for Sophie’s Artist Lounge (3333 Washington) for the official afterparty. 5–9 p.m. Pulitzer Arts Foundation, 3716 Washington; Contemporary Art Museum, 3750 Washington.

Gateway to Pride | June 8–July 6, 2025

A powerful new exhibition opens at the Missouri History Museum during Pride Month: Gateway to Pride is the culmination of almost a decade of careful and comprehensive research. The exhibit provides a view of the city and region’s history through the eyes of the queer folks who have always been here. The opening weekend is full of fun, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, art activities, and storytelling. Both nights wrap up with a party: Pride DJ Night from 6–9 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, and Gateway to Pride Concert powered by WerQest on Sunday, June 9, from 2–4 p.m. See website for details. Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell. 

Pride Shorts at Greenfinch Theater & Dive | June 7 & 8

Enjoy two short plays, each with a special surprise guest performer. “Open” looks at two men in a long-term relationship reckoning with the possibilities of changing the boundaries of their union, and “Panic in the Cockpit” listens in as three aging drag queens have a no-holds-barred chat about aging and the young performers in their orbit. 8 p.m. $20. Greenfinch Theater, 2525 S. Jefferson.

Pride St. Charles | June 15

Pride St. Charles has grown a lot in nearly a decade. This year, during “The Proud Tour,” Akasha Royale and Roxxy Malone host the party, with entertainment from Roxie Valentine, Artemis, Sarah Shay, Grayson Jostes, and Superfun Yeah Yeah Rocketship. Noon–7 p.m. Family Arena, 2002 Arena Parkway, St. Charles.

Journeys and Destinations | June 15 & 16

The Gateway Men’s Chorus wraps its 37^th season with Journeys and Destinations. The show celebrates the winding paths of life, celebrating the past and delivering a message of hope for the future. $20. 7:30 p.m. Sat, 2 p.m. Sun. The Link Auditorium, 4504 Westminster Place.

Made with Pride Pop-up | June 20–22

Hosted by the folks who produce Tower Grove Pride, the Made with Pride Pop-up brings its third annual LGBTQ+ market to City Foundry STL. The three-day event will feature dozens of local artists, makers, and vendors for a Pride Month preview of the main festival in September. Free admission. 3–8 p.m. Thu, 3–8 p.m. Fri, noon–5 p.m. Sat. City Foundry STL, 3730 Foundry Way.

Neon Greens Queer Food Fest | June 23

Celebrate some of St. Louis’ top food and drink scene, with a focus on the LGBTQ culinary community. Buy tickets onsite to redeem for food and drinks from chefs and mixologists from Platypus, New Society, Mainlander, and Fennel Cooking Studio. Visitors can also tour the Neon Greens Harvest Capsule, where the restaurant’s eponymous greens grow. Noon–4 p.m. Neon Greens, 4176 Manchester.

Pride Patio Party | June 29

Gather for a posh party downtown at the Amphitheater, Idol Wolf’s patio at 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis. DJs Agile One and Nico handle the soundtrack, with pintxos and paella available for purchase. Sales of the signature cocktail, the Babadook, benefit SQSH, the St. Louis Queer Support Hotline. Free entry, but RSVP ahead of time to secure your spot. Noon–3 p.m. 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, 1528 Locust.

Pride St. Louis | June 29 & 30

Pride St. Louis presents “Unleash Your Pride,” a huge celebration with a parade, food, vendors, community, music, and more. This year’s performers include Slayyyter, DAYA, Crystal Waters, and Todrick Hall. The parade steps off Sunday at noon from 10^th and Market. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun. Free, $5 donation suggested. Downtown St. Louis.

Black Pride Weekend | August 15–18

Mark your calendars for Black Pride Weekend, celebrating the Black LGBTQIA community. Keep an eye on social for more information as the date gets closer.

Tower Grove Pride | September 28 & 29

Enjoy the indie-focused, neighborhood-based Tower Grove Pride in scenic Tower Grove Park. Look for details and updates on social media in the coming weeks. Tower Grove Park.

Metro East Pride | October 5

This fall, Belleville will host the 16^th annual Metro East Pride Fest. Free. 10 a.m.–noon. Downtown Belleville, Public Square and West Main Street.