Get ready to celebrate rainbows! Dallas Pride, the non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening, supporting, and celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, is proud to announce a major evolution for its annual celebration. On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the Dallas Pride Festival and Parade will move to the heart of Downtown Dallas, taking over four major parks and introducing the event’s first-ever sunset parade.
Dallas Pride, in coordination with Downtown Dallas, Inc., has worked closely with the City of Dallas and all concerned city departments to navigate upcoming FIFA activities. This collaborative effort ensures the best possible experience for an event of this size.
The 2026 celebration promises a “lighted extravaganza of rainbows,” transforming the city center into a hub of inclusivity and joy. The Festival will kick off at 11:00 a.m., spanning Main Street Garden Park, Pacific Plaza, Harwood Park, and Pegasus Plaza.
A Nighttime Spectacle. In a historic first, the Dallas Pride Parade will take place at sunset, marching down Main Street from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This free-to-attend parade will feature over 120 entries, including inventive floats, bands, and marching groups. As the sun sets, the parade will illuminate the city with lights, outrageous costumes, and vibrant pride.
Individuals, companies, and organizations wishing to participate in the Festival or Parade can find registration links at dallaspride.org/registration/. Additionally, brands looking to showcase their support and gain significant visibility are encouraged to view our sponsorship packages at dallaspride.org/sponsorship-opportunities/.
About Dallas Pride
The mission of Dallas Pride is to strengthen, support, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. By prioritizing inclusiveness, Dallas Pride fosters a feeling of belonging for everyone from youth to seniors by creating events, initiatives, and programs that foster connections between members of the community, its allies, and its supporters.
About Downtown Dallas Inc.
Downtown Dallas, Inc. (DDI), is the champion of a clean and safe Downtown and of the economic development and vibrancy of this community of diverse, unique neighborhoods.
DDI mobilizes and amplifies the services of public agencies, advocates for catalytic developments that strengthen Downtown, provides care for the communities and public spaces it stewards, and elevates the quality of life for residents, workers, visitors, and other stakeholders.