by JORDAN MONTERO and LILIANA MICHELENA

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June 25\, 2025 (MissionLocal.org)
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A DJ plays at Dolores Park on June 29\, 2024 as people gather to celebrate pride. Photo by Zenobia Lloyd.\n
When San Francisco flips its rainbow switch for Pri de weekend\, it’s more than a party. It’s a joyous act of defiance.
\n< p>From downtown summit panels to block parties and community-powered march es\, here’s your day-by-day guide to Pride\, June 26 to 29.
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Thursday\, June 26: C ulture & Cocktails
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The weekend begins with deep conversat ions\, museum takeovers\, and the first beats of outdoor dance floors. War m up your engines.
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S F Pride Human Rights Summit (Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Emba rcadero)
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9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. $10 if purchased in-person\, $ 5 if purchased online (FREE for members).
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All-day panels on LGBT Q+ rights\, tech ethics\, and political strategy. Grab an afternoon sessio n on “Queer Safety in a Digital Age.”
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Front Street Block Party (Annie and Front streets)
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5 p.m. to 11:5 9 p.m. FREE\, reservation required for tables.
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DJs featuring old school hip-hop and an impromptu dance floor.
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“Queer Religion” Photo Exhibit (Grace Cathed ral\, 1100 California St.)
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10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday–Saturd ay)\, 1 to 5 p.m. (Sunday). FREE to $14.
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Start with evocative po rtraits exploring spirituality and queer identity. No RSVP required.
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Moby Dyke Pride Night (Moby Dick Bar\, 165 1 1th St.)
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6 to 10 p.m. FREE.
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Jell-O Shots and gift basket raffle to support the Dyke March! Enjoy jams by DJ Tararisin and f ree pool.
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Oaklash x Cal Academy After Hours (Gol den Gate Park)
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6 to 10 p.m. with show at 8:30 p.m. •$25\, 2 1+.
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Drag takeover featuring “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alum\, museum g alleries open late\, cocktails in hand.
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Exploratoriu m “Pride – Queer Science” (Pier 15)
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6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $22.95\, 18+.
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Adult-only lab-party: Interactive exhibits \, DJs and queer history.
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Oakland to All\, Lovers Ball Pt. 4 “Remember the Time” (Public Works)
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8 p.m. to L ate $25\, 21+.
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Ballroom event centering Black and Brown queer an d trans people. Come watch professionals walk in categories and win prizes . If you’re a total newbie\, watch “Paris is Burning” on Max before you go .
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Ruth’s Table “Boldly Ourselves: Queer Expressions of Identity and Courage.” Exhibit (3160 21st St.)
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\nOpen Thursday\, 12:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, and Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \n
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Friday\, June 27: Trans Power & Downtown Afte rglow
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March for trans justice\, dance under the skyline\ , and catch your first glitter-soaked block party of the weekend. Friday i s loud and proud.
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Women & Nonbinary Morning Bike Ride (McLaren Lodge\, Golden Gate Park)
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7:15 a.m.
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This is a re curring event\, so something you can check out later as well.
\nEnerg izing loop around the park. Helmets and smiles required.
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< a href='https://www.transmarch.org/faq/#signup'>Trans March & Fest ival (Mission Dolores Park)
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11 a.m. to 7 p.m. FREE.
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Gather by 5 p.m. for the march\, then stay for performers\ , info booths and community vendors.
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Drag Me Downtown Block P arty (240 Front St.)
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4:30 to 8 p.m. FREE at th e door\, guaranteed entry and drag swag with $10 RSVP.
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Outdoor s tage\, Peaches Christ headliner\, optional donation for swag supporting Th e Transgender District.
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El Rio “Bustin’ Out” After Party (3158 Missi on St.)
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9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10\, 21+.
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A party with proceeds benefitting trans people affected by the prison industrial comple x\; DJ sets until early hours.
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Market Street Laser Rainbow Flag
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~9:15 p.m. Friday to Sunday\, FREE.
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Four-mile laser flag projection from Ferry Building up to Twin Peaks\, part of Illuminate SF.
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Saturday\, June 28: Marches\, Music & Magic
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From the fierce revival of the Dyke March to sweaty dance floors and roller skates on rooftops\, Saturday brings the full spectrum of Pride celebration.
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“Unapol ogetically Queer” Exhibit (Harvey Milk Photo Center\, 50 Scot t St.)
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12 p.m. to 6 p.m. FREE.
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Drop in to see int imate portraits of Bay Area icons\, no RSVP needed.
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SF Pride 5K/10K Run (Mountain Lake\, Golden Gate Park)
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8:30 a.m. Limited same-day $60 registration starting at 7 a.m . at the start line (includes T-shirt and medal).
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Family and fri ends are welcome to cheer along Blue Heron Lake.
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Dyke March (Dolores Pa rk → Castro)
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11 a.m. rally at Dolores and 18th streets\, ma rch at 1 p.m. FREE.
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Under new leadership\, this march centers ac cessibility\, trans voices and bold slogans. Expect a route through the he art of queer SF.
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55th Annual SF Pride Celebration (Civic Center Plaza)
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11 a.m. to 6 p.m. FREE ( VIP upgrades available).
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Main and community stages\, artisan fai r\, and an 18+ lounge. Saturday headliner: Michaela Jáe from FX’s hit seri es “Pose.”
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Pink Bloc k Party (The Great Northern\, 119 Utah St.)
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12 p.m. to 3 a.m. $54.84–$112.11\, strict pink attire\, 21+.
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DJs f rom Crystal Waters to Horse Meat Disco\, immersive décor\, full rave vibes .
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8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. $3 0\, 21+.
A party for queer women and their friends\; a night wit h DJs\, dancing\, gogos and food.

Sunday\, June 29: Parade\, Parties & a Sky Full of Rainbows

The city’s biggest day begins with a historic march down Market and e nds in lasers\, light shows and one last epic dance. Save some energy for the grand finale.

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taped to a utility pole advertises a

SF Pride Parade (Embarcadero → Civic Center)

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Streets closed: Market Street (Beale to 9th streets) 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.\; Polk\, Larkin\, Grove\, Hyde\, Golden Gate\, McAllister\, and Fult on streets all weekend.

SF Pride Festival Day 2 (Civic Center Plaza)

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11 a.m. to 6 p.m. FREE.\n
Saucy Santana closes the main stage\; don’t miss the 21+ beer gard en and vendor alley.
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Juanita MORE! Pride Party (620 Jones St)
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12 p.m. to 7 p.m. $75 tickets at the door.
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Pr oceeds go to Transgender Law Center.
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City Hall Indoor Pride Party (400 Van Ness Ave)
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1 to 5 p.m. $159 ticket\, 21 +.
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Three rooms of curated performance amidst marble halls\; a lu xe post-parade retreat.
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Public Works “BEEP! BEEP!” Afterparty (161 Erie St.)
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2 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. FREE w/ RSVP\, 21+.
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Two stages of DJs\, circus ar tists\, giant art car. Bring your brightest costume.
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City Hall Rainbow Lighting
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~8 p.m. FREE.
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Watch those floodlights shift to Pride colors. Perfect photo op.\n
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Tips for a Smooth Weekend
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Transit is King: Muni and BART avoid parking hea daches (downtown garages run $30–40+).
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Pack Light: Only clear or small bags.
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Stay Fueled & Safe: Hydration stations dot Civic Center\; pick up free Narcan and fentanyl strips at San Francisco Community Health Center (SFCHC) tents.
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< strong>Meet-Up Spots: Choose fixed landmarks\; crowds and closure s can mangle cell service.
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See y’all in the streets\, happ y Pride!
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