38th Annual Hampton Roads PrideFest & Boat Parade
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⚓🌈 Hampton Roads Pride Presents: Anchored in Pride 2026 🌈⚓
FREE + Open to the Public (Ticket Required)
Celebrating 38 Years of Pride in Hampton Roads
🗓️ Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕛 Noon – 7PM
📍 Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk
🏨 Host Hotel: Norfolk Hilton The Main
Home of the Nation's First Pride Boat Parade, sailing into Town Point Park along the Elizabeth River and kicking off Virginia's largest LGBTQIA+ festival.
This year, under our theme Anchored in Pride, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and unity of our community. From the waterfront to the festival grounds, PrideFest brings together thousands of LGBTQIA+ people, allies, families, organizations, and businesses for a day rooted in visibility, joy, and belonging.
✨ National Headliners & Regional Talent
🚤 The Nation's First Pride Boat Parade
🎡 Family Zone Activities & Entertainment
🎧 ClubStage PrideFest Experience
🏳️🌈 Community, Equality & Resource Exhibits
🛍️ 100+ Vendors & Exhibitors
🍔 Food Trucks & Festival Eats
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly & All Ages!!
🎟️ TICKETS REQUIRED
PrideFest remains free and open to the public; however, all attendees are required to reserve a ticket in advance.
Reserve your FREE General Admission ticket or upgrade your experience with VIP access at:
https://hamptonroadspride.org/pridefest
VIP guests receive access to premium viewing areas, private bars, exclusive amenities, and enhanced festival experiences.
PrideFest is where celebration meets community. Join thousands from across Hampton Roads and beyond as we come together to honor our history, celebrate our present, and continue building a future where everyone can live authentically and proudly.
♿ Accessibility Information
Town Point Park is fully accessible. Accessibility services and accommodations will be available throughout the festival grounds, and ASL interpretation services will be provided at the Main Stage throughout the day.
🚫 Prohibited Items Include:
• Outside alcohol
• Glass containers
• Illegal or unpermitted weapons
• Fireworks, lasers, or explosives
• Full face coverings (excluding medical or approved performance use)
• Pets (service animals only)
• All bags and coolers are subject to search
📅 Explore the full Pride Weekend lineup:
https://hamptonroadspride.org/events
#AnchoredInPride #HRPride #PrideFest2026 #757Pride #VisitNorfolk #PrideWeekend #LGBTQCommunity
FREE + Open to the Public (Ticket Required)
Celebrating 38 Years of Pride in Hampton Roads
🗓️ Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕛 Noon – 7PM
📍 Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk
🏨 Host Hotel: Norfolk Hilton The Main
Home of the Nation's First Pride Boat Parade, sailing into Town Point Park along the Elizabeth River and kicking off Virginia's largest LGBTQIA+ festival.
This year, under our theme Anchored in Pride, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and unity of our community. From the waterfront to the festival grounds, PrideFest brings together thousands of LGBTQIA+ people, allies, families, organizations, and businesses for a day rooted in visibility, joy, and belonging.
✨ National Headliners & Regional Talent
🚤 The Nation's First Pride Boat Parade
🎡 Family Zone Activities & Entertainment
🎧 ClubStage PrideFest Experience
🏳️🌈 Community, Equality & Resource Exhibits
🛍️ 100+ Vendors & Exhibitors
🍔 Food Trucks & Festival Eats
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly & All Ages!!
🎟️ TICKETS REQUIRED
PrideFest remains free and open to the public; however, all attendees are required to reserve a ticket in advance.
Reserve your FREE General Admission ticket or upgrade your experience with VIP access at:
https://hamptonroadspride.org/pridefest
VIP guests receive access to premium viewing areas, private bars, exclusive amenities, and enhanced festival experiences.
PrideFest is where celebration meets community. Join thousands from across Hampton Roads and beyond as we come together to honor our history, celebrate our present, and continue building a future where everyone can live authentically and proudly.
♿ Accessibility Information
Town Point Park is fully accessible. Accessibility services and accommodations will be available throughout the festival grounds, and ASL interpretation services will be provided at the Main Stage throughout the day.
🚫 Prohibited Items Include:
• Outside alcohol
• Glass containers
• Illegal or unpermitted weapons
• Fireworks, lasers, or explosives
• Full face coverings (excluding medical or approved performance use)
• Pets (service animals only)
• All bags and coolers are subject to search
📅 Explore the full Pride Weekend lineup:
https://hamptonroadspride.org/events
#AnchoredInPride #HRPride #PrideFest2026 #757Pride #VisitNorfolk #PrideWeekend #LGBTQCommunity
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Where is it happening?
Town Point Park, 101 W Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510-1600, United States
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