June is Pride month across the country. The celebration of the 1969 Stonewall Rebellion in New York begins this weekend throughout North Texas. It’s official, too. Mayor Eric Johnson signed a declaration on Tuesday morning proclaiming the month of June to be the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride month. We even have a custom flag flying at City Hall, Love Field, and Jack Evans Police Headquarters.
Here is where you need to be over the next few weeks. (Did we miss any? Email your event here.)
Festivals
Dallas Pride Festival
June 4 and 5, All Day
The city’s signature Pride event returns to Fair Park for 2021. The two day festival kicks off Friday night with music by IDT Band, Spectrum Ensemble, and The Roommates. Don’t miss Saturday’s night variety shows hosted by Marsha Dimes, the 2019 Dallas Pride Grand Marshal. For those unable to attend in-person, a streaming option is available. The Fair Park Coliseum will host both evening’s events. The concerts kick off at 7 p.m.
Trick the Mini Fest
June 4 – 6, All Day
Head to Cedar Springs for a new Pride festival in the heart of the Gayborhood. Tay Money, DJ Ari and DJ Pornstar will be in charge of the music. Nicole O’Hara Munro, the grand marshal of 2017’s Dallas Pride event, hosts the festival’s drag show. Munro will also judge the Lil Miss Trick competition, where contestants compete for a cash prize. DJ Cat Daddy from K104 hosts the Mr. Trick contest.
Pride at Double Wide
June 5, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Two words: Dildo Races. Another two words: Mechanical Bull. Disco, TX’s Pride Celebration at Double Wide is one of a kind. Expect five drag queens (Bleach, Frida Monet, Kylee Ohara Fatale, Mulan Alexander, Barbie Davenport Dupree), four DJs (Blake Ward, Charlie Phresh, Ursa Minor, and Rizkilla) and performances by Fagadelics, Double Wide is the Pride celebration to bookmark. Food will be provided by Easy Slider, in case you need to a bite to eat during the stacked night of entertainment. Tickets are $20, right here.
Pride Night Lights
June 26, 9 p.m
Calling all my ravers to The Urban Cowboy Saloon in Fort Worth. Doors open at 9 p.m. for a nighttime celebration of neon lights, dance music, and unadulterated pride.
Performances
Ty Henderson at Cedar Springs Tap House
June 4, 9 p.m.
Ty Hernderson brings the country spirit to Cedar Springs Tap House for the venue’s inaugural Pride party. ARLO joins Herndon for the Friday night concert.
Pride Weekend Drag Brunch at Blue Cenote
June 5, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
This isn’t your regular drag brunch. Attendees have the opportunity to win $200 at Blue Cenote’s Drag Brunch for Pride Weekend. The best Pride-inspired costume wins the cash prize.
Glamazon Prime PRIDE Drag Brunch
June 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The cast of Glamazon Prime launches Drag Brunch at The Urban Cowboy Saloon. Bring three items to donate to SafeHaven of Tarrant County for a free pitcher of mimosas.
