Boston gay pride 2025
Boston Pride For the People parade 2025 is here: Go out, route, how to watch
As Pride Month is upon us, cities around the United States are hosting parades and many other events to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its history as well as its continuing fight for equal rights despite what advocates observe as "bullying" from the Trump administration.
Pride Month commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York, when police raided the Stonewall Inn, a prominent same-sex attracted bar in Manhattan's Greenwich Village. The subsequent protests are credited with a shift in Diverse activism in the U.S.
Boston is one of many cities celebrating Pride Month this year, including with a procession on June 14.
Here's what you'll want to know about catching the Event parade in Boston this year.
When is the Boston Self-acceptance For the People parade?
The Boston Identity festival for the People parade will be held this year on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. local time.
In addition to the parade, organizers are also hosting a festival Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., and a block party from 2-8 p.m.
This is the third year the organization will be hosting Celebration celebrations.
What is the Boston Pride For the People pa Happy Pride Month, my Boston friends. Honor LGBTQIA+ history, mark queer joy, and show your back for every caring of love with these 69 Identity festival events around the city. Get ready to dance, chuckle, and learn with others.
Connect with the queer community, advocate for queer rights, and be unapologetically yourself not just during Pride Month, but every evening onward. Here’s your guide to honor Boston Pride.
by Yelena Nicolle Salvador
1) Pride Bikes with Cobalt Cross Blue Shield Bluebikes
When: Sun. 6/1 - Mon. 6/30
Where: Boston
Cost: Pay as you go
Info: Spot a rainbow ‘Proud Bike’ around the city and hop on. With every ride, Blue Cross Blue Shield will be donating $1 to Fenway Health to support LGBTQIA+ healthcare across the Greater Boston area.
2) Pride Pre-Party at Aeronaut Allston
When: Fri. 6/6
Where: Allston
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Aeronaut Allston for some pre-Pride festivities. Sip on festive beers, shop for goodies at the pop-up queer market, boogie the night away to DJ tunes and a exist all-women & non-bindary band, and mix and mingle with new friends.
3) Echoes: Love and Freedom
When: Fri. 6/6
Where: East Cambridge
The 2025 Boston Pride for the People Festival (BP4TP) will obtain place on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Pride 2025 Theme: “Here to Stay!"
Our LGBTQIA+ community faces a sharp rise in political attacks. Rooted in love and resilience, we extend our firm support with this theme. We cannot be erased, pushed into the shadows, or silenced. We are HERE TO STAY!
Headliner for Pride 2025: Big Freedia
Known as the Queen of Recent Orleans Bounce, Big Freedia is an icon, a cultural compel, and a tireless advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. From her strike singles to her unforgettable TV appearances, she’s a powerhouse who knows how to bring the energy!
Let’s get ready to rebound, because Big Freedia is here to SLAY!
PARADE & FESTIVAL
Boston Pride For The People is excited to proclaim Pride Month celebration in Boston on June 14, 2025. The celebration will include a march, a festival, and more!
- Ribbon Cutting: 10:30AM
- Parade: 11:00AM
- Festival - Boston Common: 12:00PM - 6:00PM
- Block Party - City Hall Plaza: 2:00PM - 8:00PM
Parade route begins in Copley Square
Suggested MBTA destinations are the Arlington St or Boylston St. on the Green line or Support Bay Station on the Or
Line up and activities announced for Boston's first ever Pride event
Posted July 1, 2025
The countdown is on to Boston's first ever Pride event - and details have now been released of what can be expected at the inclusive, family-friendly celebration for all.
Boston Pride, which aims to bring the Borough's entire community together in a vibrant, inclusive and joyful way, will take place at Core Park on Saturday, July 26.
From a line up of more than 20 acts on the main stage to family activities and a wide range of food vendors, there will be something for everyone at the free event.
The acts taking to the main stage, hosted by West End and Pride favourite Matty alongside international drag sensation Ken Lambert, will include Pete Martine, Jenna G, BOS Musical Theatre Society, DJ FRQC, The Biz Interactive Dance Party, Sam Beeson and Sue De Crème.
Also taking to the stage will be Boston Jive, The Blackfriars Theatre, Danny Stephenson, Joanna Bang, The College Trio, Angie Fisher and Carolyn Clair and Infinity (acts correct at the time of going to press but subject to change).
The entertainment on the main stage will begin with a passionate up DJ set from DJ
Happy Pride Month, my Boston friends. Honor LGBTQIA+ history, mark queer joy, and show your back for every caring of love with these 69 Identity festival events around the city. Get ready to dance, chuckle, and learn with others.
Connect with the queer community, advocate for queer rights, and be unapologetically yourself not just during Pride Month, but every evening onward. Here’s your guide to honor Boston Pride.
by Yelena Nicolle Salvador
1) Pride Bikes with Cobalt Cross Blue Shield Bluebikes
When: Sun. 6/1 - Mon. 6/30
Where: Boston
Cost: Pay as you go
Info: Spot a rainbow ‘Proud Bike’ around the city and hop on. With every ride, Blue Cross Blue Shield will be donating $1 to Fenway Health to support LGBTQIA+ healthcare across the Greater Boston area.
2) Pride Pre-Party at Aeronaut Allston
When: Fri. 6/6
Where: Allston
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Aeronaut Allston for some pre-Pride festivities. Sip on festive beers, shop for goodies at the pop-up queer market, boogie the night away to DJ tunes and a exist all-women & non-bindary band, and mix and mingle with new friends.
3) Echoes: Love and Freedom
When: Fri. 6/6
Where: East Cambridge
The 2025 Boston Pride for the People Festival (BP4TP) will obtain place on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Pride 2025 Theme: “Here to Stay!" Our LGBTQIA+ community faces a sharp rise in political attacks. Rooted in love and resilience, we extend our firm support with this theme. We cannot be erased, pushed into the shadows, or silenced. We are HERE TO STAY! Headliner for Pride 2025: Big Freedia Known as the Queen of Recent Orleans Bounce, Big Freedia is an icon, a cultural compel, and a tireless advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. From her strike singles to her unforgettable TV appearances, she’s a powerhouse who knows how to bring the energy! Let’s get ready to rebound, because Big Freedia is here to SLAY! PARADE & FESTIVAL Boston Pride For The People is excited to proclaim Pride Month celebration in Boston on June 14, 2025. The celebration will include a march, a festival, and more! Parade route begins in Copley Square Suggested MBTA destinations are the Arlington St or Boylston St. on the Green line or Support Bay Station on the Or Posted July 1, 2025 The countdown is on to Boston's first ever Pride event - and details have now been released of what can be expected at the inclusive, family-friendly celebration for all. Boston Pride, which aims to bring the Borough's entire community together in a vibrant, inclusive and joyful way, will take place at Core Park on Saturday, July 26. From a line up of more than 20 acts on the main stage to family activities and a wide range of food vendors, there will be something for everyone at the free event. The acts taking to the main stage, hosted by West End and Pride favourite Matty alongside international drag sensation Ken Lambert, will include Pete Martine, Jenna G, BOS Musical Theatre Society, DJ FRQC, The Biz Interactive Dance Party, Sam Beeson and Sue De Crème. Also taking to the stage will be Boston Jive, The Blackfriars Theatre, Danny Stephenson, Joanna Bang, The College Trio, Angie Fisher and Carolyn Clair and Infinity (acts correct at the time of going to press but subject to change). The entertainment on the main stage will begin with a passionate up DJ set from DJ
Line up and activities announced for Boston's first ever Pride event