Gay pride in pittsburgh
From parades and performances to trivia and drag queens — and even afternoon drinking on a boat — we&#;ve rounded up a fantastic slate of Pride events happening over the next five weeks. And many of them are free.
As diversity and inclusion continue to become more embedded into the fabric of our city and region, so have Pride events and activities, with many running all year round. This means you have even more ways to sustain , join and uplift Pittsburgh’s LGBTQIA+ community — and have fun while doing it.
Here&#;s where to start.
Friday, May 30
The Emerald City Kiki Ball at QMNTY Center
10 p.m a.m.
Reveal your realness along the Yellow Brick Thoroughfare and discover why there&#;s &#;no place like a ball.&#; Experience ballroom identity with performances ranging from Emerald Extravaganza, Glinda’s Glam and Dorothy , to Yellow Brick Newbie and Over the Rainbow Lip Sync. During the free event emceed by icons Ronica and Muk Mulan, performers will walk with a &#;touch of the Yellow Brick Road&#; in their technique and will &#;channel the seductive power of the Wicked Witch of the West
The Evolution of Pittsburgh Pride
With a monthly drag brunch and an expansive outdoor patio space, is a popular go-to in Shadyside for a competitive game of darts over a beer.
Trace Brewing
Serving up a dedication to diversity in the beer industry, this brewery in Bloomfield offers a vocational program strongly encouraging women, people of color and LGBTQ people to apply. Trace is home to monthly events like queenly brunch and bingo along with Infatuation Happy Hour, a queer event for women.
Brewer’s Hotel & Bar
The oldest standing gay bar in Pittsburgh, Brewers Hotel & Bar previously provided housing for AIDS patients upstairs when no one else would grab them in. Today, it welcomes all and hosts regular karaoke and flamboyant shows.
BB & Bur Pastry Kitchen and Bakery
Check out their Instagram page for the latest masterpieces: @bbandbur.
The Black Kitten Market
Grab a beverage and lounge in the cat room with nearly a dozen adoptable cats. This LGBTQ-owned cosmos in Lawrenceville bids patrons a place to work, unwind and even accomplish yoga with fuzzy friends.
Photo: Wes and Alex/Courtesy of Ken Phillips Publicity Group
David Archuleta at Pittsburgh Pride
Thu., May 29
PARTY • SHADYSIDE
20th Anniversary Pride Weekend and Glitzburgh Pageant. 5 p.m. Continues through Mon., June 2. Video Lounge and Cafe. Ellsworth Ave., Shadyside. Free. facebook.com/VideoLounge/events
GAME SHOW • HOMESTEAD
The Queer Dating Game with whiskey foxxx. p.m. The Glitterbox Theater. West Eighth Ave., Homestead. $ eventbrite.com/o/rae-sunshine
PARTY • LAWRENCEVILLE
Desert Hearts Queer Country Night. 8 p.m. Belvedere’s Ultra-Dive. Butler St., Lawrenceville. $5. belvederesultradive.com
OPEN MIC • LAWRENCEVILLE
Dyke Mic with Steel Carabiner. 10 p.m. Blue Celestial Bar. Butler St., Lawrenceville. Free. instagram.com/steelcarabiner
Photo: Amos Levy
Desert Hearts Queer Country Night at Belvedere’s Ultra-Dive
Fri., May 30
FESTIVAL • NORTH SHORE May 30, | 10 p.m a.m. Enter the magical Emerald Urban area Kiki Ball at the QMNTY Center for a luminescent evening that's filled with drag performances, dancing, and so much more. Express yourself and showcase your talents to fellow event-goers in a variety of contests, including a lip sync battle and a fashion competition. | Location: E Ohio St May 30, | p.m. Step into a night of radiance, celebration, and group at Light the Late hours at the Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center—an 18+ event (21+ to drink) where you glow your brightest! Wear whatever makes you feel mighty, unstoppable, and like the royalty you are—this is your night to present up and show out. The red carpet awaits, the cameras are ready, and the vibes will be unforgettable. | Location: Lytton Ave May 31, | p.m., Showtime p.m., TICKETED, 18+ Enjoy a picnic buffet at Allegheny Commons Park West highlighted by a performative queen extravaganza starting at 4 p.m. | Location: W Ohio St Ju
All Out Music Festival Pittsburgh. 2 p.m. Stage AE. North Shore Dr., North Shore. $ alloutmusic Pittsburgh Pride
Emerald Metropolis Kiki Ball
Prom
Bigger Gayer Picniq
Pittsburgh Celebration March & Parade