In New Orleans, Pride Month is a full-on cultural eruption of joy, remembrance, resistance, and community. For the LGBTQ+ community and its allies, June becomes a canvas for parades, drag shows, art, and activism that highlight both how far we’ve come and how much further we have to go.
This year’s Pride Month lineup in New Orleans is one of the most diverse and inclusive yet, with events that speak to every part of the community — from families and faith groups to nightlife aficionados and housing justice advocates. Whether you’re dancing in the streets or quietly reflecting at a historic garden, Pride in New Orleans has a place for you.
Sunday Drag Brunch at Saint John: Glamour With Purpose
Every Sunday in June, Saint John in the French Quarter transforms into a runway of radical joy. Their Sunday Drag Brunch series features two seatings at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with dazzling performances by beloved New Orleans queens Debbie with a D and Laveau Contraire, alongside special guest entertainers. The event isn’t just a fabulous way to brunch — it’s also a fundraiser. Saint John is donating 25% of proceeds from their specialty Pride cocktail, Tongue in Cheek (made with Gentilly Barrel Reserve Gin, strawberry purée, lemon juice, honey syrup, and Angostura bitters), to PrEP on Demand, a telehealth company led by HIV specialists working to make prevention and treatment more accessible across the country. Reservations available here.
Black Pride NOLA: Honoring Identity and Culture
Running alongside mainstream Pride events is Black Pride NOLA, a series of powerful events centering Black LGBTQ+ experiences. The centerpiece of the celebration is Community Fest, happening Saturday, June 14, at Armstrong Park. This free, family-friendly festival features live music, DJs, local food vendors, community resources, and more — all rooted in the cultural contributions and visibility of Black queer New Orleanians. Visit blackpridenola.com for the full slate of events including the annual Black Pride Ball and educational panels.
Parade Day: The Pulse of the City
The New Orleans Pride Parade returns in spectacular fashion on Saturday, June 14, winding its way through the Marigny and French Quarter. Expect an explosion of color, music, dance, and unapologetic expression as local businesses, nonprofits, schools, and social clubs unite under the banner of equality. After the parade, the celebration continues with late-night afterparties across the city — from Bourbon Street lounges to Bywater art houses.
Walking With the Gay Ghosts of New Orleans: History With a Twist
If you want a deep dive into the city’s queer past, don’t miss Walking With the Gay Ghosts of New Orleans June 13-15. This guided walking tour starts at Café Lafitte in Exile, the oldest continuously operating gay bar in the U.S., and winds through the French Quarter while recounting the stories of legendary LGBTQ+ figures, resistance during times of repression, and the hidden histories that shaped modern queer New Orleans. Find tickets here.
Longue Vue Family Equality Day: A Celebration for All Families
On Sunday, June 1, the serene and historic Longue Vue House and Gardens hosts its annual Family Equality Day. This event is specifically designed to uplift LGBTQ+ parents and their children with crafts, music, storytelling, and inclusive play activities — all surrounded by beautiful gardens and the spirit of belonging.
Gay Storytelling and Other Highlights
Later in the month, Queer Mountain at The AllWays Lounge (June 13) offers a storytelling series featuring diverse work from LGBTQ+ performers. At the end of the month on Sunday, June 29, PFLAG New Orleans is hosting the New Orleans Pride Run & Walk. This will be the 8th year of the event with proceeds benefiting the New Orleans PFLAG Scholarship Program.
Whether you’re brunching with queens, marching in the streets, building homes, or exploring queer history by candlelight, Pride Month in New Orleans is a reflection of the city’s soul: bold, loving, and proudly defiant.
New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity’s Pride Build is not taking place this year. It will return in 2026.
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