Pride Month in Colorado Springs

Pride Month Events in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region (2026 Guide)

Celebrate Pride Month in Colorado Springs

Pride Month in the Pikes Peak Region brings together community celebrations, parades, festivals, art shows, bike rides, youth events, and family-friendly activities throughout Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, and surrounding communities.

Whether you’re looking for Colorado Springs Pride events, LGBTQIA+ community celebrations, Pride parades, or family-friendly Pride festivals in Southern Colorado, this guide highlights some of the biggest Pride events happening across the Pikes Peak Region in 2026.

What Is Pride Month?

Pride Month is celebrated each June in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City, a pivotal moment in the LGBTQIA+ rights movement. Today, Pride Month recognizes and celebrates the diverse LGBTQIA+ community through festivals, parades, educational programs, artistic expression, and community gatherings.

Across Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region, Pride events provide opportunities for connection, visibility, celebration, and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies alike.

Queer Prom: Queers in Space

Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Hillside Community Center, 925 S. Institute St., Colorado Springs
Cost: Free

Inside Out Youth Services welcomes LGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 13–24 to an inclusive prom experience featuring a live DJ, dancing, entertainment, food, and a blacklight glow party.

The event is designed to provide a safe and affirming space where attendees can celebrate, connect, and express themselves authentically. Chaperones and security personnel are present throughout the evening, and organizers offer assistance with formalwear for those who need support.

Pride: Inside & Out

Date: June 6, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Hillside Community Center, 925 S. Institute St., Colorado Springs
Cost: Free

For families with younger kids (or anyone with an earlier bedtime, we don’t judge!) Inside Out Youth Services also hosts an all-ages pride event earlier in the day at the Hillside Community Center. Enjoy live entertainment, food, vendors and more fun activities. Security will be present to ensure the safety of all attendees.

Pikes Peak Pride Ride

Date: June 10, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Streetcar 520, 520 S. Tejon St., Downtown Colorado Springs
Cost: $10

Kick off Pride weekend with a community bike ride through downtown Colorado Springs. Participants can reserve a PikeRide e-bike and join fellow riders for an evening of fun, community, and celebration.

Proceeds support Pikes Peak Pride and its year-round work serving the LGBTQIA+ community.

Pikes Peak Pride Festival & Parade

Date: June 13 – 14, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Alamo Square Park, 215 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs
Cost: Free

The largest Pride celebration in Southern Colorado, Pikes Peak Pride Festival & Parade attracts tens of thousands of attendees each year for a weekend of community, entertainment, advocacy, and celebration. The festival features more than 150 vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, educational programming, youth activities, and community resources.

Pride Parade

The annual Pikes Peak Pride Parade takes place on Sunday, June 14, beginning near Acacia Park and traveling south along Tejon Street before concluding at the festival grounds in Alamo Square Park. The parade is one of the largest and most visible LGBTQIA+ celebrations in the region.

Family Activities

Families can enjoy Rainbow Youth Square, featuring youth-oriented programming, art activities, performances, open mic events, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the weekend.

Parking Tips

Several public parking garages are available throughout downtown Colorado Springs. Expect road closures around Tejon Street during the parade and festival weekend. Arriving early, using rideshare services, or renting an ebike from PikeRide can help reduce parking challenges.

Group Pride Art Show

Date: June 5 – 27, 2026
Time: Hours vary, see the full schedule here
Location: Disruptor Gallery, 2217 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs
Cost: Free

Support local LGBTQIA+ artists at the annual Group Pride Art Show. The exhibit highlights artwork exploring identity, community, resilience, and self-expression while providing opportunities to connect with artists and fellow community members throughout Pride Month.

Pride Above the Clouds

Date: June 7, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Memorial Park, 200 N. Park St., Woodland Park
Cost: Free

Located just west of Colorado Springs, Pride Above the Clouds offers another opportunity to celebrate Pride Month in the scenic town of Woodland Park. The growing event brings together LGBTQIA+ residents, allies, local organizations, and businesses for a day of community and visibility in the mountains.

Manitou PrideFest

Date: July 11, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Soda Springs Park, 35 Park Ave., Manitou Springs
Admission: Free

Pride celebrations continue beyond June with Manitou PrideFest. Hosted in the heart of Manitou Springs, the event features live entertainment, drag performances, local vendors, community organizations, games, poetry, and family-friendly activities.

Since launching in 2022, Manitou PrideFest has become a popular summer tradition and a vibrant celebration of inclusivity in the Pikes Peak Region.

Parking Tips

Summer weekends in Manitou Springs can be busy. Arrive early, utilize public parking lots, rideshare services, or consider using PikeRide from Downtown Colorado Springs or Old Colorado City.

Food & Drinks

Attendees can enjoy food vendors on-site or explore the many locally owned restaurants, breweries, cafes, and shops throughout downtown Manitou Springs.

Pueblo Pride

Date: August 16, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mineral Palace Park, 1600 N Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo
Cost: Free

South of Colorado Springs, soak up the sun and enjoy a day of pride festivities in Pueblo! The celebration starts with a parade around Mineral Palace Park, followed by a festival where you can watch live performances and drag shows, support local vendors and artists, stop for food and cold drinks, and get involved in Pueblo’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Colorado Springs Pride 2026?

Pikes Peak Pride Festival & Parade takes place June 13–14, 2026, in downtown Colorado Springs.

Is Pikes Peak Pride free?

Yes. Admission to both the festival and parade is free.

Where is the Pride Parade in Colorado Springs?

The parade travels through downtown Colorado Springs along Tejon Street and concludes near Alamo Square Park.

Are there family-friendly Pride events in Colorado Springs?

Yes. Pikes Peak Pride, Manitou PrideFest, Pride Above the Clouds, and many related community events welcome families and allies. Rainbow Youth Square at Pikes Peak Pride offers dedicated youth programming.

Are there Pride events outside Colorado Springs?

Yes. Manitou Springs, Woodland Park, and Pueblo all host Pride celebrations during the summer.