Parade Route Reminder
As a reminder, the parade will start at the intersection of Washington and Empire Streets. The parade makes its way down Washington Street and turns right onto Dorrance (in front of the City Hall) and then turns right onto Weybosset Street as it approaches the finale at the reviewing stand at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Parade staging will take place on Greene Street, those participating in the parade need to contact their unit organizer.
PrideFest Entertainment
RI PrideFest will have three performing artists headlining this year! ADA VOX is an accomplished vocalist, songwriter, and drag queen who found success and pushed boundaries as a contestant on the hit singing competition series American Idol. Ada finished as runner-up on RuPaul’s Queen of the Universe. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ooehna-6yRc)

PANGINA HEALS, co-host and judge on Drag Race Thailand, who later went on to compete on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World (2022). She has been described as one of the most popular drag performers in Asia, and is often called the RuPaul of Thailand. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Uy8ANl-5Y4)

WILLIE GOMEZ, this singer/dancer was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the city of Miami. Willie has performed on some of the biggest Latin awards shows such as: “The Latin Billboards”, “Latin Grammys”, “Premios Juventud” and “Premios Lo Nuestro”. He danced/toured the world with artists Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Katy Perry, Kesha, Kylie Minogue, Chayanne, Little Mix, and Mary J Blige. His amazing vocal and dance skills will be showcased on the stage at RI PrideFest! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDoEWYlJIJk)

We are equally excited to welcome a wide variety of local artists, hosts, DJs and performers to the RI PrideFest stage. This diverse lineup showcases the talent of our community.

RI PrideFest begins at 12 noon this Saturday, June 18 at the Providence Innovation District Park and continues to 7 pm.
Pride Week & Community
 Calendar of Events
Tuesday, June 14th 2022 @6 pm
RI LGBTQ+ Film Series: Death Drop Gorgeous
Providence Public Library’s Donald J. Farish Auditorium, 150 Empire Street, Providence

Join us for a screening of Death Drop Gorgeous - a campy drag exploitation horror film set in the seedy gay nightlife of Providence, RI. Inspired by Giallo films & 80's slashers, the movie balances dark humor, crime, mystery, and supernatural elements to create a unique cinema experience that has all the makings of a horror cult classic.
A discussion with filmmakers Michael J. Ahern, Christopher Dalpe, Brandon Perras-Sanchez, Wayne Gonsalves, and Ryan Miller will follow the film.
https://www.provlib.org/calendar/?id=9075562&d=2022-06-14
Wednesday, June 15th 2022 @ 12 noon
Central Falls Flag Raising
City Hall, 580 Broad St, Central Falls, RI, keynote speaker Judge Malina Flynn


Thursday, June 16th 2022 @ 5:00 pm
Show Us Your Pride Drag Bingo
Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, 60 Rhodes Pl. Cranston, RI
Forget everything you think you know about BINGO because Honey… this ain’t your Grandma’s Bingo! It's the most fun $25 you'll ever spend! Hosted by Haley Star and LaDiva Jonz

Drag queens, outlandish outfits, contests, and prizes with raunchy and ribald humor, Drag Bingo is not for the faint of heart. No one is safe and nothing is sacred but it is all in good fun. Drag Bingo is entering its twenty-fourth season, and like any bingo, it is a game of chance where participants try to create rows, columns, or special shapes on their grid of 5X5 numbers based on random numbers. Sponsors, Special guests, or the Drag Queens themselves call the numbers for each game. There are surprises galore so you never know what you are going to hear or see. “Special Games” are played throughout the night as well so there are many chances and ways to win.

Registration is strongly recommended at: [email protected]. Your registration should include your name, phone number and the number of people in your party. Registration is for headcount purposes ONLY and does not guarantee a seat if we reach capacity or if you arrive after 7pm. Seating is first-come, first-serve so please arrive as close to 5pm as possible on the Thursday of Drag Bingo. We are no longer able to take reservations for seating at the new location but there is no bad seat in the house. Alcohol is NOT allowed in the main ballroom.

Thursday, June 16th 2022
Roller Disco - Pride Edition
Roller Disco is back at The Providence Rink in City Center on Thursday and Friday (6/16 and 6/17) from 5-10PM! Find the Rink transformed into a massive outdoor Roller Disco. Groove to some of the city’s hottest DJs and live acts while the pulsing lights and spinning disco ball set the vibe. The Trinity Beer Garden will be on hand with beverages and snacks to keep the party rolling.
$7 Admission | $7 Quad or Inline Skate Rentals | $3 Locker Rentals | $2 Helmet Rentals | $2 Wrist Guard Rentals. RESERVE via TheProvidencerink.com!


Friday, June 17th 2022@ 3 to 5 pm
CIC Providence LGBTQIA+ Career Fair 
District Hall, 225 Dyer Street, Providence, RI (across the street from the Innovation District Park)

Friday, June 17: Rhode Island Pride Kickoff VIP Party @ Aloft
7:30 to 9:00 pm | Aloft Providence Downtown | 191 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI
Join us and our RI Pride Sponsors, community guests and friends as we kick off the weekend at the new Aloft Providence Downtown Hotel, at the WXYZ Lounge and outdoor patio. Located across the street from the RI PrideFest area, you will enjoy live music by Timmy Drums and a guest performance. A cash bar, signature Tito’s Pride Cocktail and lite apps will be available. This event is free with donations accepted at the door.


Friday, June 17th 2022 @7:30 pm
Pride Ride
Join Providence Bike Jam for their annual PRIDE RIDE: a dance party on wheels through the City of Providence celebrating our queer community! We will meet on Friday, June 17th at 7pm in Burnside Park, and roll out for an 8-12 mile bike ride at 7:30. There will be two stops at local parks for dancing, and the ride will end (location TBA) around 11pm. Riders of all levels are welcome – the pace is slow and social. Bring lights, friends, and a working bicycle – we'll take care of the rest! No sign-ups necessary. For any questions, contact PVD Bike Jam on Facebook or Instagram. http://instagram.com/pvdbikejam


Saturday, June 18th 2022
Rhode Island PrideFest: Together Again!
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Providence Innovation District Park | Providence, RI
After a two-year pause due to the Covid pandemic, RI PrideFest is back and better than ever in the new Providence Innovation District Park on the other side of the Pedestrian Bridge. This spectacular event will feature over 200 vendors in the business marketplace, social resource organizations, food trucks, local, regional and national entertainment all day long, Hasbro Kid’s Zone, arts, and the Beer Wine & Spirits Garden. Enter the Festival either at the Dyer Street entrance or the Pedestrian Bridge.

PrideFest has always been fortunate to have members of the community offer their talents as performers and hosts. This year we have a special surprise as meteorologist KELLY BATES will be one of our guest hosts. Just recently, Kelly announced her return to ABC6 as one of the weather team however we are especially proud of her because of her openness and love for being a proud MamaBear to her trans daughter. Kelly joins John Kelly, Viza D. Klein, Dion Sage, Yung Onyx and Nielle Chic as hosts for this year's event!

Saturday, June 18th 2022
Illuminated Night Parade
8:00 pm | Downtown Providence, RI | Route & Details @ prideri.org/parade
One of the annual highlights of Rhode Island Pride’s PrideFest celebration is the LGBTQIA+ Pride Illuminated Night Parade, New England’s only night parade! With a dazzling display of brightly lit-up floats, performing artists, marching groups, businesses, and tens of thousands of spectators, this incredible Pride Parade regularly makes national “top ten” lists and can’t be missed! For the best place to watch the Parade, we recommend the Main Reviewing Area, which is on Weybosset Street near the Providence Performing Arts Center. The energy in the City is electric, and we send an open invitation to everyone to participate in the weekend events that transform the City of Providence into a vibrant and visibly LGBTQIA+-supportive City.

Sunday, June 19th 2022
Powerhouse Church Pride Social
3-5 pm, 300 Weybosset Street, Providence
Join Pastor Joty Martin Allison and First G. Robert Martin Allison for a Pride Social featuring games, chicken and waffles buffet and music. Free Admission and open to all!

Sunday, June 19, 2020
4th Annual Juneteenth RI Festival 
12-9:30 pm, Roger Williams Park - Temple to Music
Juneteenth is a celebration that commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of enslaved African Americans throughout the Confederate States of America. This year’s event will have live music, vendors, amazing food and and will conclude with a fireworks show! For more information go to http://juneteenthri.com.

LATER IN PRIDE MONTH! 

Saturday, June 25, 2022
Newport Pride Festival, Market and Bike Ride
11am-4pm, Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farewell St, Newport, RI
Newport Pride’s annual Pride Market & Festival will be held at the Great Friends Meeting House with unique vendors, great performances, and live music celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community in Newport.
Another signature event is Pride On Bikes, so grab some friends and join us, in partnership with Newport Pride, for the super fun annual Newport Pride Ride 🏳️‍🌈 🚲 on Saturday, June 25th at 12 pm. This easy 2-mile bike parade around Newport starts and concludes at the Great Friends Meeting House (21 Farewell St).

Saturday, June 25, 2022
AIDS Run/Walk for Life
Pierce Field – 201 Mercer Street, East Providence, RI
Registration: 8-9 am, Kick-off: 9 am
Join us for an awesome 5k Superhero Run and Walk, benefiting AIDS Project Rhode Island. On June 25th you can be part of this very special 5K to raise critical funds promoting health and wellness by testing, treatment and supports for people affected by HIV and STDs. You can easily sign up through the APRI website. (https://aidsprojectri.org/runwalk/)

Monday, June 27, 2022
Pawtucket Flag Raising @ TBA
City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Block Parties and more!
Dark Lady/Alley Cat - May the Pride Be With You
19 Snow Street, Providence
The Dark Lady and Alley Cat kick off the weekend on Friday with the Dancing Queen Block Party, featuring a special guest performance by Dancing Dream (Abba Tribute Band). On Saturday, the Massive Pride Block Party “May the Pride Be With You” will be hosted by Joe Wilson Jr. and Viza D. Klein with DJ Joey Dee and DJ Transcendence. With over 30+ Drag Queens, Drag Kings, dancers, the party goes from 6pm to 3am.

EGO - The Main Event
73 Richmond Street, Providence
EGO Providence is thrilled to be your headquarters for all your PRIDE events from Thursday to Sunday night. Kicking off on Thursday evening 6/16, The EGO Babe’s present Pride Spectacular! Friday Night features the return of TWERK Pride Block Party with DJ RUKZ and featuring Hip Hop artist Saucy Santana with the debut of his newest viral hit, “Material Girl.” Saturday Night will be the MAIN EVENT, EGO's Massive Block Party with International DJ Las Bibas from Vizcaya, DJ Chris Raggucci and DJ Richie LaDue. Doors open at 9pm. Sunday Night will feature EGO's Pride Finale Sazon Latin Sundays. For more information, visit EGOpvd.com.

Mirabar Pride Parties
15 Elbow Street, Providence
Mirabar will be celebrating Pride first with their afternoon Tea Dance on Saturday, June 18 with DJ Rich Michael. After the Parade they will be hosting their Pride After Dark Party with LUBE WRESTLING with Ricky Roman and Logan Star. The match is sponsored by Fleshjack and refereed by Kandi Dishe and DJ Patrick spinning. Fleshjack raffles to benefit RI Pride.

Providence Eagle - RI Pride Weekend Block Parties
124 Snow Street, Providence
Come join us June 17 to June 19 for the Providence Eagle Pride Block Party with all the regional organizations and groups. On Friday, the MANdemic Massive Block Party will feature international DJ J. Riley. On Saturday, the Pride Block Party begins outside with DJ Captain Fog from noon to 4pm, DJ Jake from 4-9 pm and DJ Cisco from 9pm to 2am. DJ Sandy Snow will be playing from 9 pm to closing. As always this is one of the hottest nights in the City. The party continues on Sunday with an Outdoors T-Dance at 2:00 pm. And then inside DJ Cisco from 5-9 pm and closing with Disco Sunday Night with DJ Sandy Snow starting at 9pm

The Stable - Pride Weekend Block Parties
125 Washington Street, Providence
The Stable is expanding into the Dean Hotel Parking Lot for an all-new Block Party for this year’s Pride celebration featuring DJ Pacifico and DJ Coleslaw on Friday with performances by Alana Thicc, Ninny Nothin, Arabella and LA Zavaletta! You can still chill out at our Mathewson Street block party or make your way to the Main Stage in the Dean Hotel parking lot. The fun continues on Saturday (12pm-2am) with the Dean Parking Lot Block Party with DJ Andrea Stamas, DJ Coleslaw, DJ Ranny and performances by Queen of the Universe star Novaczar, Hot Haus Star Saint Anique, Ava Unit-One, Violencia! From Dragula and Max from RuPauls Drag Race! We close out with the Sangria Sunday Block Party on Mathewson Street with DJ Coleslaw, Ninny Nothin and Hot Haus Star Saint Anique (No Cover). FYI on Friday and Saturday, The Stable Bar, Back Patio and Mathewson Street will be open with no cover. There will be a cover charge for the main stage in the Dean parking lot.

Freeplay GAYME Night: Every Monday
7:00 pm - 1:00 am | Freeplay Bar Arcade | 182 Pine St, Providence, RI
An LGBTQIA+ and friends night at Freeplay Bar Arcade. Pizza, Drinks, Drag, Games, & Fun! $4 entry. 18+


Urgent traffic advisory!
As reported in the Providence Journal, highway construction happening the weekend of RI Pride.

The paper reports that: "Route 10 north will be closed at the interchange with Route 6 in Providence from next Friday night, June 17, until the early morning of June 20.

Northbound Route 10, near the interchange, is being lowered to be level with southbound Route 10. The portion of road closed will be 900 feet long, around the start of the new Route 6 flyover ramp at Union Avenue.

The weekend-long closure, the same weekend as Rhode Island Pride, will start at 7 p.m. June 17 and end at 5 a.m. June 20. The closure will create extensive delays for anyone trying to use that area of the highway.

"We'll have detours set up, but for those who know they're going up there, we're encouraging people to divert to help reduce the congestion and delay," said Rhode Island Department of Transportation spokesman Charles St. Martin. St. Martin said his best advice is to find another way, including side streets, especially for those trying to access Route 95.
Support RI Pride today!
As we gather to celebrate Pride this week, please consider making a contribution to Rhode Island Pride. This all-volunteer organization needs the support from you to continue to create spaces and events for the LGBTQIA+ community. Rhode Island Pride has partnered with Give Lively to securely process your online donation: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/rhode-island-pride/rhode-island-pride-2022-together-again

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