2025 Pride Events in Holyoke
Pride Month in Holyoke is a citywide celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride in Western Massachusetts. Throughout June, the city comes alive with LGBTQ+-focused events, including art shows, live music, cultural programming, and community gatherings. Celebrate Pride in Holyoke all month long and show your support for diversity, inclusion, and love.
Celebrate Stories, Sparkle, and Self-Expression at Drag Story Hour!
June 20th
Experience the magic of storytelling through the glamorous art of drag as beloved performers Tito Midnight and Serenity Lockhart bring stories to life with sparkle, humor, and heart. This joyful, family-friendly event celebrates self-expression, literacy, and inclusivity in a welcoming space where children and grown-ups of all identities can feel love, safety, and community. Free and open to all.
Celebrate Love and Community at Holyoke PrideFest 2025!
June 21st
Join us in Veterans Park in downtown Holyoke for PrideFest 2025 — a free, family-friendly celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride in Western Massachusetts. Enjoy live music, performances, food, vendors, and community resources in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. All are welcome!
Keep the Pride Vibes Going at the Holyoke Pride Afterparty!
Wrap up Holyoke Pride FEST 2025 with the Official After Party on Saturday, June 21 from 5 to 11 PM at The Wauregan and Fame Lounge/Eatery parking lot. This 21+ outdoor event features live drag performances, local LGBTQIA+ talent, food trucks, a cash bar, and high-energy music and dancing. Early bird tickets are just $20—grab yours now and celebrate pride, community, and connection!
Roll With Pride: Skate Party & Roller Derby Scrimmage
June 28th
Get ready to roll at our next public event—PRIDE PARTY & OPEN SCRIMMAGE—on June 28, 2025, at the Fitzpatrick Arena in Holyoke, part of the official Holyoke Pride lineup! Enjoy an all-ages public skate party from 1–3 PM (BYO skates), followed by a 3:30 PM roller derby scrimmage featuring Pioneer Valley Roller Derby and skaters from across New England. Suggested donation is $10 (no one turned away), with support from the Holyoke Local Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.
Explore Holyoke’s Guide to Holyoke Pride
Stay in the loop — bookmark this page and follow us on social for the latest Pride updates! For full event details, donations, and sponsorship opportunities, visit the official Holyoke Pride website.
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Over the Rainbow: A Fundraising Night for Pride in Holyoke
April 11th
Support Holyoke Pride at Over the Rainbow, a fundraising event filled with entertainment, community, and celebration. Enjoy performances, connect with friends, and help raise funds to power LGBTQ+ events across Holyoke during Pride Month 2025.
Raise the Flag, Raise Your Voice: Holyoke Pride Flag Raising
June 2nd
Join the City of Holyoke for the annual LGBTQIA+ Pride Flag Raising — a powerful moment of visibility, unity, and celebration. Gather at Holyoke City Hall as we honor the start of Pride Month in Holyoke with community, speakers, and pride. All are welcome!
Queer Prom 2025: A Night to Celebrate You
June 13th
Get ready to dance, express yourself, and celebrate pride at Queer Prom 2025 — an inclusive, all-ages event designed to uplift the LGBTQ+ community in Holyoke. Come as you are, dress how you feel, and enjoy a night of music, joy, and unforgettable memories.
Lace up for the Holyoke Rainbow Run 5K — A Colorful Start to Pride Month!
June 14th
Join us for Holyoke’s annual Rainbow Run 5K (and 1 Mile Walk), an inclusive, family-friendly run/walk filled with energy, color, and community spirit. Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride in Holyoke with costumes, rainbows, and plenty of fun at this standout Pride 5K event in Western Massachusetts!
