Holyoke Celebrates Pride All June Long
Holyoke’s Pride Month celebration is one of the most vibrant in Western Massachusetts. Throughout June, the city comes alive with art shows, live music, drag performances, cultural programming, and community gatherings that honor the strength and spirit of Holyoke’s LGBTQIA+ community. Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the first time, there’s a place for you here.
Holyoke Pride Flag Raising: Show Up. Stand Together
June 1st
Join us June 1st at 5PM outside Holyoke City Hall as we raise the Pride flag to kick off Pride Month, a celebration of inclusion, resilience, and love. This annual gathering brings together residents, leaders, and allies for brief remarks, community connection, and a shared sense of pride. All are welcome. Come as you are and help us raise the flag and the energy for Pride Month in Holyoke.
Celebrate Love and Community at Holyoke PrideFest 2026!
June 27th
Join us June 27th from Noon to 6PM for the 5th annual Holyoke PrideFEST — a day of joy, music, art, and community celebration in the heart of The Paper City! What began as a one-day block party has grown into a citywide movement of love and visibility, honoring the strength, creativity, and resilience of Holyoke’s LGBTQIA+ community and our allies across Western Mass. Expect live performances, drag, dancing, local food, family fun, and pure queer magic under the summer sky. This year marks our biggest PrideFEST yet, and whether you’re coming to perform, vend, volunteer, or simply be loud and proud, everyone is welcome. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Keep the Pride Vibes Going at the Holyoke Pride Afterparty!
June 27th
Wrap up Holyoke PrideFEST 2026 with the Official After Party on Saturday, June 27 from 6 to 11PM at The Wauregan and Fame Lounge/Eatery parking lot. This 21+ outdoor celebration features live drag performances, local LGBTQIA+ talent, food trucks, a cash bar, and high-energy music and dancing. Come light up the night and keep the pride going!
