Dear Community, It’s time to make your Pride plans — because the official 2025 San Diego Pride Festival schedule is HERE! From GRAMMY® level talent like Kehlani and Kim Petras to rising local legends this year’s lineup is a celebration of LGBTQIA+ artists, culture, and community like no other. With over…
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To our San Diego Pride Family, The San Diego Pride Festival is just three weeks away, and we hope you’re as excited as we are to celebrate our amazing San Diego LGBTQIA+ community. Our Board of Directors, and incredible team of staff and volunteers have…
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To our beloved San Diego Pride family, In an average year, we would be wishing you “Happy Pride.” This pride season, however, our community has been met with deep challenges. While we face external threats to our community’s liberty nationwide, we have also received…
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It’s time! The full lineup for the 2025 San Diego Pride Festival is here— and it’s a Grammy®-level celebration of queer talent and joy! From chart-topping national icons to emerging local voices making waves in our own backyard, this lineup is everything. Join us…
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Dear Community, I will not hide my fear, I will not hide my pain, I will not hide my anger or joy again, for these are all one in the same. . . And I will embrace them all as I am As I…
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Howdy Pride Family, San Diego Pride is honored to announce the 2025 Spirit of Stonewall Awards — a tribute to the fierce love, relentless organizing, and unwavering leadership that fuels our movement. As anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and xenophobia escalate across the country, it is more…
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Dear community, This GiveOUT Day, we’re calling on you to show up for our community when it matters most. Today is a day to celebrate the strength, joy, and resilience of our LGBTQIA+ family. Here in San Diego and across the country, our community…
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Dear community, The modern pride flag is iconic. The six-stripe pride flag, which has inspired the Philadelphia Pride Flag, Progress Pride Flag, and its intersex-inclusive version are staples of Pride parades and festivals around the world. We see them plastered on products and printed…
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Dear Community, For well over fifty years, Pride organizations across the US have worked – have fought – to protect and celebrate our communities, our legacies, and our futures. Day in and day out, our organizations work with individuals, build coalitions, raise funds, advocate…
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Dear Community, Last year, I wrote in this newsletter about how, in order to come to terms with my queerness, I assimilated into mainland American LGBTQIA+ culture. What I didn’t mention then was that since coming out, I have been apprehensive to engage with…
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In 2020, I was a therapist during one of the most traumatic global events of our lifetime. I was tasked with helping people heal during the worst thing anyone can experience for their mental health: isolation. The mental health crisis was at an all-time…
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Dear Pride Community, It’s been my honor to help shape the sounds, stories, and stages of San Diego Pride — to curate lineups that reflect the heartbeat of our community. And this year, I’m beyond proud to share with you what may be our…
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Dear Community, Why do you volunteer? I asked this at a recent Community Building Workshop & Pride Planning Meeting, and answers ranged from building community, to fighting back, to seeing fabulous outfits, to supporting the causes they care about. When seasoned volunteers were asked…
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There are few things in life as energizing and unifying as sports. The roar of the crowd. The thrill of the game winning goal. The quiet focus of an athlete stepping up to the plate. Whether on the field or in the stands, sports…
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Dear Pride Family, We love the internet. For many of us, especially as queer kids in the early 2010s, it was a refuge—a place to learn about ourselves, find community, and exist more freely. But while online anonymity can be liberating, it also enables…
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Dear Community, It is a critical time for Pride organizations across the nation and around the world. From California to the Midwest and beyond, we’re hearing the same message: the slow erosion of our rights is not subtle—it’s strategic. Many Prides are at risk,…
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Dear Pride Family, Healthcare is a basic human right—but for too many of us, it’s a source of anxiety, harm, and inequity. From being misgendered or dismissed, to being denied care altogether, queer and trans people face barriers that make seeking medical attention not…
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Dear Community, “If we are not resting, we will not make it. I need us to make it.” – Tricia Hersey This week marks five years since the COVID-19 shutdowns and leads us into LGBTQ Health Awareness Week. Amidst the grief of this anniversary,…
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Dear Community, March is Women’s History Month, and as we approach International Women’s Day on March 8, I find myself reflecting on the power of queer women and non-binary people in shaping my own journey—and the world around us. This year’s theme, “For ALL…
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Howdy Pride Family, As we near the end of the Black History/Futures Month and enter Women’s History Month, I hope to give us the opportunity to reflect on the intersection of these two heritage months. The origins of Pride were famously only possible due…
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A movement unwavering, a dream unrealized, but a spirit unbroken… In the midst of Black History month what does it mean to be a black queer transfemme nonbinary icon and revolutionary, reflecting on my place in the movement. It conjures questions of where is…
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As queer people, many of us don’t fit into mainstream ideas about relationships. Instead, we create our own support systems—choosing family, valuing friendships as deeply as romantic partners, and forming connections that go beyond traditional labels. For some, this includes consensual non-monogamy and polyamory,…
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Howdy Pride Family, For 2025 Black History Month, we want to share the story of Sir Lady Java, a Black trans woman who paved the way for not just our San Diego community, but the entire national LGBTQIA+ movement. As we face an ongoing…
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San Diego Pride is more than just a weekend celebration—it’s a year-round movement powered by dedicated volunteers and community members like you. Every month, we host a Community Building Workshop & Pride Planning Meeting, providing a space for our community to connect and volunteer leaders to…
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Dear San Diego Pride Family, The past few days have been emotionally heavy for many of us – filled with moments of anger, sadness, fear. These feelings are valid and speak to the challenges we face as a community. The safety, security, and basic…
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Pride is more than a moment—it’s a movement. In 2025, we invite you to invoke the undeniable spirit of Stonewall as we march forward with Unbreakable Pride and Unshakeable Power. Rise with Pride and Claim your power. Our theme embodies our strength, our solidarity,…
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Dear Pride Family, San Diego Pride stands united with leaders across our region in reaffirming our commitment to protect and uplift our LGBTQIA+ community. In the face of mounting challenges, our collective strength, resilience, and dedication to justice shine brighter than ever. Yesterday, January…
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Dear Pride Family, This week, the San Diego Pride staff came together for an offsite retreat to connect, recharge, and plan for the year ahead. As we reflected on the challenges and successes of the past year and charted our course for 2025, we…
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Dear Pride Family, As we step into 2025, I remain hopeful, passionate and grateful to lead San Diego Pride. I am encouraged by the solidarity of our entire community to stand shoulder to shoulder to uphold the rights we have won in our not…
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Dear Pride Family, As the year draws to a close, we look back on our historic 50th Anniversary year with joy and pride! We are proud of many ways that San Diego Pride was able to help the community come together. Here are some…
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Dear Pride Family, It’s that time of year and family gatherings can come with an extra layer of tension- perhaps fueled by Uncle Jared’s terribly misinformed opinions spilling out after a drink or two, or the silent weight of unspoken disagreements bubbling under the…
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Dear Pride Family, This winter season, as we reflect on the year behind us and set our sights on next year’s goals, we are thrilled to announce the approved grantees for this year’s San Diego Pride Community Grants program! As a community-based organization committed…
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Dear Pride Family, High rates of substance use, misuse and abuse are well documented in the LGBTQIA+ community and our community is certainly no stranger to stress, harassment and traumatic experiences. The holidays can often amplify the challenges we face, but they also offer an opportunity…
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Dear Pride Family, Pride is more than a moment—it’s a movement. Our annual parade and festival are powerful moments of joy and connection vital to the wellbeing of our community. Yet, liberation is not achieved through celebration alone — it is sustained by action,…
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Dear Pride Family, It’s been a rough couple of weeks. As the season of gratitude unfolds, I can’t help but reflect on the things for which I am truly grateful. As someone who has spent some time in significantly less liberated communities (looking at…
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Dear Pride Family, In the wake of the 2024 election, San Diego Pride remains steadfast in our commitment to support and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community by creating spaces, events and programs to move us forward together. While the results may bring new political dynamics,…
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Dear Pride Family, As we reaffirm our commitment to community and each other, San Diego Pride honors the bravery and resilience of our LGBTQIA+ veterans. In 2011, San Diego became the first city in the nation to have a contingent specifically for service members…
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Dear Pride Family, In moments like this, when many in our community are feeling exhaustion and despair, we are reminded of a comment from community organizer, Noun Abdelaziz, that “despair is a privilege you earn when you’ve done all you can. We have not…
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HAPPY ELECTION DAY, Pride family! Rolling into your inbox with a few last-minute notes for you as we reach the final day of the 2024 general election cycle. WHERE TO VOTE – Vote Centers and Ballot Drop-Off LocationsIn San Diego County, you may go…
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Dear Pride Family, The fall season invites us into a time of reflection, remembrance, and transformation, marked by Halloween, Day of the Dead, Samhain, and All Saints Day. These celebrations call us to honor those who came before us and recognize the cycles of…
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Dear Pride Family, I was recently asked to guest author a newsletter for San Diego Pride about the historical importance of bars as they relate to the LGBTQIA+ community. This is my favorite topic to delve into, historically speaking, so I’m thrilled to be…
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Usa Kasakabo Pride Family, As we dive into 2SLGBTQIA+ Month, I want to share why Indigenous Peoples’ Day is important to me, and more broadly, Pride. Far Away From Home My family is from the Archipelago of Borikén (Puerto Rico), famous for reggaeton, rum,…
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Dear Pride Family, It has taken me a long time to be okay with saying those words: “I am gay.” There is so much about coming out that can be said, but what is most certainly true, is that it is a process. First,…
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Dear Pride Family, Photography has played a crucial role in documenting our community’s history. In 1994, when digital photography was still relatively new, Executive Director Brenda Schumacher initiated the practice of documenting every aspect of Pride through photography. Her pioneering efforts, combined with contributions…
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Dear Pride Family, When I joined the She Fest planning committee a few years ago, I had no idea it would launch me into a leadership role and now into a career and position I love. I just wanted to make friends and get…
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Dear Pride Family, National Voter Registration Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a powerful reminder that we each carry the responsibility to protect our communities and our collective future. For queer and trans people, and especially our Black, Indigenous, and…
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Dear Pride Family, This month, we’re focusing on Latine LGBTQ+ Pride and the importance of celebrating the unique experiences and identities within the community. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the diverse cultures and individuals that contribute to the rich tapestry of our society.…
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Dear Pride Family, As I step into the role of Executive Director at San Diego Pride, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of excitement, responsibility, and gratitude. This opportunity is not just a professional milestone; it is a deeply personal journey for me.…
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Dear Pride Family, It has been an honor to serve our community as Interim Co-Executive Directors during a pivotal time of transition for our organization. We are excited to share that after an extensive search process, we will announce San Diego Pride’s new Executive…
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Dear Pride Family, The last couple of weeks have been exhilarating watching the world’s most prolific athletes compete for glory and recognition at the highest level. And, it’s not lost on me that the Olympics began (in part) with the hope of fostering peace…
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Dear Pride Family, This year, San Diego Pride has been utilizing our weekly newsletter to “pass the mic” – often within our own Pride volunteer and staff teams and at times, to valued community partners. This week, we’re passing the mic to our friends…
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Dear Pride Family, THANK YOU! In a year marked by transitions, thousands of you showed up to celebrate queer joy and be in community together. Pride is a celebration and a protest at the same time. We have much more work to do in…
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Dear Pride Family, In 1974, members of San Diego Pride’s founding leadership applied for a permit to march in the street. The application was denied, destroyed, and those organizers were told “You will be getting NO permit.” Our community persisted as 200 people decided…
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Dear Pride Family, As we hurtle towards Pride week in San Diego, packed with events, meet-ups, mixers, protests and the gathering of friends, we are reminded of the true function and power of coming together in community, Pride, and queer joy. In just a…
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There’s so much happening during Pride Week, so we’ve put together 50 things to know before you go! We’re combining celebration and liberation while we honor the folks who are Making History Now. There’s truly something for everyone! Check out the full Top 50…
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