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Accessibility at the San Diego Pride Parade

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What to Expect at the San Diego Pride Parade

  • The San Diego Pride Parade is a parade containing many different types of floats and marching groups celebrating and honoring the LGBTQ+ community.
  • The parade begins at the Hillcrest Pride Flag at University Ave. and Normal St., proceeds west on University Ave., turns south on 6th Ave., turns left onto Balboa Dr. and ends at Quince Dr.
  • You can watch the parade from any spot along the parade route.
  • There are usually over 300,000 people watching the parade, so it will be crowded.
  • The parade is on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
  • The parade starts at 10 AM and goes until about 2 PM. It is recommended to get there early to get a good spot, but you can come and go at any time.
  • An Accessible seating area can be found at Richmond St. and University Ave.
      • The seating area is shaded & wheelchair accessible, and will provide snacks, water, an announcer, and ASL Interpreters. The are surrounding the seating area will be loud and crowded.
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • This event is free and open to the public.
  • Accessible, gender-inclusive portable restrooms will be available at this event at the staging area, near the accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave, and along the parade route. 
  • Here is a map of the general areas of the Shuttle Stop, Accessible Seating, and Accessible Restrooms.
  • Here is a view of the Parade Route.
  • This event will be LiveStreamed. You can watch this year’s Pride Parade on The CW San Diego starting at 10:00 a.m. CBS 8 will also be live streaming the Pride Parade across our digital platforms and on our streaming channel CBS8+. Here’s how to watch:

Service Animals

  • Service animals are permitted throughout this event.
  • Our accessible seating area can be found near Richmond St. and University Ave. This area is shaded.
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited in these areas and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • The best seating area for someone with a service animal is probably at or near Upas St. and Sixth Ave. at the park. There will be slightly less noise, ample grass and trees for cooling and relief areas, and trash cans to discard waste.
  • Service animals may be sitting or standing on hot pavement while navigating this event. Please protect your animal from burning their paws or overheating.
  • Water can be provided for service animals at the accessible seating area and via water fountains at the park. Please provide your own water bowl.
  • Non-service animal pets and emotional support animals are discouraged from attending this event due to the crowds, hot asphalt, and limited space. Owners whose animal is causing a disruption will be asked to leave the event.

Mobility Accessibility Information

Sensory Accessibility Information

  • Here are some examples of sensory stimulation that you may encounter at the Pride Parade:
      • Loud noises, including cheering, clapping, music, horns, cars, and speaker announcements.
      • Large amounts of people
      • Bright colors
      • Movement from parade walkers and floats
      • Items being handed out from parade contingents
      • Scents from cars, food from guests, and restrooms
  • Volunteers, event coordinators, and parade contingents are encouraged to refrain from wearing scented products at this event.
  • Sitting near Upas St. and Sixth Ave. in the grassy park area is recommended, as this area is usually less noisy than other areas and is easier to remove yourself from. However, this area will still be noisy and crowded.
  • Noise-reduction headphones and fidget tools will be available at the accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave. for use during the Parade. 
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited in these areas and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Communication Accessibility Information

  • American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation will be provided at the accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave.
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited in these areas and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Announcements of parade contingents with descriptions will be provided at both of the accessible seating areas.
  • This event will be broadcasted on CBS 8 with captioning and ASL interpretation. You can watch this year’s Pride Parade on The CW San Diego starting at 10:00 a.m. CBS 8 will also be live streaming the Pride Parade across our digital platforms and on our streaming channel CBS8+. Here’s how to watch:
  • If you are in need of anything else to support your communication at the event, please contact [email protected] or (619) 289-8842.

Transportation and Parking

COVID-19 Information

  • San Diego Pride adheres to best-practice COVID protocols based on local, state, federal, and global health guidelines.
  • As we navigate a world where COVID continues to be present, we ask that you not attend if you test positive for COVID, feel sick or ill or present any symptoms associated with COVID.
  • Face coverings, vaccinations, and obtaining a negative COVID-19 test, if accessible to you, are strongly recommended for attending this event.
  • This event will be outside. Guests may be in close vicinity with one another.
  • Masks and hand sanitizer will be available at this event at our accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave.
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited in these areas and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Please follow all CDC guidelines and recommendations for your safety and the safety of others.

Food Information

  • Many Hillcrest restaurants may be open in the area, however they will most likely be very crowded.
  • You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your own food, snacks, and water to sustain you throughout the day.
  • Water and snacks will be available at our accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave.
      • One guest is permitted to accompany a guest requiring the accessible seating area. Seating is limited in these areas and we would like to prioritize guests who would benefit most from the accessible seating area. Reservations can be made through San Diego LGBT Community Center by contacting [email protected] or (619) 692-2077 ext. 147. Reservations must be made in advance and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accessibility for Parade Contingent Participants

Currently, Accessibilty for Parade Contingent Participants is managed by Parade Contingent leaders. If you have any questions that San Diego Pride can help answer, feel free to email [email protected].

Here is a view of the parade route.

Are you interested in joining the Disabled LGBTQIA+ Coalition in our San Diego Pride Parade contingent? Click here to fill out the form to register your info and get updates.

Questions

  • If you have any questions regarding accessibility at the Pride Parade before the event, please feel free to contact [email protected] or (619) 289-8842.
  • If you have any questions regarding accessibility when you are at the Pride Parade, please ask a volunteer at our accessible seating area near Richmond St. and University Ave., who will be wearing a blue Accessibility shirt, or a general Parade volunteer, wearing a purple Volunteer shirt.

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