The LGBTQ Progress Pride Flag flies over the state Capitol in Madison on June 1, 2022. The Progress Pride Flag incorporates the traditional diversity symbol of rainbow stripes with new elements representing communities of color, trans individuals, and those lost to HIV/AIDS. The new stripes form an arrow to show forward movement. (Photo by Christina Lorey)
Plenty of opportunities to show support for the LGBTQ community at a time when some politicians are promising to roll back social progress.
Here is a partial list of events across Wisconsin being held in honor of Pride Month:
PrideFest
June 2nd-4th
Henry W. Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds), Milwaukee
Why Go: Wisconsin’s largest Pride event is a 3-day party, packed with live music, shopping, food trucks, & more.
Wausau Pride
June 4th
400 Block & Whitewater Music Hall, Wausau
Why Go: For indoor & outdoor entertainment, including an outdoor movie, the unveiling of a new mural, & drag performances, complete with fancy cocktails.
Pride Ride
June 4th
Breese Stevens Field, Madison
Why Go: Take your bike out for a spin at 3, and stay for some soccer! Riders are invited back to Breese for a happy hour before Forward Madison’s 7 p.m. game.
Pride Night
June 8th
American Family Field, Milwaukee
Why Go: See a game, show your pride, and take home a Brewers Pride backpack. First pitch against the Phillies is at 7:10 p.m.
Chippewa Valley Pride in the Park
June 11th
Phoenix Park, Eau Claire
Why Go: Festival-goers can celebrate this year’s “Renew” theme with drag shows, family-friendly games, live music, and a variety of vendors.
Stevens Point Pride
June 11th
Pfiffner Park
Why Go: There’s live music, live theater, and anyone who’s thought about giving drag a try can sign up for “So You Think You Can Drag.”
Central Wisconsin Pride
June 17th-18th
Motorama Auto Museum, Aniwa
Why Go: For vendors, speakers, drag shows, fashion shows, food, & camping… plus an interactive dance party!
Viroqua Area Pride
June 18th
Eckert Park, Viroqua
Why Go: From two drag shows to urban jazz performed live, the festival promises a day filled with entertainment.
Open Door Pride
June 25th
Martin Park, Sturgeon Bay
Why Go: The 6th annual fest will draw new vendors and entertainment by DJ Sarah Atawa.
Pride Picnic
June 26th
Lakeside Park, Fond du Lac
Why Go: Enjoy a drag photo booth, live music, bake sale, free mom hugs, chalk, bubbles, & more!
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