Miami Beach Pride
Through Apr 06, 2025
Miami Beach Pride returns March 27-April 6, 2025, bringing nearly two weeks of celebrations of all things LGBTQ+ to the streets of Miami Beach. What began as a relatively small, 15,000-person event in 2009 has grown to be one of the largest Pride festivals in the country, drawing as many as 170,000 revelers to Greater Miami & Miami Beach. If you’re planning to attend Miami Beach Pride or are just curious about what goes on during the festival, here’s a guide to everything you’ll need to know.
What’s the Lineup Of Events For Miami Beach Pride 2025?
Pride Flag Raising, March 27
The Pride Flag Raising is effectively Miami Beach Pride’s opening ceremony. Organizers and Pride dignitaries will raise the pride flag over Miami Beach City Hall at 6 p.m. Remarks from local officials and the Miami Beach Pride Board will follow.
Pride Lights The Night, March 27
The Circle along Miami’s fabulous Lincoln Road will be lit up in Pride Colors as organizers “flip the switch” to kick off the festival at 7 p.m. Pride is teaming with the Lincoln Road Business Improvement District for a spectacular light display that also serves as a memorial to those lost in the Pulse nightclub tragedy.
Into the Wyld, March 28
Pride’s women’s component hosts a special preview when the ladies take over Hotel Gaythering on Lincoln Road at 8 p.m. The festival’s only women’s event – Into the Wyld – will run until 2 a.m. with plenty of drinks and live music.
Family Picnic, March 29
Families will enjoy an afternoon of free fun at Pride Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Pride Family Picnic includes a bounce house, outdoor activities, face painting and crafts, with food and drinks for sale onsite.
Pride Movie Night, March 30
Pride Movie Night partners with the OUTShine Film Festival to host a special screening at the Rooftop Cinema Club South Beach on Lincoln Road, with sweeping views of South Beach. The show starts at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6 p.m., so guests can enjoy the full array of food and drinks on the rooftop.
Queer Art Showcase, March 31
This year’s Queen Art Showcase takes over the Moxy South Beach at 6:30 p.m., with works by artists from around Florida. Guests will be treated to stunning and provocative works across mediums, from photography to paintings and live music. All proceeds go directly to the artists.
Social Justice, Health and Wellness Evening, April 2
Pride’s Social Justice, Health and Wellness educational event features panels of experts discussing the most pressing issues in the LGBTQ+ community. Doors open at 7 p.m. The event location is to be announced.
VIP Beach Affair, April 4
The eventful final weekend of Pride takes over Lummus Park from 7 to 11 p.m. Details on this year's host have yet to be revealed. There will be light bites and drinks.
Miami Beach Pride Festival, April 5-6
The two-day Pride Festival is the centerpiece of the celebration, filling Lummus Park with music, dancing and live performances over Pride’s final weekend starting at noon.
Miami Beach Pride Parade, April 6
The eagerly anticipated Miami Beach Pride Parade is the culmination of the two-week Pride festival, beginning its march down Ocean Drive at noon. The procession of more than 50 floats will work its way from 5th to 15th streets, with seating areas set up along Ocean Drive. Many of the sidewalk cafes are ideal for putting you in the heart of the action, though you’ll want to arrive early for the best vantage points for the parade.
Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant, TBA
The Miss Miami Beach Pride Pageant isn’t anything like the pageants you watched growing up. This contest pits the fiercest drag queens in the nation against one another in an all-night revue where contestants are judged on swimwear, talent and overall Pride. Location and time are coming soon.
Tips for Getting To And Enjoying Miami Beach Pride
Hydrate and Dress Comfortably
Pride is a marathon, not a sprint, so remember to pace yourself. Since most of the events are outdoors, drink lots of water, especially if you’re consuming alcohol. Also, wear plenty of sunscreen, and dress in light and comfortable clothing.
How to Get to the Miami Beach Pride Parade
If you’re planning to attend the parade, consider public transportation. You can take the Miami Beach Trolley or a rideshare to the parade route if you're staying in Miami Beach.
If you’re driving to Pride, you’ll find city garages on 7th Street between Collins and Washington avenues, as well as on 12th and 13th streets. Another parking option is the city garage at the end of the MacArthur Causeway on 5th Street and Alton Road. It’s about a 15-minute walk from Lummus Park.
Those coming from Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach or Orlando can take the high-speed Brightline train to Miami Central Station in Downtown Miami and then take a rideshare from the station to Miami Beach.
Keep an Open Mind and Bring Positive Vibes
Remember, this is a Pride festival, so keeping an open mind is a must. Pride is nothing if not a celebration of unbridled joy, so bring your positive energy and have a great time.
By: Matthew Meltzer | December 13, 2024