Pride month is in June, celebrating in Myrtle Beach and SC area. Here are upcoming events
June is pride month, when the LGBT communities come together to celebrate the freedom to be themselves.
Pride month is celebrated the whole month of June.
Some local events in the Myrtle Beach area that will be going on this month to celebrate in wild and colorful ways.
Grand Strand Pride
The Grand Strand PRIDE event is coming back to Chapin Park in Myrtle Beach. For an evening of celebration, community, and love. This event is open to all and promises to be an unforgettable experience. Let’s come together to show our support for each other and celebrate local Pride month.
Attendees are allowed to bring their own food/refreshments and Chairs! Please be sure to clean up after yourself!
Where: Chapin Park, 1498 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
When: Friday, June 2 | 4 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pride On The Plaza
Join Pride Myrtle Beach and Ripley’s Aquarium for a fun filled, family friendly day on the plaza in front of Ripley’s Aquarium located at Broadway at the Beach. Celebrate diversity and community with family and friends and enjoy games, music, face painting, street performers and more.
Where: Ripley’s Aquarium, Broadway at the beach, 1110 Celebrity Cir., Myrtle Beach
When: Friday, June 2 | 3 p.m.
Admission: Free | suitable for all ages
Pride Bar Crawl
The 6th annual Myrtle Beach Pride Bar Crawl will be the proudest party of the year.
Where: The Funplex, 1405 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
When: Saturday, June 17 | 3 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available Get your tickets now
PRIDE MONTH CELEBRATION PICNIC
Tidal Creek Brewhouse will host the 3rd Annual Pride Month Celebration Picnic. Come celebrate Pride month with great food, drinks and entertainment in the Beer Garden behind Tidal Creek Brewhouse. The day’s entertainment will include live bands, drag performances and a DJ for dancing under the sun! Food and drink menu provided by Tidal Creek Brewhouse. Dessert food specialty food trucks will be on site for sweet treat purchases.
Where: Tidal Creek Brewhouse, 3421 Knoles St., Myrtle Beach
When: Saturday, June 3 | 1 - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Outfest Columbia
Outfest Columbia focuses on the LGBT community of Columbia, SC, showcasing our local talent, vendors, and businesses— all celebrated during national Pride month. Outfest is a weekend of fun in the gay bars and clubs of Columbia, SC Enjoy great dining, drinks and more during the day. This event attracts visitors from all over the state.
Where: The Vista, 1200 Park St., Columbia, SC
When: Saturday, Jun 3 | 1 - 5 p.m.
3rd Park Circle Pride: An LGBTQ+ Festival
The 3rd Park Circle Pride: An LGBTQ+ Festival in the Park Circle Pride neighborhood of North Charleston, SC An event for all ages celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. The festival will be a week of events at various locations around the area including bars, restaurants, breweries, and more.
Where: Commonhouse Aleworks, 4831 O’Hear Ave., North Charleston, SC
When: Tuesday, June 6 - Sunday, June 11
Admission: Free with some ticketed events
Upstate Black Pride 2023
Black Pride is a community event that is all inclusive and an opportunity to love and be loved on regardless of ethnicity, identity, orientation, and gender. A parade and festival will take place on Saturday, June 24.
Where: S. Main St., Greenville, SC
When: Sunday, June 18 - Sunday, June 25
Pridefest 2023
The 3rd Annual Pridefest, this year we are going back to our roots. This year there will be even more fun, even more excitement, and even more connections to the organizations and businesses that love and protect our LGBTQIA+ youth and families.
Where: First Baptist Church,847 Cleveland St., Greenville, SC
When: Saturday, June 10 | 11 a.m.
Admission: Free
Rock Hill Pride Festival
Local businesses and community members are joining together to put on this festival that celebrates our LGBTQIA+ community, our town’s diversity, and of course...LOVE!?️?
Where: Rockhill Downtown Historic District, E. Main St., Rockhill, SC
When: Saturday, June 17 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Celebration of the Rainbow- Pride Week - Wine & Watercolor
Abstract Watercolor Art Celebrating the Rainbow during Rock Hill’s Pride week. For a hands-on learning experience. Learn basic watercolor skills and take home beautiful art work using all the colors of the rainbow. Each workshop is about 1 and a half hours long. Participants over the age of 21 will be offered one glass of wine along with little snacks.
Where: The Mercantile, 153 East White Street, Rock Hill, SC
When: Friday, June 23 | 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $55
