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The best Miami Beach Pride events, from drag brunches to gay field day
Don we now our gay apparel! Pride Month has arrived.
Rainbow flags? Check. Booty shorts? Check. Ten days of awesome events that celebrate the LGBTQ+ community? Check and check. Miami Beach Pride returns to the city April 2 to 12 with a jam-packed lineup of social events, drag shows, live music, family-friendly programs and so much more.
Back for its 18th edition, the annual Pride festival honors the culture and resilient spirit of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities across South Florida and beyond, and everyone is invited to the party – allies, friends, glamorous divas, and corporate daddies, too.
Beyond the official festival, a range of local artists and organizers will host their own Pride events this month. There’s a Key Biscayne field day with a drag queen body builder, a “wigalicious” pop-up by a Wynwood ghost, and a sizzling photo booth with local photographers, just to name a few.
Revelers, start your engines. Here are the best Miami Pride events to check out in April, and a few Time Out insider tips to party like a pro.
Wait, back up…isn’t Pride Month in June?
Yes, global Pride celebrations typically happen in June. Given our city’s temperamental summer weather, Miami Beach Pride takes place in April. The schedule also considers the sea turtle nesting season, which runs May 1 through October 31 in the state of Florida.
When is Miami Beach Pride?
The official Miami Beach Pride festival takes place April 2-12, 2026.
Where is Miami Beach Pride?
The biggest events take place April 10-12 at Lummus Park. The famous Pride parade happens on Sunday, April 12. This guide includes official events and non-sanctioned satellite events happening around Miami.
Are kids allowed at Miami Beach Pride?
Yes, several events welcome families and young audiences. Others are strictly 21 and older. Check with event hosts for details.
Where should I stay for Miami Beach Pride?
Keep close to the action at The Betsy Hotel, an elegant boutique Michelin Key resort with year-round cultural programs. Also nearby, the luxurious Ritz-Carlton, South Beach offers a glamorous stay with culinary offerings by Chef José Andrés. For a laid-back vibe with poolside events, check into Moxy Miami South Beach or hang with the cool kids at the newly-renovated Shelborne by Proper hotel.
