Events and parties during Tokyo Pride 2026

Pride Festival is the event for Tokyo Pride. Taking place at the Yoyogi Park Event Plaza June 6-7 from 11am to 6pm, the event welcomes over 200 exhibition booths and food and drink stalls from LGBTQ+ organisations both domestic and international.

The festival features a number of stage performances, with singer Thelma Aoyama and drag queen Durian Lollobrigida, both co-stars of the hit Netflix reality series The Boyfriend, acting as MCs on the first day. The second day of the event welcomes actress Miyu Nakagawa to the stage as MC, plus the return of drag queen and entertainer Baby Vaggy.

The second day of the festival (June 7) is the Pride Parade, which saw over 15,000 participants last year. The shebang starts at 12noon at the Yoyogi Park Event Plaza, continuing throughout the Shibuya and Harajuku area. Participation is free.

Close out the parade and festival with a big ol’ party in the beating heart of queer Tokyo: Shinjuku Nichome. On the night of June 7 from 6pm to midnight, head to Aisotope Lounge and nightclub Arch for a night of dancing and fun. Tickets are ¥3,000 (two drinks included).

Calling all party boys. Agartha is one of Japan's largest gay parties, taking place across all five floors of nightclub Zerotokyo in Kabukicho. The legendary experience features a line-up of local and international DJs, including Bangkok-based star Callmekevin, plus more go-go boys and drag queens than you can shake a pole at.

It's a night not to be missed, as dating app 9monsters and the ever-popular Eagle Tokyo are both celebrating anniversaries at the space – stop by to see what surprises they have in store.

Looking to keep the Pride going after the parade, but not in the mood for partying? Skip the dance floor and head to Tokyo Comedy Bar in Shibuya instead for a night of laughs featuring a few of the city's queer and queer-friendly comedians.

The 90-minute show starts at 9pm and tickets are ¥2,000 each – purchase yours here.

Aimed at queer teenagers and young adults, Youth Pride acts as a place to network and meet other LGBTQ individuals in a welcoming and safe space. The two-day event features several goings-on from panel discussions to a fashion show, all aimed at encouraging LGBTQ youth and proving opportunities for connection and growth.

This year’s Youth Pride takes place at With Harajuku Hall June 13 from 12noon to 5pm and June 14 from 10am to 5pm. Entry is free with no pre-registration required.

Show your support for queer artists on June 21 at this creative fair at Black Bird Eatery. You’ll see a wide variety of creative works from postcards and illustrations to ceramics and glass art available for purchase.

The event runs from 1pm-5pm. Entry is free, but please purchase one drink.

Casket of Horrors showcases some of the most daring drag performers Tokyo has to offer, plus burlesque shows, live musicians and other performing artists all across the alternative and queer art community. Known for its dark, theatrical and avant-garde atmosphere, the show blends haunting visuals with high-energy acts, offering audiences a night that is both immersive and unpredictable. 

This is the 20th edition of the show and will feature both established performers and emerging talent. Casket of Horrors takes place on June 28 from 7pm to 10pm. Tickets are ¥3,000 in advance (purchase here), ¥4,000 at the door or ¥5,000 for a VIP ticket, which includes a front row seat, popcorn, one free drink and a professional photo with the cast.

This free, monthlong exhibition happening from June 3 to 28 features artworks created by queer artists, offering viewers a chance to peruse LGBTQ+ art and show their support by purchasing their favourite artists’ works.

Speaking of favourite artists, a tip box will be set up so that you can vote for your faves; the winning artist receives ¥100,000. To get in on the action and catch some queer culture, drop by the newly opened Queer Space Tokyo, a community space in Minato completed only in January of this year.