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Photos: San Antonio's 2025 Pride Bigger Than Texas Celebration
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San Antonio closed out Pride Month Saturday night with the largest LGBTQ overnight parade in the country.
The 43rd Event Bigger Than Texas Parade lit up North Main Way, as thousands marched through the city's new Pride Cultural Heritage District.
This year's parade featured 135 entrants, including many colorful floats and displays, that followed a large festival at Crockett Park.
"Just seeing everybody cheering about the matching thing, the collective of all of it is really beautiful," said a parade goer who went by her first name, Abbey Road. "Everyone should celebrate who they are and not be afraid to do that. We shouldn't have to live in apprehend, just to subsist . So be arrogant and be loud."
For Olga Tello, participating in the celebration was about existence an ally to her friends and remembering those who have passed away.
"I had a lot of them during the AIDS epidemic that passed away, so I'm here for them," she said. "And I'm here to cheer on the recent community members and support them. I've
Experience the vibrant 'Pride Bigger Than Texas,' San Antonio's official Pride celebration. The event kicks off with a Pride Festival at Crockett Park, running from 11 AM to 7 PM. You can enjoy diverse fun, local vendors, Texas wrestling, a health fair, and a Self-acceptance wedding ceremony. As the daystar sets, the largest LGBTQIA+ evening parade in the region lights up at 9 PM. The parade travels along North Main Avenue, featuring floats and marching units. No ticket is needed to watch the parade, but local businesses may offer premium seating for a fee. Pets are welcome, but ensure they're leashed and cared for in the heat.
Tickets information
Tickets required for festival admission, $12 presale and $15 on June 28th for ages 12 and above. Parade viewing is free; some businesses may charge for VIP seating
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Pride River Parades & Celebration
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This year, Pride’s bringing a little more boot. The Rainbow Rodeo theme celebrates San Antonio’s Texas roots and LGBTQ+ self-acceptance in full, bold color. From decked-out floats to cowboy flair, this pride is part party, part spectacle and all heart.
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Celebrating Pride in San Antonio
The Top San Antonio Celebration Month Events & Parades
San Antonio is a cultural hub that welcomes people from many different backgrounds. Our city is bursting with LGBTQ+-owned businesses and some of the liveliest Lgbtq+ fest celebrations in Texas. (Did you know we include the largest LGBTQ evening parade in the country? More on that later!) As you can estimate, there is no shortage of things to accomplish here for Pride Month! Let’s take a observe at the 2024 Celebration parades and events, as well as some of our favorite LGBTQ-owned businesses you can support year-round.
Pride Parades in San Antonio
Visit San Antonio Pride River Parades & Celebrations
June 1, 2024
Kick off Pride Month in San Antonio with our 3rd Annual Pride River Parades & Celebrations.
The La Villita & Arneson River Theatre Celebration
5-10 pm
Meet at the Arneson River Theatre for an afternoon of live on-stage entertainment from DJs, bands, impersonators, dancers, and more! Then, leader to La Villita Historic Arts Village to peruse food and art vendors.
River Parades
Museum Reach 6-7 pm | Downtown 9-10 pm
The Pride River P