In the vibrant tapestry of Las Vegas, where every glimmering light tells a story, a narrative of resilience and community is woven within the walls of LGBTQ+ establishments like Le Café and the Red Barn. These sanctuaries of acceptance, though often overlooked, stand as monuments to the courage and defiance of those who dared to challenge societal norms.

Each June, we celebrate PRIDE by honoring our past and respecting the elders who started our movement at Stonewall and beyond. This June, we will be celebrating at several events. Be sure to check out our calendar and save those dates!

History will remember what we do this election. Will the American people – will Nevadans – rise in support of democracy? Will they speak out in defense of a society that is fair, just and equal for all Americans, and against assaults on LGBTQ+ rights; on reproductive freedoms; on racial injustice? The imperative to take action has never been greater. If we are to advance pro-LGBTQ+ initiatives instead of just blocking an anti-LGBTQ+ agenda, it comes down to this year’s election.

The One, the Only, the Original, the Authentic - 2024 Las Vegas PRIDE Hop On the Bus Pub Crawl is set to take the streets officially on June 22, 2024, during our National Pride Month celebration! Our official pub crawl will be sponsored and led by our incredible friends at the Phoenix Bar and Lounge and hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Las Vegas PRIDE 2024 Derek Guerrero and Norma Llyaman. Reserve your seat today.

An Instagram post. That’s how I first learned of the Las Vegas Gay Softball League (LVGSL). I wasn’t even living in Las Vegas at the time, but I was still based in Wisconsin, slowly spending more and more time out West as a part of my sports journalism career in the poker industry.

Tucked away near the border of Arizona and Utah, Mesquite, NV, is home to an LGBTQIA+ Non-Profit Organization who is rounding the corner on their 4th Annual Pride Celebration. Love Family got their start back in 2021 after seeing a need for education, unity, and support in their community.

“I Love Ron Quinn! He’s an amazing leader and a wonderful friend.” This quote could be a summation of everyone’s first thoughts of Ron. Ron relocated to Las Vegas in 1991 to assist his father in the family business. It was at this time he attended his first Las Vegas PRIDE Festival at Sunset Park. He recalled, “It was a completely different experience in May as opposed to a Southern California PRIDE. It was HOT.”

Jill and I are heartbroken by the recent loss of Nex Benedict. Every young person deserves to have the fundamental right and freedom to be who they are, and feel safe and supported at school and in their communities. Nex Benedict, a kid who just wanted to be accepted, should still be here with us today.

After much planning and anticipation, Las Vegas PRIDE is excited to announce that in March of 2024, the Las Vegas City Council approved plans to host Las Vegas PRIDE Parade AND FESTIVAL on 4th Street in the world-famous Downtown Las Vegas! Central from all parts of the Valley, Downtown has ample parking, amazing public transit, walkable hotels, and all the exciting vibes of Freemont Street, Arts District, and all things VEGAS!