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Festival Guide 2024
Welcome to the 2024 Las Vegas PRIDE Celebration! [...]
Hop on the Bus Pub Crawl
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.
Thank You for Being a Friend
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.
Love Family Group Brings Pride to Mesquite, Nevada
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.
Ron Quinn Human Rights Campaign 2024 Equality Award Honoree
“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.”
Statement from President Joe Biden on Nex Benedict
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.
Las Vegas PRIDE is Coming to Downtown Las Vegas in 2024!
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!
Las Vegas PRIDE at BigHorn Rodeo
Ye Haw, Cow Folks! Come join the Southwest rodeo fun as Las Vegas PRIDE rallies with the Nevada Gay Rodeo Association’s annual Big Horn Rodeo to be held Memorial Day weekend at Horseman’s Park, May 24 – 26, 2024.
Exclusively Inclusive
I mentioned we would have our Vegas wedding a year ago, and now I want to share how disability impacted the wedding planning. I didn’t realize how hard it would be. Or how sweet the reward would be. Our special day was filled with beauty, love, happiness, and inclusion, with so many loved ones, just as we dreamed!
The Harsh Reality of Being a Queer Creator
Growing up, I always knew I wanted to have some kind of platform, and I was determined from a young age to make it happen. My family didn’t really support my dream of having an online presence, especially after I came out. They worried about how I would be criticized. As a black queer influencer, I’ve experienced my fair share of hate. But nothing could prepare me for how much more intense it would get after announcing I was in a same-sex relationship online.
PRIDE Party at the Phoenix Bar and Lounge
The Southern Nevada Association of PRIDE Incorporated is pleased to announce their monthly partnership with the fabulous team at The Phoenix Bar & Lounge as we host together an exciting new event, PRIDE PARTY! Join us every 1st Saturday of the month from 7 – 9 pm as we celebrate Diversity and Community with PRIDE!
Letter from the President
Las Vegas PRIDE, also known as Southern Nevada Association of PRIDE, Inc., is OFTEN imitated but NEVER duplicated! We have served the community for 41 years and will be here until our mission is fulfilled! Our Board is comprised of volunteers, and we do our best to create fun, engaging, uplifting, and impactful content year-round!
From the Sticks to the Stacks
Karlyle Tomms is a pen name, a derivative of my birth name. I chose it because my birth name is more common than ticks on a hound’s back. That metaphor fits because I grew up in a four-room house in the sticks of Arkansas. My mother was from the sticks, and my father was from Las Angeles. So, I’m a hillbilly half-breed. I grew up in a fundamentalist church, and I was fourteen years old when Stonewall occurred.
Truth in Education
In a stirring address at a reception in recognition of Black History Month, Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the significance of acknowledging and learning from our nation’s history, emphasizing the critical role it plays in shaping our present and future while passionately discussing the importance of preserving and truthfully teaching the rich tapestry of Black history.
BigHorn Rodeo Returns
Get ready for a thrilling adventure as the BigHorn Rodeo 2024 kicks off from May 24 to May 26 at Horseman’s Park, located at 5800 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89122. This action-packed event promises three days of rodeo excitement, featuring various competitions and activities for both seasoned riders and newcomers alike.
Don’t be so f*cking naive!
Launched in November last year in the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, Positive+1 is a groundbreaking new social network dedicated to empowering the HIV community, whether you’re living with, affected by, or working within the sector.
Embracing Love In All Its Colors
Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and love knows no boundaries. For couples, this day holds a special significance as it provides an opportunity to celebrate the unique bond they share. In a world that is becoming increasingly inclusive, Valentine’s Day is a perfect occasion for LGBTQIA+ couples to express their love openly and proudly.
The Bent Inn & Pub
The Bent Inn & Pub is the brainchild of owners Greg Kafka and Mark Hunter. A gay resort property is not new to these gentlemen; they are seasoned veterans who previously owned properties in Palm Springs. In 2023, they both hit the ground running, participating in the Las Vegas PRIDE Parade and Festival, with soft opening events that included a New Year’s Eve Poolside Party.
Embracing Self-Love: Creative Ways to Celebrate Yourself
Valentine’s Day often conjures images of romantic dinners, chocolates, and flowers exchanged between couples. However, being single on this day doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the love and joy associated with it. In fact, Valentine’s Day can be an excellent opportunity to celebrate self-love, independence, and the relationships that truly matter.
Exclusively Inclusive
While I love wintery things, I can say my physical disability impacts all of them. Some impacts are positive, some create challenges, some cause anxiety, and some have been so upsetting that I wished I could have avoided the season altogether. Remember, I’m not an expert, and I’m only speaking about my own experiences, but to help explain, here are some examples.
A Gala of GOREgeous
Prepare for a night of mystery, macabre, and unbridled splendor as the Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence proudly present their 16th annual Red Dress charity event. Set to take place on Saturday, February 24, at the glamorous The Usual Place, this year’s theme, “Gala of GOREgeous,” promises an evening filled with excitement, all in support of the Sisters’ AIDS Drug Assistance Program (SADAP).
Letter from the President
2024 is already off to a busy start, and we are very excited for our 41st year of serving the community! Our PRIDE OUTside series returns from February through November, and you can check us out all over the valley. We will start the year at Historic Railroad Tunnel Trails in Boulder City.
What’s a Regent?
A Regent In Nevada is an elected official who governs the eight institutions of higher learning. Those institutions are publicly funded and comprise three universities, four community colleges, and a research institute. The importance of this body is to guide the entire system for the betterment of Nevadans. Let’s start with what a region is charged with doing.
Exclusively Inclusive
Getting married wasn’t something I thought we wanted. At least, I wasn’t sure it was something I wanted. As an adult, I always started my relationships with something like 1) I do not want to have children; not because I can’t, but because I don’t want to, and 2) I don’t know if I’ll ever want to get married. 3) Also, I have this physical disability, and here’s how that may impact you...
Navigating the Holidays Solo
The holiday season is often a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, for those who find themselves spending the holidays alone, it can be a challenging time. Whether due to distance from loved ones, personal circumstances, or simply by choice, being alone during this festive period doesn’t have to be a gloomy experience.