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Photos: San Antonio's 2025 Pride Bigger Than Texas Procession
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San Antonio closed out Pride Month Saturday night with the largest LGBTQ blackout parade in the country.
The 43rd Celebration Bigger Than Texas Parade lit up North Main Street, 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 alike thing, the society 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 remain. So be pleased and be loud."
For Olga Tello, participating in the pride was about creature 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 fresh community members and support them. I've
Pride River Parades & Celebration
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Visit San Antonio created the Lgbtq+ fest River Parade to promote the city's inclusion, encouragement, and support of the LGBTQ+ community to live openly with equal rights.
This year, Pride’s bringing a little more boot. The Rainbow Rodeo theme celebrates San Antonio’s Texas roots and LGBTQ+ lgbtq+ fest in full, bold color. From decked-out floats to cowboy flair, this procession is part party, part spectacle and all heart.
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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 amusement, local vendors, Texas wrestling, a health fair, and a Celebration wedding ceremony. As the star sets, the largest LGBTQIA+ darkness 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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Celebrating Pride in San Antonio
The Top San Antonio Self-acceptance 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 Identity festival celebrations in Texas. (Did you know we possess the largest LGBTQ darkness parade in the country? More on that later!) As you can estimate, there is no shortage of things to undertake here for Pride Month! Let’s take a see 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