RIDING THE WAVE OF PROGRESS

NO GOING BACK

50 Years of Santa Cruz Pride

EST. 1975

Featured Events

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Exhibit: Out of the Closet and Into the Streets
May 30
Exhibit: Out of the Closet and Into the Streets
Law Enforcement Survey
Jun 18
Law Enforcement Survey

Queer people survey to complete about law enforcement.

Amplify Art, Music, Memory and Pride
Jun 27
Amplify Art, Music, Memory and Pride

Fun evening for the family at the MAH and MK Gallery with a Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music performance.

Monterey Peninsula Pride
Jun 28
Monterey Peninsula Pride
Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music
Jul 27
Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music

Colorful and Courageous

Out Now! 50th Anniversary Merchandise & Apparel

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Nothing says coastal beach town quite like a classic VW Vanagon! We loved seeing this beauty in the parade, perfectly capturing Santa Cruz’s unique coastal vibe. It’s a reminder of how our community embraces its roots while celebrating di
A huge thank you to Cheer SF for always being so supportive and for showing up and showing out at our 50th anniversary celebration! Your energy and spirit truly lit up our Pride festivities, and we’re grateful to have you with us! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️
Check out these two amazing individuals in stunning dresses, bringing flair and fabulosity to the parade! Their style perfectly embodies the spirit of Pride and the joy of self-expression. Stay tuned for more highlights from our unforgettable 50th a
In celebration of our 50th anniversary, we are thrilled to feature our 2005 Grand Marshal, Curt Keyer, alongside a fabulous photo of 2005 Grand Marshal Maurice Carillo, who was well represented during the festivities while out of town. This year, we

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Our Mission.

To provide a platform for visibility and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.

NO GOING BACK

About Us

Santa Cruz Pride is the largest LGBTQ+ event in the Central Coast and the third oldest Pride Parade and Festival in California, attracting over 7,000 participants annually since 1975. Our 50th Anniversary is in 2025. We will be celebrating with our parade and festival on June 1, 2025 in downtown Santa Cruz.

Ride the Wave With Us!