LGBTQ+ Pride Month Activities for Families

Thanks to our awesome East Bay community for helping us to assemble these great family-friendly Pride Month activities. Here are some tips for straight allies looking to join the rainbow, glittery festivities.

Share your favorite 2024 Pride Month ideas for young families in the comments!

Family-Friendly Pride Events for East Bay kids

Saturday, September 21, 2024

11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Pride in Martinez @ Martinez Waterfront Park, Martinez

Pride Month Events for Families in SF & Beyond

Pride Weekend at Filoli

Saturday and Sunday, June 1 & 2, 10 am to 5 pm, Woodside. Filoli Pride Weekend includes fluttering ribbons, a rainbow walk, and all the colors in the garden. Learn more >

Proud of my Family at Children’s Discovery Museum

Saturday, June 1, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, San Jose. Children’s Discovery Museum celebrates family diversity. Make crafts, march in a parade, groove in the dance zone and participate in other activities that promote inclusion and diversity. See more >

Clayton Pride Parade

Sunday, June 2, 10 am, Clayton. This 3rd Annual parade and festival will be marching down Main Street in downtown Clayton. Families are welcome to picnic in the park during or afterward. Find details >

Family Pride Pool Party

Friday, June 7, 4 – 7 pm, Walnut Creek. Come to a festive pool party for the entire family at Larkey Park Swim Center. Open to families of all ages. Bring your own picnic or stay tuned for confirmation of food trucks on-site. Register in advance to secure a spot >

Trans March

Friday, June 28, San Francisco. The Trans March will take place at Dolores Park. Details are being finalized. More info >

Bay Area Discovery Museum Pride Celebration

Saturday, June, 29, starting at 10 am, San Francisco. With a focus on children 1-8, this Pride Celebration features Drag storytime, DIY rainbow wings, the Out & About Mobile Bookstore, and a kid-led parade in the afternoon. Wear your rainbows. Festivities are included with the price of museum admission. More info >

San Francisco LGBT Pride Parade

Sunday, June 30, starting at 10:30 am, San Francisco. The Parade/March will travel through the heart of downtown San Francisco beginning at 10:30 am. Afterwards, visit the Pride Family Garden sponsored by Our Family Coalition as part of the Pride Celebration Festival. Learn more >

Pride Day Concert

Sunday, June 30, 1 pm – 2:30 pm, San Francisco. Listen to the Golden Gate Band perform music from LBGTQ composers during the annual Pride Day concert. Visit website >

Pride Month Eats

Pride Cookies at Arizmendi

Traditionally, the bakery serves up the most cheerful (big) rainbow shortbread cookies that will bring smiles to faces of all ages. Available throughout June. 4301 San Pablo Ave, Emeryville.

Try a Pride Sundae at Humphry Slocombe

Berkeley, Oakland, or Bay Street – Emeryville. Historically served up every June, the sweet treat is totally unique and delicious. 2948 College Avenue, Berkeley; 2335 Broadway, Oakland; or 5614 Bay St ste 234, Emeryville.

LGBTQ Resources and Organizations

All month long, read books that teach and celebrate LGBTQ Pride from the Berkeley library >

Our Family Coalition advances equity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) families with children through support, education, and advocacy. For more activities, see their evolving calendar of Pride events for families.

September 8, 2024. Oakland Pride Parade & Festival. Save the Date! Lots more details to come.

[Photo Credits: Heather Flett and Sharon McCutcheon]

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