A Program of Galaei that invites the entire LGBTQ+ to Pride 2024: “BE YOU.” All LGBTQ communities and allies are welcome to join the march, with no registration required. Floats and vehicles are not permitted. When the march reaches the Gayborhood, the festival will begin, running from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm PRESENTED BY GALAEI ON SUNDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2024 , on Walnut to Pine Streets, and Quince to Juniper Streets, with other select roads closed around the festival footprint. The festival will feature over 200 small businesses and organizations, performers, entertainers, artists, vendors, local bars, food trucks, community organizations, stages, and much more. The march and festival are free to attend – and all food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Philadelphia Pride March and Festival are a proud part of Philly Gay Pride Month. 

Last year’s events were recognized by the CDC for employing a syndemic approach to meeting community needs and delivering tangible services and resources at the festival, while also delivering on the excitement that has become a hallmark of Pride events. Philly Pride 365 is a program of Galaei, a historic organization serving queer, trans, black, brown, indigenous, and people of color.

For 2024’s celebration, Galaei Philly Pride 365 has selected “BE YOU” as the theme, as coined during our planning meetings.  

Philly Pride 365 is led and coordinated by Galaei Staff,Contracted Production Staff and Volunteers.

Bailar Con Amor

 Galaei is bringing back “Bailar Con Amor,” an ode to Afro-Latinx heritage art and expression.

Kiki Alley

Kiki Alley, a celebration space highlighting the rich culture and history of the Philadelphia ballroom community, will also remain as a staple of Philly Pride 365’s Pride programming. Finally, the Philadelphia Muses Stage returns and will feature a diverse lineup of local performers and producers, and a headlining performance that will be released at a later date.  

Decompression Zone

 The Decompression Zone, in conjunction with Disability Pride PA, is a space for attendees seeking an accessible, low-sensory respite from festivities. This area will feature seating, tables, accessible bathrooms, a cooling station, a wheelchair charging station, and low-level music.  This provides a space for elders, those living with disabilities, and others seeking rest and relaxation during the event.

POP Wellness Zone

 In our POP Wellness Zone there will be Medical Services, resources, and activities staffed by local non-profits and CBOs including Action Wellness, Mazzoni Center, Courage Medicine, Therapy Center of Philadelphia, Perez Therapy, and Bebashi. We encourage everyone to stop by POP Wellness and receive resources such as on site testing, linkages to therapy, food support, housing, and other community needs. In addition, Galaei will continue utilizing a community safety model that highlights mental wellness services, social workers, and a professional contracted trained private security. All of these services will be on-site in collaboration with multiple local organizations.

Sober Space

 This year’s festival continues with unique food and beverage experiences. A dedicated Sober Space and dry bar for adults includes a stage for DJs and performances. In addition, food Truck Way features diverse meal possibilities, with accessible priced food options for all to enjoy. 

Youth and Family

 Youth and Family Programming will be an expansive space curated by several local organizations, including The Attic Youth Center, Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence, Galaei’s SPLAT program, Philly Family Pride, and the William Way LGBT Community Center. This space is alcoholand smoke-free and will feature age-appropriate and safe youth and family programming to celebrate all generations of Philadelphia Pride.

Community Support and Safety 

• Galaei is committed to creating safe events that encompass the intersectionalities of safety, wellness, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Private security will be hired for the PRIDE festival, with designated marshals for the parade and festival. 
• Galaei will employ a community safety model in accordance with city ordinances, the office of special events, and the office of lgbtq affairs. 
• The community safety and support model includes a contracted trained private event security (both roving and stationed), mental wellness services, social workers, and de-escalation specialists. 
• Each of the services will be on site in collaboration with multiple local cbo’s and non profit organizations.
• This action is a step in the path of transformative justice affirming our commitment to eliminating harm, and abuse at Pride events. 
• Continuing on this path requires more education for how all community members can feel safe and be safe as we care for ourselves, our communities, and our environment.