IRVINGTON — Irvington Pride 2026 is the 5th annual celebration in the historic neighborhood. It will take place on Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the day’s activities!
The Dr. Sally Ride Solidarity Walk begins at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Audubon and Bonna for a short walk to Ritter Ave. to show support.
More than 20 businesses and organizations will participate, including the Irvington Presbyterian Church (55 Johnson) with family activities with the Black Hat Society, a water station, medical services, and restrooms. At 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., they will host Wrestle Arts with a live wrestling match! The Irvington Public Library (10 S. Audubon) will have an 11 a.m. story hour for the kids.
There will be food trucks along Johnson Ave. Market Vintage (9 Johnson Ave) will have a diva photo booth, giveways, and much more. Just around the corner, there will be fun on all 3 floors of Irvington Lodge including live entertainment, food trucks, drag show, indoor market, community resources, and the Snug.
Shops along E. Washington will host giveaways, including a free pair of Pride socks from 1-3 p.m. or until the supply runs out at Black Sheep Gifts (5626 E. Washington). Hampton & Co. (5515 E. Washington) will hand out free mini Pride flags. Be sure to wear your Pride gear at Bazaar Oh! Vintage (5844 E. Washington) for a 50% discount on clothing items. George Thomas Florist (5609 E. Washington) will have an all-day happy hour and $1 stems. Check out Hazeables (5545 E. Washington) for delicious Pride decorated desserts and Rainbow snow cones. Trapdoor Tattoos at 5535 E. Washington will have $100 flash tattoos and piercing specials.
Bonna Avenue will host an Outdoor Market from 10-6 filled with vendors, community resources, poetry, music, food trucks, and much more. At 202 S. Audubon in Strange Bird’s parking lot will be a main stage with entertainment all day. Salon Citrine at 203 S. Audubon will do Pride hair designs.
These are just a few of the many activities that will be taking place on June 27, and everything is within walking distance within a few blocks. Celebrating Pride is more important than ever. Pride events foster visibility, acceptance, and solidarity for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies. Pride serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for rights, respect, and representation for all.
