Overview
Get ready to cruise into a fabulous celebration of our LGBTQ+ community because we are ridin' with PRIDE in 2025.
In the face of national escalating legislative and societal challenges, Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center encourages community members, allies, and accomplices to show their Pride and support for LGBTQ+ people.
WHEN: Sunday, August 17 from 2 to 7 p.m.
WHO: LGBTQ+ community members and allies, including more than 300 vendors, artists,
community organizations, and sponsors
WHERE: The SteelStacks: 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015
The event at the SteelStacks will include accessibility features such as free entry, ASL interpreters, ADA restrooms, large-print Pride guides, alcohol-free experiences, indoor air conditioned spaces, accessible seating for those with disabilities, indoor sensory-friendly area, spirituality space, and reserved parking near the festival entrances.
History of the Pride Festival
Lehigh Valley's Pride Festival acknowledges the achievements and progress made in and by the local queer community and beyond. It has been a vibrant community event since 1993. In 2017, Pride of the Greater Lehigh Valley merged with Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center.
The exciting community event provides a spotlight on LGBT arts and culture, connects thousands of community members to local resources, provides full-day programming for LGBT youth and teens, and celebrates the diversity in our community. Lehigh Valley Pride has grown to include over 5,000 attendees. Allentown is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and 70 miles east of New York City. The Lehigh Valley is home to a population of approximately of 800,000 people.
The event includes vendors, merchants, artisans, business services and community groups, games, and live entertainment.