Polk Pride is back and prouder than ever. From June 10-17, Lakeland will be honoring the LGBTQ+ community with a slew of events. If you want to keep up with all the pride around Swan City this month, here’s the rundown.
Pride in Polk
Polk Pride is an event of the Lakeland Youth Alliance, a nonprofit organization that provides support for LGBTQ+ youth. The annual Polk Pride event works towards that mission by raising awareness and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.
Event round-up
- Pride on Tap | Saturday, June 10 | 2-5 p.m. | Swan Brewing, 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland | Free entry | The whole family can join in on raffles and auction items to benefit Polk Pride
- Pride for Youth | Wednesday, June 14 | 6:30-9 p.m. | United Women’s Club, 1515 Williamsburg Sq., Lakeland | Free | Those ages 11-17 are welcome to join the Lakeland Youth Alliance Pride Party.
- Pride in Faith | Thursday, June 15 | 7 p.m. | Beacon Hill Fellowship, 220 W. Beacon Rd., Lakeland | Free | All faiths are welcome at this service hosted by faith partners who stand in support of Pride.
- Pride Kickoff | Friday, June 16 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Parrot, 1030 E. Main St., Lakeland | Free entry | Get Pride weekend going with drinks, dancing, and drag.
- Pride in the Park | Saturday, June 17 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Munn Park | Free entry | The whole family is welcome at this festival with live entertainment, food trucks, and vendors.
- Pride After Dark | Saturday, June 17 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Lkld Live at Rec Room, 202 N. Massachusetts Ave., Lakeland | $15 | Close out Pride with this after party — 21+ only, please.
All aboard the Brain Bus
The Alzheimer’s Association Brain Bus will be at Pride in the Park on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stop by to meet with trained Alzheimer’s Association staff to learn about local resources, caregiving, and diagnosis. Services are free — no appointment is necessary.
Events are still being updated. Follow Polk Pride on Instagram or Facebook to stay in the know.
How to get involved
We love a party, but Pride is also prime time to give back. Donations to the Youth Alliance help provide life-saving support to LGBTQ+ youth in our community.
