2026 NWA Pride

About the event

Join us in celebrating 22 vibrant years of the state’s largest LGBTQ Pride celebration! This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of NWA Equality and honor the founders whose vision sparked two decades of advocacy and service. What began as a grassroots effort has grown to serve more than 45,000 people annually, advancing LGBTQ dignity, visibility, and belonging across Northwest Arkansas, the state of Arkansas, and the Mid-South region. --- NWA Pride Weekend is presented by the Tyson Family Foundation and produced by Northwest Arkansas Equality, Inc.

Dates

Jun 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM - Jun 27, 2026 · 8:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Arkansas, United States

500 W. Dickson Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States

Directions

Parking instructions

There is no dedicated parking for NWA Pride events. We encourage attendees to carpool, use rideshare, or take public transit. Many streets will be closed for the parade—please plan ahead for detours and road closures. Parking may be available on surrounding blocks and in the parking garages on Spring Street, N. West Avenue, Lafayette Street, or at the Fayetteville Public Library. Be sure to follow all posted signs and pay any required fees. NWA Equality is not responsible for parking tickets, fines, or towed vehicles.

Health & safety

NWA Equality collaborates with the City of Fayetteville, the Fayetteville Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Central EMS, and local health agencies to help ensure a safe and secure environment during NWA Pride Weekend. Additional precautions are coordinated with health-oriented sponsors and partners to address heat-related concerns and other common health risks. Please be advised that June weather in Northwest Arkansas can be extremely hot and humid. Attendees are encouraged to stay hydrated, take regular breaks in shaded areas, and monitor their physical well-being throughout the event. If you or someone near you requires assistance, please seek help immediately. By participating in NWA Pride events, attendees voluntarily assume all associated risks. NWA Equality is not responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or accidents that may occur. We appreciate your cooperation in helping create a safe and welcoming Pride Weekend experience for everyone.

Other applications

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2026 NWA Pride Parade Application

Deadline: May 15, 2026

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This form is for all parade groups to apply for participation in the 2026 NWA Pride Parade.

All applications require payment at the time of submission. However, if your application is rejected, we will refund your entry within seven business days.

Each parade entry requires a separate registration. Please do not combine groups or unregistered candidate election campaigns unless you have explicit instructions from NWA Equality's staff. Combining groups causes check-in issues and complicates the parade lineup.

Confirmed event sponsors should contact Richard Gathright at info@nwapride.org for information regarding parade and vendor spaces related to their sponsorship agreement.

2026 NWA Pride Festival (Friday) Vendor Application

Deadline: May 01, 2026

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This form is for all organizations to apply for participation in Friday's Rainbow Row Market at the 2026 NWA Pride Festival.

All applications require payment at the time of submission. However, if your application is rejected, we will refund your entry within 14 (fourteen) business days.

Each entry requires a separate registration. Please do not combine groups unless you have explicit instructions from NWA Equality's staff. Combining groups causes check-in issues and complicates the market's layout.

Confirmed event sponsors should contact Richard Gathright at info@nwapride.org for information regarding parade and vendor spaces related to their sponsorship agreement.

2026 NWA Pride Festival (Saturday) Vendor Application

Deadline: May 01, 2026

Apply now

This form is for all organizations to apply for participation in Saturday's Rainbow Row Market at the 2026 NWA Pride Festival.

All applications require payment at the time of submission. However, if your application is rejected, we will refund your entry within fourteen (14) business days.

Each entry requires a separate registration. Please do not combine groups unless you have explicit instructions from NWA Equality's staff. Combining groups causes check-in issues and complicates the market's layout.

Confirmed event sponsors should contact Richard Gathright at info@nwapride.org for information regarding parade and vendor spaces related to their sponsorship agreement.

Terms & Conditions

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