Entertainment Application

The Reading Pride LGBTQ+ Pride festival is the oldest and largest festival of its kind in the area celebrating its 18th anniversary in 2024 and continuing to grow. Last year's festival was the largest ever, with over 5,000 attendees, 170 vendors, 15 food trucks, and 30 performers, and this year will be even larger. The 2024 Festival formerly know are Reading Pride Festival, will now be Known as the Berks Pride Fest. Vendor, sponsor & entertainer applications go live on January 1st, 2023. Sponsors, vendors, and entertainers are encouraged to complete the applications early. Everyone will also have the option to participate in the parade with a float or walking group. (Vendors should See parade options in the application) Sponsors this year will be listed as sponsors of the Parade & Festival and have the option to participate as described in their sponsorship package. There are many sponsorship opportunities, but if you don't see one that suits your needs, please feel free to reach out. We will be pleased to discuss options. Vendors are encouraged to take a look at our Berks LGBTQ+ Alliance site and consider membership as members receive discounted vendor fees. www.berkslgbtqba.org   *Please note that participation in the Parade on July 20th, 2024 in the City of Reading is a separate application & fee. Vendors who join the Berks LGBTQ+ Business alliance before submitting their application can also take advantage of that discount.