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The 2025 OC Pride Festival is a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride and community, featuring a colorful parade, live entertainment on multiple stages, diverse cultural zones, and interactive activities for all ages. Held in Orange County, this ticketed event supports OC Pride's mission to Empower the LGBTQIA+ community in Orange County to be their authentic selves through celebration, education, and activism.
Dates
Sep 27, 2025 · 11:00 AM - Sep 27, 2025 · 10:00 PM(GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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California, United States
Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California 92626, United States
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Parking instructions
There is ample parking at the OC Fair & Event Center. Parking is $12 payable onsite via cash or credit card.
Drop-off and pick-up for ride-sharing or ride-hailing services is located at Gate 1 off of Fair Drive.
Health & safety
At OC Pride, we believe Pride should always feel like a joyful, welcoming celebration for everyone. Your safety and comfort are just as important as the music, the parade, and the community that comes together every year.
That’s why our Pride Parade and Festival are hosted at the OC Fair & Event Center—a fully enclosed, private venue. This setting allows us to provide a safer and more controlled environment, while still preserving the spirit of visibility and celebration that Pride is all about.
Security Measures in Place
Parade & Festival Security: The OC Fair & Event Center’s professional security team will be present throughout the event, with Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputies onsite, working alongside them to help ensure a safe and welcoming celebration.
Controlled Entry: All guests enter through secured gates with advanced weapons detection scanners that keep lines moving while maintaining a high level of safety.
Onsite Presence: Security officers and deputies will be stationed throughout the grounds to assist and provide support as needed.
Ongoing Monitoring: Security teams are actively assessing risks in real-time to help maintain a safe environment for all.
Community Accountability
We are committed to maintaining a space where everyone can celebrate freely, authentically, and safely. OC Pride reserves the right to refuse entry or remove individuals who pose a threat, violate community guidelines, or endanger others.
Pride is about celebration, visibility, and community. While we take security seriously, our goal is to create a space where you can relax, connect, and celebrate—knowing your safety is a top priority.
Event highlights
OC Pride Festival: Revolutionary
The wait is over! The official OC Pride Festival Map is here!
Join us on Saturday, September 27th at the OC Fair & Event Center for a full day of celebration, community, and pride.
Gates open at 12 PM and the fun goes until 10 PM!
Whether you’re here for the music, food, community, or all of the above, this map will guide you to every magical corner of Pride.
Tickets are just $20 online or $25 at the gate. VIP options available. And we still have a couple Ultra VIP Cabanas left. Don’t forget ticket buyers get a FREE Disney Pride Night Tumbler Cup! (While supplies last)
Grab your tickets now at www.prideoc.com and start planning your Pride adventure today!
Blaze It Forward Parade
The Blaze It Forward Pride Parade steps off on Saturday, September 27 at 11:00 AM at the OC Fair & Event Center! The parade is completely FREE to view—so bring your friends, family, and community to line the route and show your pride.
✨ Arrive early for the Pride Cavalcade preshow performance you won’t want to miss!
Event FAQs
Got questions about the OC Pride Festival & Parade? We’ve got answers!
From tickets to parking , what you can (and can’t) bring, volunteering , and more. Chehttps://www.prideoc.com/faqck out the full FAQ at www.prideoc.com!
Disney Tumbler Giveaway
The next 2,500 people to purchase a ticket to the OC Pride Festival will receive a FREE Disney Pride Night Limited Edition Tumbler Cup!
Already got your ticket? You’re in! Just bring your ticket to the Info Booth inside the festival to claim your free cup.
Pro tip: Buy your ticket online to save $5 off admission
But hurry! These cups are in limited supply and sure to go fast!
Exclusive VIP Lounge
Step into the OC Pride VIP Lounge
Sponsored by State Farm Shabby Shaw Agency
Your VIP experience includes:
*Exclusive performances by Anastasia (Chappell Roan Tribute Artist), Mackenzee, Soul on Fire, Brandon Moreno, Jarli, and Meryacology
* Pride Karaoke hosted by Kia
*A Very Important Drag Show hosted by @Isabella.Xochitl
Plus, VIP perks:
* Private VIP restrooms
* Performer meet & greets
* Access to the lounge bar
Ultra VIP Cabanas
Step into the ultimate Pride experience with our Ultra VIP Cabanas, graciously provided by our friends at IKEA!
Your experience includes:
* Private shaded lounge (up to 6 guests)
* Express entry + VIP Lounge access
* Dedicated cocktail server (drinks not included)
* Priority stage viewing
* Meet & greet access with select performers
* Disney Pride Night tumblers included
Seats up to 6 guests. Add-On tickets available for additional guests (up to 4) for $125 each.
Availability is extremely limited so secure your cabana today and celebrate Pride in comfort & style!
Artists' Village
Step into The Artists’ Village at OC Pride 2025! Discover a colorful marketplace filled with one-of-a-kind finds, from stunning prints and handmade jewelry to creative arts and crafts.
Meet and support talented LGBTQIA+ creatives while exploring unique treasures that celebrate artistry and community.
Club Vibe: Silent Disco
Step into the beat at Club Vibe: Silent Disco, The ultimate vibe zone at the OC Pride Festival.
Check out a pair of headphones, tune in to our amazing Pride DJs, and vibe out to incredible tunes all day long. Whether you’re grooving solo or dancing with friends, the energy here is electric—and it’s all happening in your own private soundscape.
*Multiple channels.
*Non-stop Pride beats.
Health & Wellness
Your Health Matters at OC Pride! We’re excited to announce the Health & Wellness Zone, proudly sponsored by Kaiser Permanente!
This zone is all about supporting our community with vital resources, because pride is not only about celebration. It’s about taking care of ourselves and one another.
* Explore free mental health resources
* Access HIV testing and PrEP information
* Connect with inclusive healthcare resources
Leather Hall
The Leather Hall is BACK! One of OC Pride's most popular zones and powered by ONYX Southwest, this 18+ space is where education and exploration come together.
What to expect:
* Fetish Best Practice Resources
* St. Andrews Cross
* Live Demonstrations
* Adult Vendors
* Interactive Walk-In Demos
Pride City
Welcome to Pride City, a new zone at the OC Pride Festival showcasing the heart of hometown prides across the county!
Meet and connect with your local Pride organizations and campus GSA groups, discover community resources, and join in on games & crafts that bring us all together.
Snap a memory at the photo booth and celebrate what makes each city’s Pride unique!
Powered by Ladera Valley Pride
Pride Family Camp: Read the Rainbow
Step into a world of imagination at Pride Family Camp during the OC Pride Festival!
From crafts & puzzles to story time, rainbow trivia, and a photo booth celebrating banned books — there’s something magical for every family.
Sponsored by SEGA & OC Soccer Club
Powered by OC Public Libraries
Teen Pride
We’re so excited to announce the return of Teen Pride, a festival favorite just for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies!
Sponsored by our amazing friends at The Frida Cinema and powered by the LGBTQ Center OC, this space is all about connection, creativity, and fun.
* Arts & Crafts
* Lip-Sync for Your Life
* Cool & Proud Chill Zone
* Photo Booth
* Counselor’s Corner
*Teen Resources & Workshops
The Haven: Spiritual Wellness Area
Find your center at The Haven: Spiritual Wellness Area.
Take a break from the excitement of the festival and recharge your mind, body, and spirit. Powered by Queer Faith of Orange County & The OC United Methodist Church Collective, The Haven offers:
* Community Mural
* Blessing & Prayer Table
* Whispers to Water, Queer Saints & Blessings
* Our Sacred Stories
* Meditation Area
* Queer Faith Book Exhibit
Trans for Real
Sponsored by Gilead and powered by Alianza Translatinx, this space is dedicated to celebrating, uplifting, and empowering our trans and non-binary community.
Highlights include:
* La Realeza Drag Garden
* La Quinceañera Photo Booth
* Arte, Altar & Hope Tree
* Baile Queer: Cultural Dance Zone
* Digital Resource Wall
* Glam Tent
Zero Proof: Sober Pride Space
Introducing another amazing festival zone: Zero Proof Sober Pride Space! Powered by The Phoenix, this safe and vibrant space is all about celebrating Pride while supporting and uplifting sober living.
* What you’ll find inside:
* Glitter Bar
* Giant Connect Four
* Messages of Hope Board
* Cornhole
* Sober Living Resources
* Support for Living Sober
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Sponsorship
Meet our Sponsorship!
Kaiser Permanente Orange County
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B. Braun
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City of Costa Mesa
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Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County
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Gilead Sciences, Inc.
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HR Foodies - Regal Resources, Inc.
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Angels Baseball (Los Angeles Angels)
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Rutan & Tucker, LLP
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Shabby Shaw State Farm Agency
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Sega of America Inc.
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Segerstrom Center for the Arts
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The Frida Cinema
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Virgin Galactic
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CCRM Fertility - Newport Beach
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Falck USA
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IKEA Costa Mesa
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OC Soccer Club
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