OUT IN THE OPEN: Rainbow Parade, Market & Cinema

About the event

Join us on Saturday, October 25th from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST for a vibrant evening of celebration, connection, and community. The festivities begin with our colorful Parade, bringing joy and visibility through the streets. After the parade, stroll through the lively Night Market, where local vendors, artisans, and community partners will showcase their work, offering everything from handmade goods to delicious treats. As the evening unfolds, gather under the stars for our screening of Rainbow Cinema, a two-hour family-friendly movie screening that will close out the night. The market will run until 9PM, and the film will wrap by 10:00 PM, concluding the event. This is more than a celebration—it’s a chance to honor Pride, connect with others, and share a welcoming space where everyone can feel seen, loved, and free to be themselves. Whether you’re marching, shopping, volunteering, sponsoring, or simply showing up to enjoy the night, there’s a place for you Out in the Open.

Dates

Oct 25, 2025 · 5:00 PM - Oct 25, 2025 · 10:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

South Carolina, United States

248 E St John St, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306, United States

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Parking instructions

Parking is located across the street and local parking garages.

Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

4 active applications

Food Trucks & Desert Vendors

Deadline: Oct 21, 2025

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This year's Rainbow night market is sure to be A Sparkling Evening of excitement! Hosting a booth is an excellent way to reach new customers and connect with the Community. This application is for food trucks & desert vendors.

For-Profit Select Booths

Deadline: Oct 21, 2025

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This application is for for-profit businesses.

This year's Rainbow night market is sure to be A Sparkling Evening of fun and excitement! Hosting a booth is an excellent way to reach new customers and connect with the Community.

NOTE: You must supply your own power. No outlets are available.

Non-Profit Booths

Deadline: Oct 21, 2025

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This application is for non-profit Organizations

This year's Rainbow night market is sure to be A Sparkling Evening of fun and excitement! Hosting a booth is an excellent way to reach new customers and connect with the Community.

NOTE: You must supply your own power. No outlets are available.

Non- Profit Religious Booth

Deadline: Oct 21, 2025

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Sponsors

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Volunteers

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1 active application

Volunteer for Out in the Open; Parade. Market. Movie

Deadline: Oct 13, 2025

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Calling all VolunQueers. Register her for select volunteer departments and shifts. We look forward to an energetic day of fun and pride unity!

Other applications

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1 active application

Out in the Open Rainbow Parade Registration

Deadline: Oct 21, 2025

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Calling all sparkle lovers, rainbow riders, and neon dreamers! Get ready to roll into history with us for the FIRST-EVER Upstate Pride SC's "Out in the Open Rainbow Parade".
This isn’t just a march… we added Golf Carts too —and we want YOU behind the wheel or riding shotgun Limited 4 and 6 passenger golf carts are available to rent—so grab your crew and reserve yours ASAP! Deck your cart out in neon, day-glo, rainbows, and all the things that make you Happy, Visible, and Proud! This is your chance to show off your Pride creativity and light up the streets like never before. Reserve your golf cart below.

No cart? No problem! You can still march, strut, and sparkle with us on foot—because every step is a step for Pride. Register your Organization below for free. Let’s make this first parade unforgettable!

**This parade is about celebrating Pride, honoring community, and having fun safely. Thank you for helping us keep it family-friendly, welcoming, and joyful for all.

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