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Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 10:00 pm (GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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14th Annual 2026 Arkansas PRIDE Fest and Parade -Saturday October 17, 2026
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Date: Oct 17, 2026 11:00 am - Oct 17, 2026 6:00 pm (CDT)
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1110 West Capitol Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201, United States

About the event

The 14th annual 2026 Arkansas PRIDE Fest & Parade is scheduled for the weekend of October 17th! Our 2026 theme is " United in Pride 2.0" continuing and highlighting the tremendous response and support from across the state. This theme emphasizes unity across Arkansas's 2SLGBTQIA+ spectrum and allies while acknowledging our shared history and collective strength. This theme instills hope, joy, inclusiveness, and resilience. Get involved. Sponsors should email sponsor@arpride.org for our 2026 sponsor deck. We need your help in building and highlighting a more inclusive, progressive state, while retaining talent and encouraging businesses to recruit from the state's talented pool of LGBTQIA+ artists, students, professionals, and allies. Building a better state economically and socially. COME OUT and celebrate Arkansas' 2SLGBTQIA+ community in October, our history and coming-out month, and support our 365 programming. Check our website www.arpride.org for announcements. PRIDE IS A JOYFUL DEFIANCE! Here's where you'll find the links to all the applications you need to be a part of this year's festival. Applications are OPEN! We invite you to join us on Capitol Avenue for the parade: as a vendor, show off your talent as an entertainer, or participate as a volunteer. ALL are welcome to be part of the movement for equality that began at the Stonewall Inn in 1969.
Central Arkansas Pride
Central Arkansas Pride
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Central Arkansas Pride
Central Arkansas Pride
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About the application

Thank you for volunteering for the 2026 Central Arkansas PRIDE Fest and Parade. Volunteers are the heart of our organization. Without you, our event wouldn’t be possible. On behalf of the board of directors and volunteer staff, thank you, welcome to the Central Arkansas Pride family! Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, form new connections, and contribute to your community. There are numerous opportunities to get involved. We will work hard to match you with something that matches your skill set and passion. Please report to the volunteer check-in area, located just past Capitol Avenue at Cross Street. Parking is available in the lot behind Discount Tires. Please report to the check-in tent before your shift. We will provide a variety of snacks and drinks in the volunteer zone for your service. We want to make this a fun opportunity for you to meet new people. Thank you for your service to the LGBTQIA+ community. All are welcome.

Terms & Conditions

Volunteer Bill of Rights You Have the Right to: A safe and fun work space, free from discrimination, disrespect, and discouragement To be treated as a valued co-worker and not free help A suitable work assignment with consideration for personal preference, temperament, education, and experience Know as much about the organization as possible, including its people and its programs Thoughtfully planned and effectively presented training Sound guidance and directions from an experienced and well-informed member of our team Be heard and share your opinions Recognition for the hard work you’ve done, the time you’ve put in, and the help you have freely given. We appreciate all the work you are doing for us! We uphold these values to make sure that your experience with Pride is a positive one.

Related files

2026 Volunteer Waiver and Release of Liabilty

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Logistics Equipment assistance Thursday Maumelle Oct 16, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 4 6
Logistics Equipment assistance Friday varies Oct 17, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 4 7
Pre PRIDE Fest Vendor Guides Capitol Ave and Cross Oct 18, 2025 6:00 am - 10:00 am 4 4
PRIDE Fest pre setup Capitol and Cross CAP info tent Oct 18, 2025 7:00 am - 11:00 am 12 4
Parade setup and guides 8th and Arch ST. Oct 18, 2025 8:00 am - 11:00 am 8 3
PRIDE Fest Volunteers early shift Capitol Ave and Cross CAP info tent Oct 18, 2025 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 16 4
ASL interpreter Stage Oct 18, 2025 11:00 am - 4:00 pm 2 5
Beverage Tent Capitol Ave Oct 18, 2025 11:00 am - 6:00 pm 10 7
Family Zone early shift Family Zone Oct 18, 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 4 3
First Aid -Emt /Nurse/ Physcian Capitol Ave and Cross St CAP info tent Oct 18, 2025 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 4 6
Family Zone late shift Family Zone Oct 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 6 4
PRIDE Fest Volunteers late shift Capitol and Cross CAP Info Tent Oct 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 16 4
Pride Breakdown Capitol Ave and Cross Oct 18, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 10 4
After PRIDE Logistcs Sort and Supply Return Maumelle Oct 20, 2025 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4 4

Questions on the application

Volunteer information

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  • Phone
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  • Emergency contacts
  • T-shirt size

Additional information

  • Sign volunteer waiver
  • Shirt size needed?
PRIDEFest Week Volunteers
PRIDEFest Week Volunteers
14th Annual 2026 Arkansas PRIDE Fest and Parade -Saturday October 17, 2026
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