Pride Month is only a few weeks away, and it’s time to start making plans to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community! Check out this list of Pride events coming up, or, to celebrate all year-round, visit LGBTQIA-owned and LGBTQIA-friendly businesses with queer events.
PRIDE EVENTS
Delaware Pride Festival
Dover
June 1, 2024
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets: This is a free event.
As the largest LGBTA gathering in Delaware, this annual event celebrates diversity and includes live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and more!
Docklands Divas Drag Brunch
Wilmington
June 2, 2024
Starting at 1 p.m.
Tickets: $20 per person available at eventbrite.com.
Don’t miss this fabulous drag brunch on the riverfront! Celebrating all things love and diversity, this event will feature five performers.
Milton Pride Festival
Milton
June 8, 2024
4 to 8 p.m.
Tickets: This is a free event.
Join Milton Theatre and Sussex Pride in a Mardi Gras-themed Pride celebration!
Wilmington Pride Music
Wilmington
June 22, 2024
Starting at 6 p.m.
Tickets: Between $43 and $98+ per person available here.
At The Queen, you can enjoy a festival full of music, drag queens, local vendors and more!
Pride Day
Wilmington
June 22, 2024
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tickets: Included in regular zoo admission.
The Brandywine Zoo proudly celebrates the diversity of its plants and animals, staff, visitors and community with its fourth annual Pride Day event! Wear your pride gear to the zoo for a fun day of education programming, a scavenger hunt, story time and more!
Drag Brunch @ Pride
Wilmington
June 23, 2024
Starting at 11:30 a.m.
Tickets: $40.50 per person available here.
Enjoy a brunch buffet and a full bar at The Queen while the area’s best drag queens entertain you!
Rehoboth Beach Pride
Rehoboth Beach
July 18 – 21, 2024
Tickets: Times and tickets TBD.
Between live entertainment, delicious food and more, don’t miss this annual Pride weekend!
LGBTQIA-OWNED &
FRIENDLY BUSINESSES
Aqua Bar & Grill
Rehoboth Beach
With unique events and a history of supporting the LGBTQ+ community, Aqua Bar & Grill is the place to meet new people and make lasting memories.
Camp Rehoboth
Rehoboth Beach
As an LBGTQ+ community center, you can find the most up-to-date information on things to do while visiting Delaware’s resort area!
Crimson Moon Tavern
Wilmington
As an all-inclusive hangout for the LGBTQ+ community, this tavern is home to many special events including drag shows, karaoke nights and drink specials.
Diego’s Bar and Nightclub
Rehoboth Beach
As a local gay bar, this nightclub includes live entertainment and a friendly atmosphere with a beach and patio bar.
Freddie's Beach Bar
Rehoboth Beach
Freddie's welcomes all with open arms, and it’s the perfect place for casual dining by the beach.
Hamilton’s on Main
Newark
Where craft meets casual, this LGBTQIA-owned and friendly business welcomes you to enjoy fine dining and craft cocktails in a rustic setting.
Mercury Cafe & Teahouse
New Castle
This LGBTQIA-owned business serves delicious coffee, teas, baked goods and more. Be sure to check out their upcoming events, including live music!
Poodle Beach
Rehoboth Beach
This beach is located in South Rehoboth Beach, and it’s a popular queer hot spot!
Purple Parrot Grill
Rehoboth Beach
This LGBTQIA-friendly establishment offers good vibes, a lively Key West atmosphere and delicious food and drinks.
Rehoboth Guest House B&B
Rehoboth Beach
Stay at a charming gay-owned and operated B&B like the Rehoboth Guest House, just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean.
Rigby’s Bar & Grill
Rehoboth Beach
If looking for simple home cooking at its best, visit Rigby’s Bar & Grill! Don’t forget to check out their live music events and karaoke nights.
The Blue Hen
Rehoboth Beach
Enjoy American fare inspired by the region’s cuisine at this LGBTQIA-owned restaurant.
The Pines
Rehoboth Beach
With drag brunches and other events, The Pines is a modern tavern with creative American cuisine and crafty cocktails.
The Queen
Wilmington
The Queen always has exciting and diverse events coming up, including drag shows and more!