June is Pride Month! And Pride is for … EVERYONE. While Pride Month is a dedicated celebration and commemoration of activism for the LGBTQ+ community, it is also an opportunity to embrace diversity, inclusion, and equality. Plus, it’s just so much fun!
Wisconsin is host to some of the biggest Pride celebrations in the Midwest. While many are very inclusive for all ages, we recommend grown-ups use common sense and their judgment about what activities will be most appropriate for their kids at their specific ages.
MIDDLETON WI PRIDE
- June 13th, 1 pm – 6 pm
- Stone Horse Green, 7550 Hubbard Ave, Middleton
Middleton WI Pride is an event for ALL AGES celebrating Middleton’s LGBTQ Community! Enjoy vendors, food, live music, games, and more.
SUN PRAIRIE PRIDE FEST
- Saturday, June 27th, 12 pm – 4 pm
- Sun Prairie West High School
Sun Prairie Pride Fest strives to provide a safe and inclusive place where kids feel surrounded by support and love and this event is designed to be a wonderful celebration of family-friendly Pride! Enjoy arts & crafts, music, food, and more. Events include a Story Time, DJ Dance Party, Family Yoga, a magic show, plus a parade!
THE BIG GAY MARKET
- June 19th – 21st
- Alliant Energy Center
Come shop at The Big Gay Market, an indoor / outdoor LGBTQIA+ friendly shopping experience! There will be shops and vendors galore, both owned by and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Event admission is FREE!
PRIDE DRAG BRUNCH
- June, 21st, 1 pm – 4 pm
- The Bur Oak
Come celebrate Pride month at The Bur Oak. Admission is just $12, with delicious food and drinks available for purchase. With plenty of space to party, bring your friends, bring your energy, and let’s pack the house with PRIDE! Get Tickets Here
PRIDEFEST MILWAUKEE
- June 4th – 6th, 2026; Thurs 4 pm – midnight, Friday 3 pm – midnight, Saturday 12 pm – midnight
- Summerfest Grounds
- Kids 12 and under are FREE
Sure, it would be a bit of a drive down to Milwaukee, but totally worth it! PrideFest Milwaukee has been Wisconsin’s largest LGBTQ celebration since 1987. Held on the Summerfest grounds each year, you can expect a vibrant atmosphere, live music and performers, tons of vendors owned by members of the queer community, opportunities to support charities devoted to serving area LGBTQ residents, and so much more.
All ages are welcome at PrideFest, but kids 16 and under do require adult supervision.
Did we miss any of your favorite ways to celebrate Pride Month in Madison or the surrounding areas? Be sure to let us know and we can add it to the list!
HAPPY PRIDE!
