2026 Pride Events
Central New York Pride returns for 2026 with a celebration of events that reflect the strength, diversity, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. This year’s celebration includes the yearly parade and festival, as well as programming that centers joy, justice, and community connection.
CNY Pride is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies - this year’s Pride invites everyone to take part in honoring love as a radical force for change. Since its incorporation in 1996, CNY Pride has worked to create inclusive and affirming spaces throughout the Syracuse area, welcoming people of all identities, backgrounds, and abilities.
“CNY Pride has always been about being proud of who we are - both individually and as a collective,” said President Jimmy Monto. “While the environment may have changed this year, our mission remains the same: to uplift the Central New York LGBTQIA+ community and our allies through visibility, celebration, and united action.”
The schedule for Pride in
Central New York includes:
(We'll continue to update this page as events are announced.)
MAY 30
Bliss (by Meet Cute) & CNY Pride: QUEER PROM & Pride Month Kickoff Dance Party
9pm-1am | Salt City Bar | 484 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY
$15+ fees online, $20 Cash at door
Tickets on sale soon.
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JUNE 5
Skaneateles Pride Celebration
June 5-7 | Skaneateles, NY
Come Out CNY Queer Happy Hour + Wellness Corner
5-9pm | Salt City Bar | 484 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY
» FREE RSVP
Q Center The Black Parade Ball Pride Prom 2026
6-9pm | Salt City Bar | 103 Wyoming St, Syracuse, NY
$5 or 10 recyclable cans | Ages 16-29
JUNE 6
Annual Syracuse Progress First Light Flag Raising
11am | City Hall | 233 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY
SAGE Upstate Pride 5k fundraiser
9am | Long Branch Park | 3813 Long Branch Rd, Liverpool, NY
Through June 5: $35, Kids 12 and under: $15
***Must be registered by May 18 to guarantee a t-shirt.***
Virtual Registration: $45 includes postage for mailing t-shirts.
You can also register as a group.
Race Day Registration will be available 7:30 - 8:30 am, $40
JUNE 9
Pride Interfaith Service
7pm | All Saints Church | 3800 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY | Free
JUNE 10 + 11
Pride Ethos: A Living Exhibit
7-9pm | Everson Museum of Art | 401 Harrison St, Syracuse, NY
» Learn More
JUNE 11
Meet Cute (Mixer for Queer Mingles & Singles)
7-10pm | Emerald Cocktail Kitchen | 1333 W Fayette St, Syracuse, NY
$5+ cash or digital at door
Tickets on sale soon.
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JUNE 12
CNY Pride Kickoff Party
7-10pm | ALoft Hotel | 310 W Kirkpatrick St, Syracuse, NY
Tickets on sale soon.
JUNE 13
CNY Pride Parade (11am) and Festival (12-5pm)
Progress Park, Inner Harbor, Syracuse, NY | 11am-5pm
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The CNY Pride Parade and Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, held annually at Progress Park in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor. The 2026 event is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, beginning with the parade at 11am, followed by the festival from 12pm to 5pm.
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The parade features an energetic, colorful procession along Solar Street and West Kirkpatrick Street, showcasing the diversity and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies.
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The festival offers live entertainment, over 150 vendors, food and beverages, and a family-friendly area with activities for all ages. CNY Pride is committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment for all.
Pride Picnic
5pm | Wolf’s Den | 617 Wolf St, Syracuse, NY | Free!
The Official CNY Pride After Party with Willam
9pm (Doors open at 8pm) | Song and Dance | 115 E Jefferson St, Syracuse, NY | $25-$65 +fees
JUNE 14
Big Bear Film Fest Fundraiser hosted by Bear-A-Cuse and Manlius Cinema
6-8:30pm | Manlius Cinema | 135 E Seneca St, Manlius, NY
$20 suggested donation
JUNE 18
CNY Pride Night with the Syracuse Mets
4pm | NBT Bank Stadium | 1 Tex Simone Drive, Syracuse, NY
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JUNE 27
Bliss (by Meet Cute): PRIDE Queer Dance Party!
9pm-1am | Salt City Coffee & Bar | 484 S. Salina St, Syracuse, NY
$15+ fees online, $20 Cash at door
Tickets on sale soon.
» Follow Meet Cute on Instagram
Watertown Q Center Starry Night Pride Prom
More info soon | Ages 16-29
Tickets on sale soon.
Cazenovia Pride Fest
Lorenzo State Historic Site | 17 Rippleton Rd, Cazenovia, NY
JUNE 28
Guerrilla Queer Cafe - Pride Edition
2pm-4pm | Kelsey’s Coffee & Friends | 1200 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY
JUNE 30
LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Dinner with Come Out CNY and SAGE Upstate
6pm-8pm | CNY Philanthropy Center | 431 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY