Thank you St. Joe!

Thank you, St. Joseph, for making the 2026 Pridefest an incredible weekend. We loved seeing so many people gather at Civic Center Park on June 26 and 27. You showed up in full force despite the summer heat to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion.

Moving the festival back to June for Pride Month was a great success. The energy in the park was unmatched. Thank you to everyone who cheered on the parade, shopped with local vendors, and enjoyed the live bands and drag entertainers. A special thank you goes to First Christian Church and all our local sponsors for keeping this event free and accessible.

We also want to deeply thank the allies who stood alongside their LGBTQIA+ friends and family. Your solidarity shows that St. Joseph is a true community of unity and acceptance. We look forward to seeing this celebration grow even more next year.