2023 - 2024 Events

Looking for community? These events in Montgomery County are geared toward various aspects of LGBTQ+ community life. Do you know of an event that should be on this page? Click here to submit an event and we’ll add it.

Pride in the Plaza

Pride in the Plaza is a day-long LGBTQ+ pride festival in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring. From fierce drag shows to mind-blowing musical acts, this is an event you won't want to miss. Come out and celebrate your unique self while also supporting the queer community.

When: Sunday, June 30th, 2024 12pm to 8pm

Where: Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Pl., Silver Spring, MD 20910


Live in Your Truth Nights

LIYT Nights & Drag Duels is a live entertainment series featuring live music, comedy performances, choreographed dance, and more! While simultaneously bringing awareness to vital advocacy causes, LIYT Nights serve as a fun and inclusive atmosphere, providing entertainment, arts/culture, resources, advocacy, and community.

When:

Friday, May 31, 2024 | 6:30pm

Friday, June 21 , 2024 | 6:30pm

Where: Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Pl., Silver Spring, MD 20910


MCPS Community Pride Day

Join MCPS students, staff and community-based organizations for a day of community pride! There will be a keynote speaker, workshops, DJ, calm room, karaoke, crafts, story hour, and more!

When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 1:30pm-5pm

Where: Bethesda Chevy Chase High School


Rockville Pride

Rockville’s Human Rights Commission celebrates Pride Month with the annual Rockville Pride event in June at Rockville Town Square. The event is free and open to all ages, and features live performances, information booths and dialogue, and arts and crafts/children's activities.

When: Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 2pm-5pm

Where: Rockville Town Square, 36 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850


MoCo Pride Prom

MoCo Pride Prom is a prom for LGBTQ+ high school and community college youth across MD, DC, and VA. The event allows students to proudly attend prom, dress however they are most comfortable, and dance - without fear - with whomever they choose.

When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 7pm-10:30pm

Where: Silver Spring Civic Building, 1 Veterans Pl Silver Spring, MD 20910


Takoma Park Pride

Takoma Park’s annual street festival celebrating LGBTQ+ communities.

When: Sunday, June 9, 2024 10am-2pm

Where: The Streetery (starts at 6929 Laurel Ave)


Glen Echo Pride Family Day

Glen Echo Park, in collaboration with the office of Montgomery County Council President Evan Glass and Rainbow Families, presents an annual Pride Family Day in the Bumper Car Pavilion of the park.

When: Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 11am-2pm

Where: Glen Echo Park