Each one has its own unique character and style. Other gay-friendly neighborhoods to check out are Clarksville and South Congress. In the downtown warehouse area You’ll also find the 4th Street Gay District that has a concentration of gay bars and nightclubs. As festivals are a popular reason to visit, beware as these large events limit availability and the price of accommodations skyrocket.Īs a whole, Texas is a very LGBT-friendly city however, the main gay neighborhood is East Austin, which is located near downtown. Winter is overall quite mild and dry with highs in the low-mid 60s. This is due to the very hot Texan summers (June-August) that can see daytime highs well over 90 degrees Fahrenheit. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, the best time to visit Austin is during the shoulder seasons, spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). So pack your bags, even just for the weekend, and find out for yourself what makes Austin a weird and fabulous gay destination. With the entire city boasting a gay-friendly culture, there’s no shortage of LGBT events, gay bars, clubs and attractions. The city has long attracted artists and musicians making it also the live music capital of the world and you can find live music almost everywhere. As the capital of the Lone Star state, Austin has a rich historical past, an innovative food scene, art and culture and countless outdoor activities, attractions and venues. The city has been put on the map by hosting national events like Austin City Limits Festival and South by Southwest (SXSW). The program is TBC, however, so stay tuned.įor an unforgettable experience in Boogie Wonderland, mark your calendar and spend early August deep in the heart of Texas, disco dancing at Austin Pride.Although a visit to the great state of Texas may not be on your list of gay-friendly destinations, Austin should definitely be at the top with its eclectic mix of cowboys, hipsters and a colorful LGBT-scene.
Pride Week in the Texas capital city commences this year on August 2, and will be full of diverse events for Austin’s LGBTQ community. Although the parade and festival both take place on one big Saturday in August, other events such as Austin Pride Gay Skate take place throughout the year.
AGLPF is a 100% volunteer-run, nonprofit organization dedicated to managing and organizing Austin’s annual pride celebration and related events. It promises to be bigger and better than ever, with over 400,000 attendees expected. Now organized by The Austin Gay and Lesbian Pride Foundation (AGLPF), which formed in 2010, Austin Gay Pride marks its 29th year for 2019. Register for a spot in the Austin Pride Parade here.
Parade admission is free and open to the public, but register if you want to march and not just observe from the sidelines. The route will include three stages: The Paramount on Congress Avenue, the intersection of Congress Avenue and 4th Street, and the rooftop at Austin’s popular gay bar, Rain. In keeping with its usual route, this year’s parade begins at the Texas State Capitol Building, with the march continuing down Congress Avenue and turning right onto 4th Street through the Warehouse District. The Austin Pride Parade will be held on the same day, from 8pm to 11pm. So, bring the kids! Tickets will be available at the festival gates: $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 7-17, and free admission for children 6 and under. Among the planned offerings are inflatable games, carnival rides, and Drag Queen Story Time under the big tree in the family zone.
There will be more than 140 vendor booths on display, abundant food and drink options, and much more. The festival will kick off on Saturday, August 10 at 11am at Fiesta Gardens on Jesse E. This summer day will be a perfect opportunity to bust out your sparkly disco shirt, tube socks, and short-shorts. This year's edition is themed 'Boogie Wonderland' (the Austin Pride 2018 theme was 'REVOLUTION!') and it will include an all-day festival at Fiesta Gardens (a beautiful public park alongside Lady Bird Lake) as well as an evening parade at the Texas State Capitol. Happy Pride!Īustin Pride is filled to the brim with exciting entertainment and events that will include something for everyone. For full details on Austin Pride 2022, be sure to check out the official event program.