Pride Month 2025 in South Jersey
Pride Month is a time for love, acceptance, celebration, inclusivity, and diversity. We want to make sure you don’t miss out on the fun, so we’ve made a list of events, important historical and cultural projects and exhibits, and LGBTQ+ organizations to help you plan your PRIDE! Enjoy these fun places and safe spaces, and make memories that will last a lifetime. All are welcome to join in on the festivities.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Organizations:
South Jersey
Appel Farm Arts & Music Center
Cumberland County Historical Society
Perkins Center for the Arts
Lucy the Elephant
Haddon Township Equity Initiative
PFLAG- Collingswood Chapter
Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Southern New Jersey
Statewide:
Garden State Equality
HiTOPS
The Pride Center of New Jersey
Out In Jersey (bimonthly magazine and website)
Partner Organizations Celebrating PRIDE:
Cumberland County Historical Society | Queer Oral History Project | The CCHS is currently working on an Oral History project highlighting the Queer History of Cumberland County, NJ. Through their research, they found more LGBTQ+ affirming organizations in the region, such as LGUC (Lesbians and Gays United for Cumberland County), GLOBAL (Gay Lesbian or Bisexual Alliance), and SJAA (South Jersey Aids Alliance). If you have any information to contribute to this project, please contact CHHS at brittlp48@gmail.com.
Perkins Center for the Arts & Moorestown Pride | Moorestown Pride Festival 2025 | Please join Moorestown Pride’s 2025 festival on National Coming Out Day, October 11th from 3pm to 7pm. Perkins Center for the Arts is hosting this event! Enjoy music, vendors, food and entertainment. Don't forget about the Puppy Parade!!! | Date & Time: October 11, 2025 from 3 PM to 7 PM | Location: Perkins Center for the Arts in Moorestown, NJ | More information.
Main Street Mount Holly | PRIDE Day 2025 in Mill Race Village | Main Street Mount Holly and Mount Holly pride invite you to PRIDE Day 2025 at Mill Race Village Shops. Celebrate a day of love, acceptance, and equality for ALL. This is a safe space and safe event promoting inclusivity, diversity, equality, and allyship. All are welcome to enjoy live performances, DJs, family friendly activities, story time with a drag queen, artisans, vendors and more. | Date & Time: June 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 4 PM | Location: Mill Race Village | More information.
Lucy the Elephant | Pride Month Merch | At Lucy, EVERYONE is always welcome. Lucy’s “Love.Live.Lucy” t-shirt is available for Pride Month! Available in Adult sizes only, this 100% cotton, black t-shirt is printed with a rainbow heart beat design across the chest with the words "LOVE. LIVE. LUCY." in grey letters. If your heart beats for Lucy, then you've got to get this shirt! | Purchase here.
Noyes Museum of Art of Stockton University | Under the Spotlight: Trans Identity, Drag Artistry, and the Politics of Now | Conversations around trans identities and drag artistry are more important than ever, as these communities continue to shape culture and challenge misconceptions. This Pride Month, the Noyes Museum of Art of Stockton University, in collaboration with Hammonton Pride, presents Under the Spotlight: Trans Identity, Drag Artistry, and the Politics of Now—a dynamic panel discussion featuring members of the Trans Equity Coalition alongside local changemakers and drag performers. | Date & Time: Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 6:00 PM 8:00 PM | Location: Kramer Hall, 30 Front Street, Hammonton, NJ, 08037 | More information and registration.
Pride Events in the South Jersey Region:
Atlantic County Queer Alliance | The ACQA has a wonderful list of Pride events in this month’s newsletter! Click here to get the details and plan your Pride events with friends and family!
Garden State Equality | Garden State Equality, New Jersey’s largest LGBTQ+ advocacy and education organization, has a great list of upcoming Pride events and LGBTQ+ resources. | Click here for event information. | Click here for important resources.
Thursday, June 12
Camden County Police Department | 5th Annual Camden Pride Walk | Join the Camden County Police Department for the 5th Annual Camden Pride Walk on June 12, 2025 from 4–7PM! The event will kick things off with a 3PM flag raising at police headquarters, then walk to Roosevelt Plaza (520 Market St.) for a celebration full of pride and community. | Date & Time: June 12, 2025 from 4 PM to 7 PM | Location: Police Headquarters at 800 Federal Street, Camden, NJ 08103 | More information.
Saturday, June 14
Toms River Pride Committee & Exit 82 Theatre Company | Toms River Pride 2025 | In its 7th year, Toms River Pride is a full day of celebration on Washington Street — including food, festivities, vendors and performances. For accessibility and inclusion, ASL interpreters will be present at all mainstage performances. | Date & Time: Saturday, June 14, 11am - 5pm | Location: Washington Street in Downtown Toms River | More information.
Pride Alliance of Pitman | The 5th Annual Pride in Pitman | Now in its fifth year, the Pride Alliance of Pitman is hosting its annual event featuring speakers, vendors, music and a true sense of community in the heart of town at 30 North Broadway. | Date & Time: June 14, 2025 from 10 AM to 3 PM | Location: 30 N Broadway | More information.
PEAK Secondhand | The Pride at Peak Fashion Show | The PRIDE AT PEAK FASHION SHOW is a fashion celebration meant to inspire, excite, and invigorate the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. It’s about feeling your best self through clothes, music, attitude and pride in your identity. This is a fashion show starring YOU! This year’s theme is “Flying Together, Flying Forever.” Wear colors, feathers, exotic, paradise, freedom & joy – outfits meant to make us fly with pride. Expect vendors, local organizations, music, and performances from Philly Drag Mafia. | Date & Time: June 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 3 PM | Location: 114 W. Merchant Street, Audubon, NJ | More information.
Main Street Mount Holly | PRIDE Day 2025 in Mill Race Village | Main Street Mount Holly and Mount Holly pride invite you to PRIDE Day 2025 at Mill Race Village Shops. Celebrate a day of love, acceptance, and equality for ALL. This is a safe space and safe event promoting inclusivity, diversity, equality, and allyship. All are welcome to enjoy live performances, DJs, family friendly activities, story time with a drag queen, artisans, vendors and more. | Date & Time: June 14, 2025 from 11 AM to 4 PM | Location: Mill Race Village | More information.
Wednesday, June 18
Equality Cape May | Cape May Pride March 2025 & Afterparty | Join Equality Cape May for the 2025 Cape May Pride March. Everyone will begin to gather at Cove Beach at 4:45pm and will continue to march to Convention Hall. The After Party will be held at the Inn Of Cape May: 7 Ocean Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. All Events are Family Friendly. | More information.
Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22
Seaside Pride Committee, Borough of Seaside Heights, Exit 82 Theatre, and Toms River Pride | Seaside Pride | Why revel for just one day when you can celebrate love, diversity and inclusion over a long summer weekend at the shore? That’s the spirit in Seaside Heights! Enjoy bonfires on the beach, live music, special discounts and more! Uncover details for festivities on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22.
Saturday, June 21
Atlantic County Queer Alliance | Pride in the Park 2025 | It’s not just another day in War Memorial Park! This family-friendly event will offer balloon art, face painting, food trucks, crafts, vendors and community resources for all participants. | Date & Time: June 21, 2025 from 11 AM to 3 PM | Location: War Memorial Park in Mays Landing | More information.
Harrison Township IDEA Board & Salem County Pride+ | Mullica Hill Pride Fest | Co-hosted by Harrison Township Idea Board and Salem County Pride+, this celebration at Safe Haven at Keneva Farm goes all out with a color run/walk, petting zoo, live music and even more family-friendly fun. | Date & Time: June 21, 2025 from 11 AM to 5 PM | Location: Safe Haven at Keneva Farm | More information.
Sunday, June 22
Byrdcage | The Great Pride Festival | The Great Pride Festival comes to Atlantic City, hosted by ByrdCage AC, the City of Atlantic City, and Miss’d America. Held at ByrdCage and O’Donnell Park in the University District, this celebration honors love, identity, and vibrant community spirit. The festival features live music, DJs, local food trucks, creative vendors, and a lively outdoor bar with specialty cocktails. Open to all LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, the event offers a welcoming space to connect, dance, and express authenticity. After the main event, the celebration continues at ByrdCage with an after-party running until 3:00 a.m., filled with music, food, and dancing. A $10 entry fee grants access to a full day and night of pride-filled festivities. | Date & Time: June 22, 2025 from 12 PM to 7 PM | Location: ByrdCage, 3426 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 | More information.
Saturday, June 27 - Sunday, June 29
The Venus Moon | Pride Weekend | Join Venus Moon Crystal Warehouse in celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! It is an exciting weekend of events. Paolo Lee will be hosting the weekend's festivities and offering a variety of free experiences for the community. | Date: June 27-29, 2025 | Location: The Venus Moon | More information.
Sunday, June 29
Woodbury Heart & Soul | Heart & Soul Pride Celebration | Get ready to celebrate love, identity, and community at Woodbury’s first-ever Pride Celebration hosted by Woodbury Heart & Soul! Join them for a vibrant day of LGBTQ+ Vendors & Local Artisans, Delicious Food Trucks, Live Entertainment & Music, Family-Friendly Fun & Activities. This is a celebration for everyone! | Date & Time: June 29, 2025 from 2 PM to 5 PM | Location: Lot 323 | More information.
Wednesday, July 23
Salem County Pride+ | Pride in the Park | Bring your friends, family, and your own picnic to relax and connect! Celebrate Pride in community. All are welcome. | Date & Time: July 23, 2025 at 6 PM | Location: Marlton Park in Woodstown at the Homan Pavilion | More information.
Saturday, July 26
Jersey Shore BlueClaws | BlueClaws Pride Night | The annual Pride Night at ShoreTown Ballpark will include a variety of promotions, food & drink specials, and fun for everyone! | Date & Time: July 26, 2025 at 7 PM | Location: ShoreTown Ballpark | More information.
