Hood River Pride Celebration returns June 5-6, bringing two days of community events, drag performances, live entertainment and family-friendly festivities to downtown Hood River, Oregon.
Now in its fourth year, the annual celebration honors the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies while highlighting the destination’s commitment to inclusivity and belonging. The event is a collaboration among Visit Hood River, the Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance, The Next Door, Inc. and the Hood River Hotel.
“Pride in Hood River is about more than a weekend of events. It’s about showing up for one another and creating a community where people feel safe, valued, and celebrated exactly as they are,” said Hood River Mayor Paul Blackburn in a press statement. “This celebration reflects the spirit of Hood River and the many people and organizations working year-round to foster inclusivity, kindness, and belonging throughout the Gorge.”
The celebration will feature a variety of Pride-themed events throughout downtown Hood River, giving visitors and residents opportunities to connect, celebrate and support the local LGBTQIA+ community.
Highlights include:
Friday, June 5: Hood River First Friday Summer Series Pride Celebration (6-8 p.m.)
Hosted by Visit Hood River on Oak Street, the free, family-friendly gathering will feature local vendors, live music and a community Pride procession beginning at 7 p.m.
Drag Bingo (8 p.m.): Held in the Hood River Hotel’s Emerald Room, this 21-and-over ticketed event opens its doors at 7 p.m. Guests can expect an evening of lively entertainment hosted by regional drag performers, complete with bingo, comedy and high-energy performances.
Saturday, June 6: Diva Drag Brunch (Noon). Doors open at 11 a.m. for this 21-and-over event in the Emerald Room. The popular brunch will feature drag performances, live singing, burlesque acts and acrobatic entertainment from an all-star cast.
Pride Comedy Show with Bo and The Hood River Show (8:30 p.m.)
The weekend concludes with a comedy showcase in the Emerald Room. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for an evening of stand-up and entertainment.
“Hood River Pride continues to grow because this community continues to show up with openness, compassion, and support,” said Katie Kadlub, CEO of Visit Hood River in a press statement. “We are proud to help create spaces where people can gather, celebrate, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, and we’re grateful to the organizations, businesses, volunteers, and attendees who make this celebration possible each year.”
Proceeds from the celebration will support the Columbia Gorge Pride Alliance and its efforts to help LGBTQIA+ individuals thrive as equal and respected members of the community.
For more information, visit visithoodriver.com.
