Your Guide to Cleveland’s 2024 Pride Events

Cleveland’s 2024 Pride celebrations promote a colorful and inclusive array of events that showcase pride in the LGBTQIA+ community. From parades and parties to community gatherings and educational celebrations, there’s a lot to look forward to in Cleveland’s Pride events this year.

Whether you’re a local or a first-time visitor to Cleveland, CLE Clothing Co. offers the ultimate guide to exploring the city’s exciting lineup of activities!

Plan Your Cleveland Pride Experience

Cleveland Pride Parade

Taking place in the heart of downtown Cleveland, the Cleveland Pride parade is the perfect way to kick off your day. This event features floats, marching bands, and community groups, so there’s plenty to see. Plus, the parade is a powerful and cheerful display of unity and celebration, and ends with a rally at Public Square where performers take the stage!

Pride in the CLE Festival

Immediately following the parade, you can stick around Public Square to take part in the Pride in the CLE Festival. This all-day event includes live music performances and a wide variety of food and drink vendors, making it the ideal spot to celebrate with friends and enjoy your day in an upbeat way!

Cleveland Pride Bar Crawl

The Cleveland Official Pride Bar Crawl is set for June 22, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., with the event celebrating pride, love, and unity with themed cocktails, upbeat entertainment, and a lively atmosphere. Tickets include access to multiple venues, drinks, an after party, and other special offers. Keep in mind that participants must be 21 or older.

Progressive Field Pride Night

Looking to celebrate Cleveland’s 2024 Pride Day while also cheering on your favorite baseball team from the stands? Grab your favorite Cleveland baseball shirt and join your fellow sports fans for a great game as our city celebrates Pride Day. Special themed activities and a portion of ticket sales benefit LGBTQIA+ local charities. This event from the Guardians is a fun way to join in on the festivities while also supporting the community!

Gordon Square Arts District Gallery

Travel through various galleries in the Gordon Square Arts District throughout Pride Month to enjoy works from local and national LGBTQIA+ artists. These galleries and their artworks span various themes and techniques and offer an array of forms of creative expression!

Akron Pride 5K Run

Lace up your tennis shoes, grab your favorite Akron Pride shirt, and get ready to race through Akron’s scenic streets at the Akron Pride 5K on August 23, 2024, starting at 7:30 p.m. at Canal Place. Celebrate love, diversity, and wellness with a fun and inclusive crowd. Whether you’re running in person or virtually, there’s something for everyone, so register now to secure your spot and be part of this vibrant event supporting the LGBTQIA+ community!

Party in the Yard

Located in Lakewood, Ohio, the Party in the Yard event kicks off right after the festival ends downtown. Starting at 6 p.m., this free bash is the ultimate celebration! Enjoy a mobile bar, free photo booth, and giant yard games such as cornhole, bocce ball, ping pong, and more. Gather your friends for an evening of fun and to make memories in the Fieldhouse Courtyard.

Shop the Perfect Cleveland Pride Apparel at CLE Clothing Co.

Whether you’re hanging out in the streets during the parade or cheering on the Guardians, complete your ensemble with the perfect Cleveland Pride apparel from CLE Clothing Co. We’ve got everything from vibrant rainbow Cleveland tees to subtle, statement-making accessories.

Also, be sure to also take a trip to our downtown shop during the festivities, located conveniently on the corner of Euclid Avenue and East 4th.