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SUMMARY:Riverside's Inland Empire Pride Festival 2023
DESCRIPTION:VIPride Access \n\n\n\nPRIDE is free for everyone\, but if you'd like to help out the event and elevate your experience\, get your VIPride badges to Riverside's premiere PRIDE festival! Not only will your ticket benefit Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity\, you'll enjoy these POWERful exclusive perks! \n\n\n\nExpedited check-in · VIP buffet · Private VIP bar · Special access area to view the main stage · VIP swag bag · Commemorative badge · Truly EXCLUSIVE! Only 50 badges available! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our 2023 Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMedia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Zone \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nDecorations \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring our festival? Please check out our sponsorship packet. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur FREE Pride festival returns in 2023 on Sunday\, September 10\, 2023. This year we will be at the Riverside Convention Center! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplications \n\n\n\n\nSponsor\n\n\n\nExhibitor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n#PRIDE is in Riverside! Join us for a day of celebration\, elevation\, and reflection. You will enjoy performances by unique entertainers\, dance to the beat of up-and-coming LGBTQIA+ performers\, experience queer art displays\, and enjoy the company of LGBTQIA+ oriented and friendly organizations and companies. \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event. Hours are as follows: \n\n\n\n\nDoor opens at 12 PM\, after 7 PM 18+ only\n\n\n\nExpo floor: 12 – 7 PM\n\n\n\nYouth Zone: 12- 6 PM (17 and under by Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance)\n\n\n\nWorkshops: 12 – 7 PM\n\n\n\nMain Stage: 2 – 10 PM\n\n\n\n\nRiverside LGBTQ+ Pride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity\, 100% volunteer-powered. We cannot succeed without our dedicated volunteers and the community's support. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe mission of the festival will be to give our communities a safe and fully inclusive place to celebrate their true selves\, educate about LGBTQ+ issues and history\, commemorate those who came before us and who have sacrificed for progress\, and illuminate our current community to increase visibility and shine a light on those making change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe festival will be at the Riverside Convention Center. We have both the outdoor plaza space\, and the entire Upper Concourse. \n\n\n\nElements\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSomething for everyone! \n\n\n\n\nMain Stage Entertainment\n\n\n\nWorkshops and Panels\n\n\n\nExhibitors\n\n\n\nArtist Showcase\n\n\n\nYouth Zone (17 and under)\n\n\n\nFood & Beverage\n\n\n\nDJ and dancing out in the open areas\n\n\n\nFestival-only Merchandise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainers\n\n\n\nHeadliners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHYMIG @hymtherapperTiktok @hymtherapper \n\n\n\nGrammy award winning and world-renowned rapper and entertainer. HYM has been on San Francisco Pride main stage\, Long Beach\, Orange County\, Phoenix\, LA and headlined Sacramento Pride. As an Inland Empire native\, HYM has a huge fan base in SoCal. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMariah CountsIG @mcshmammerTiktok @mariahcounts \n\n\n\nMariah's performance is fun\, high energy and inspires connection between the stage and audience. She speaks directly to people's hearts and performs like nobody and everybody is watching simultaneously. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeyoIG @officialleyoTiktok @officialleyo \n\n\n\nLatin recording artist and self-proclaimed fitness addict\, Leyo is an independent artist raised by Mexican parents. Influenced by the greats of Latin music\, spinning what they did on its head and doing it his way. Sexy\, swaggy\, vibe music with passion and meaning. \n\n\n\n\n\nFEATURING\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDAMAG3@itsdamag3 \n\n\n\nNekeith@officialnekeith \n\n\n\nRon Blakely@ronblakely \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMwauhshell@mwauhshell_band \n\n\n\nJoey Young@itsjoeyyoung \n\n\n\nJeffrey Chan@jeffreychanmusic \n\n\n\nJahida Sky@jahidasky \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJackette Knightley@jacketteknightley \n\n\n\nKirby Labrea@creoleshowboy \n\n\n\nMcDonatella@mcdonnatella \n\n\n\nDanity Zann@danityzannofficially \n\n\n\n\n\nMain Stage Schedule\n\n\n\n12:00 PMDoors Open1:00 PMJahida Sky1:40 PMMwaushell2:20 PMJeffrey Chan3:00 PMNekeith3:40 PMRon Blakely4:20 PMDrag Show hosted by Jackette Knightley\, feat. Kirby LaBrea\, Danity Zann\, McDonatella5:20 PMJoey Young6:00 PMDAMAG36:40 PMDJ Auras Josh7:20 PMMariah Counts8:05 PMLeyo8:45 PMBallroom by Ballmain9:40 PMHYMSchedule subject to change. See signage at event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ Lotus Banks @iamlotusbanks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEJ the DJ – @saygoej \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ Auras Josh – @djaurasjosh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ Gaspar Fuego @gasparfuego \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDj Pinochio – @djpinochio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshops & Panels\n\n\n\nPRIDE is more than just a party! We've got some great programming too. From speakers to projects\, get your brain on with our workshops & panels! All panels and workshops take place in the Stonewall Room.*Panelists\, hosts\, locations and performers subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:30pm – Drag Queen Story Time\n\nPresented by: Cellar Door Book StoreSpeakers: Linda Sherman-Nurick\, Scalene OniXxDescription: Kick off the Riverside Pride Festival with drag queen story time featuring Scalene OniXx! Get ready to be spellbound as our fabulous queens take the stage to narrate heartwarming tales that celebrate individuality and acceptance. \n\n\nWhether you're young or young at heart\, Drag Time Story Time is an experience that transcends age and embraces the power of storytelling to foster a sense of belonging and creativity. So\, grab your tiaras\, capes\, and sparkles\, and join us for a truly one-of-a-kind event where the magic of literature meets the artistry of drag. \n\n\n\n\n1:30pm – Reproductive Justice 101 w/ Planned Parenthood \n\nPresented by: Planned Parenthood Action Fund of the Pacific SouthwestSpeakers: Kira Pegues\, Public Affairs ManagerDescription: Our expert speakers and facilitators will guide you through a thought-provoking discussion on the historical context of reproductive justice\, including the impact of systemic inequalities on marginalized communities. Gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding reproductive rights and how they intersect with race\, gender\, socioeconomic status\, and more. You'll learn about the challenges faced by various communities and the importance of advocating for comprehensive reproductive rights for all. We'll also explore strategies for engaging in meaningful activism and supporting inclusive policies that respect individual autonomy. This workshop is designed to empower you with knowledge and resources to become advocates for reproductive justice. \n\n\n\n\n2:30pm – Sew Chic in 30: Live Dressmaking Demo\n\nSpeaker: Garland Hayes\, Couture Man Sewing (CMS)Description: Join us for an informative session with Garland Hayes of Couture Man Sewing\, where he will demonstrate the art of sewing by creating a stunning dress in just 30 minutes. Hear about his journey and learn all the essentials about world of sewing in this exciting event! \n\n\n\n\n3:15pm – Vote With Pride – LGBTQ+ Representation in Politics\n\nPresented by: Equality CaliforniaSpeakers: Congressman Mark Takano\, Councilmember Erin Edwards\, Equality California Advisory Board Member Jesse Melgar\, Assemblymember Dr. Corey JacksonFacilitated by: Brock CavettDescription: Step into the world of progressive politics and learn how you can become an LGBTQ+ rights advocate. Join us as we bring together influential leaders from the LGBTQ community who have shattered barriers and become trailblazers in the fight for equality. Discover how they are fighting for LGBTQ+ rights at all levels of government. This panel promises to be a powerful and insightful discussion on the importance of LGBTQ representation in shaping a more diverse\, accepting\, and equitable political landscape and how you can put power behind your voice. \n\n\n\n\n4:30pm – Celebrating Diversity & Wellness: Queer & Trans BIPOC Health\n\nSpeakers: Gabe Maldonado – TruEvolution\, Dr. Sushant Bandarpalle – St. John’s Community Health\, Aiyana Davison – Certified Nurse Midwife\,  Renae Punzalan – Trans Health and Wellness CenterFacilitated by: I’chaDescription: Our panelists will share their insights\, personal experiences\, and professional expertise on the intersectionality of gender identity\, sexual orientation\, and racial identity\, exploring the multifaceted aspects of health that impact the lives of queer and trans BIPOC individuals. From navigating healthcare disparities and system barriers to exploring the unique mental health challenges experienced by queer and trans BIPOC individuals\,  our discussion will shed light on the importance of holistic well-being within this vibrant and diverse community. \n\n\n\n\n5:30pm – Know Your Rights Panel\n\nSpeakers: Jessica Carmona – Legal Aid At Work\, Amanda Goad – ACLU of SoCalPresented by: ACLU of SoCal and Legal Aid At WorkDescription: In an effort to promote awareness and empower the LGBTQ+ community\, our “Know Your Rights” panel aims to shed light on the current state of legal protections\, particularly in the wake of the recent Supreme Court ruling in the 303 Creative case out of Colorado. This informative session aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to understand their rights and options if they encounter discrimination at work\, at school\, in a business establishment\, and so forth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe venue is ADA accessible. There will be reserved seating area in front of stage for those who need it. Spoken content on stage will have ASL interpreters. We will also have a deaf/hard-of-hearing assistance table. \n\n\n\n\n\nWant to be involved?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Packet | Application (closed for this year)\n\n\n\nExhibitor Application (closed for this year)\n\n\n\nPerformers (closed for this year)\n\n\n\nArtists (closed for this year)\n\n\n\nVolunteers\n\n\n\n\nAlso\, check out our last year's content: \n\n\n\n\nPress Release\n\n\n\nEvent Page\n\n\n\nGallery\n\n\n\nVideos\n\n\n\nDigital Program\n\n\n\n\nRSVP either below or on Eventbrite for your free ticket and be notified of event details!
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