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SUMMARY:Riverside's Inland Empire Pride Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for our 3rd Annual Pride Festival! Our FREE Pride festival returns in 2025 on Saturday\, May 10\, 2025. This time\, in historic White Park in Downtown Riverside. \n\n\n\nFollow us on social media @RiversideLGBTQ everywhere \n\n\n\nFacebook\n\nInstagram\n\nTwitter\n\nYouTube\n\nLinkedIn\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers Needed!\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are 100% volunteer-powered. All proceeds go towards helping keep our PRIDE festival and parade FREE for all attendees. “Pay what you can” is our model. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our 2025 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\nBronze Donor \n\n\n\nSabrina Gonzalez \n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity \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\nYouth Zone \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nMedia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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 LGBTQ History of Inland Empire\, and enjoy over 120 LGBTQIA+ oriented and friendly organizations and companies. Eat\, shop\, drink\, and dance! \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event. Hours are as follows: \n\n\n\n\nGate opens at 12 PM\n\n\n\nExhibitors/Vendors: 12 – 9 PM\n\n\n\nMain Stage: 2 – 9 PM\n\n\n\nBeer Garden: 2 – 8 PM (beer\, wine\, champagne)\n\n\n\nYouth Zone: 12 – 5 PM (17 and under by Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance)\n\n\n\nQueer History Corner: 12 – 6 PM\n\n\n\nWorkshops: 12 – 6 PM\n\n\n\nKaraoke: 3:30 – 5 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\nLocation\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\nLocated at Chestnut and Tenth St in downtown Riverside\, White Park was established in 1883 and was Riverside’s first City park. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElements\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere is something for everyone! \n\n\n\n\n120+ Vendors and Exhibitors\n\n\n\nMain Stage Entertainment\n\n\n\nFood & Beer Garden\n\n\n\nDJ\, picnic\, and dancing out in a park setting\n\n\n\nWorkshops and Panels\n\n\n\nYouth Zone (17 and under)\n\n\n\nFestival-only Merchandise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainers (Main Stage)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatina goddess Valentina (IG: @allaboutvalentina) was a contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race's season nine\, All Stars season four\, and co-host of Drag Race México season one. She's also ambassador for @LALGBTCenter and @TrevorProjectMX. Valentina identifies as nonbinary\, and uses she/her pronouns. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobert Rene (@robertrenemusic) is a pop singer/dancer hailing from Rancho Cucamonga\, CA\, whose journey in the entertainment industry has been a wild ride of phenomenal wins and unbelievable battles. Robert Rene has had a remarkable climb of over 10 million+ impressions across all of his social media platforms ever since his virality on TikTok and his socials has been taking a rise once and for all. He was featured as #4 of Top 10 artists to watch in 2024 by Rolling Stone Mena. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince 2022\, @athenakillsofficial has been a staple in many of our Pride events\, big and small. Pride bowling\, BBQ\, Holigay\, hosting our 2023 Gayla\, Athena Kills it every time. We love Athena and we can't get enough of her! We're honored to give her our shoutout as our 2025 Resident Queen! \n\n\n\nAthena will kick off Pride with Drag Queen Story Time on the Stonewall Stage\, then host the afternoon portion of our main stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMariachi Arco•Iris de Los Angeles (@mariachiarcoiris) is the first and only LGBTQ+ mariachi in the world. A unique and dynamic ensemble representing the traditions of the rich culture of Mexico\, this group was created as a haven for mariachi musicians who identify as LGBTQ+ to come together and perform traditional Mexican regional music in an otherwise “machista” and discriminating subculture of the mariachi world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSofya Wang is a California-based indie/alternative pop artist. Being a first generation Chinese-American and apart of the LGBTQ+ community\, @sofya_wang writes songs exploring her own interpersonal relationships\, sensuality\, and romanticism. With eclectic and ever expanding influences from top 40s pop\, alternative R&B artists\, indie electronica bands\, hip hop\, underground rave music\, to even sultry crooning country ballads\, Sofya effortlessly blends genres – just as she does with her own gender expression. Sofya's music truly represents the way she lives her life – with endless self exploration and fluidity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse (pronounced \bo\ \gree-gree\ ) to our main stage! @beauxgrisgris is a California-based roots rock (blending Blues Rock Americana\, Country\, and Soul) band created and led by Louisiana-born-and-raised musician Greta Valenti (Well Hung Heart) and UK British Blues Hall of Fame Inductee\, Robin Davey (The Hoax\, DVL\, Well Hung Heart). \n\n\n\nBeaux Gris Gris and The Apocalypse's debut album Love & Murder spurned Top 10 hits in genre charts across Europe. This year\, the band is releasing their 3rd album\, “Hot Nostalgia Radio” on their independent label\, GROW VISION Music & Records\, and touring extensively across the UK\, Europe\, & United States. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Sirens are back! @sirens_rhythmbeatz tore up our 2022 festival main stage and 2023 Gayla with with fierce dance moves and fabulosity. The Sirens dance at the Rhythm Beatz Dance Studio in Rialto. They are a dance group formed to help empower women. They promote body positivity\, self love\, and empowering others to do what they love. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoining us for the first time\, Rochone is a singer/songwriter living the dream in Hollywood\, California. @rochonemusic believes that music heals all. His music is both honest and heartfelt while taking his listeners on an emotional journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJustyn Caze (@justyncaze)Bow down to the Imperial Crown Prince Royale\, Justyn Caze! A trailblazing drag king with undeniable swagger\, Justyn turns every stage into a runway of rebellion and artistry. His performances are a celebration of gender expression\, creativity\, and unapologetic confidence. \n\n\n\nKelly K Doll (@xo_kellyk)Kelly K Doll is a show-stopping drag artist known for her transformative glamour and crowd-pleasing charisma. Whether she's channeling iconic divas or owning the spotlight in her own right\, Kelly is a must-see every Tuesday night at Starlets at The Menagerie. \n\n\n\nScalene OnixXx (@bry92an_scalene) Scalene OnixXx is a cherished queen known for blending heart\, humor\, and empowerment into every appearance. As a key figure in Riverside’s Drag Queen Story Hour\, she brings color and compassion to families across the region—proving that drag can educate\, inspire\, and connect across generations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJazmyn Simone-Échelon (@dapeoplesqueen)All rise for Da People’s Queen! Jazmyn Simone-Échelon is a magnetic host and veteran entertainer whose fierce presence and dedication to community uplift have made her a cherished icon in Riverside’s drag scene. Don’t miss her bringing the fire every week at VIP’s SICKONING Saturdays. \n\n\n\nNebuer Styles (@nebuyaystyles)Nebuer Styles brings flair\, fire\, and fearless energy to every performance she touches. As the host of VIP’s Hot Mess Express on Thursday nights\, she curates a space where drag meets chaos in the best way—celebrating authenticity\, comedy\, and raw talent with no cover and no apologies. \n\n\n\nSa'Hara (@oohsahara) Crowned Hamburger Mary’s Entertainer of the Year 2025\, Sa’Hara is a commanding force on the mic and on stage. With unforgettable performances at events like Black Girl Magic and regional Pride celebrations\, she fuses beauty\, wit\, and passion into a drag experience you won’t forget. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshops (Stonewall Stage)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrag Queen Story TimeSponsored by: Cellar Door BookstoreSpeakers: Linda Sherman-Nurick with Athena Monet Kills\, Scalene OnixXx and Kelly K \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Kick off the Riverside Pride Festival with drag queen story time featuring Kelly K\, Scalene OnixXx and Athena Monet Kills! Get ready to be spellbound as our fabulous queens take the stage to narrate heartwarming tales that celebrate individuality and acceptance. \n\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\n\n\n\n2 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Your Rights: Protecting LGBTQ+ and Trans Lives Under AttackPresented by: ACLU SoCalSpeakers: Amanda Goad & Christine Parker\, Senior Staff Attorneys\, Gender\, Sexuality\, & Reproductive Justice Project (at ACLU SoCal) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Join the ACLU of Southern California for a critical Know Your Rights workshop focused on the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community—especially our trans and gender-nonconforming siblings—in the current political climate. As attacks on queer and trans rights escalate nationwide\, it’s more important than ever to understand your legal protections\, how to navigate discrimination\, and how to advocate for yourself and others. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will cover: \n\n\n\n\nYour rights in schools\, workplaces\, and health care settings; with regard to passports and other forms of ID; and when interacting with ICE\n\n\n\nRecent executive orders and other federal moves targeting LGBTQ+ and especially trans communities\n\n\n\nResources and tools to help you stay informed\, empowered\, and connected to the fight for equality\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re directly impacted\, an ally\, or just want to learn more\, this workshop is for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom Protest to Policy: LGBTQ+ Civic Engagement in ActionSpeakers: Erika Ruiz\, IE PRISM Collective\, Jacob Daruvala\, Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance\, Kira Pegues – Planned Parenthood Action FundPresented by: Riverside County Student Safety Coalition \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: From the ballot box to the city council chambers\, LGBTQ+ individuals have always played a critical role in shaping the future of our communities. This dynamic panel brings together activists\, organizers\, elected officials\, and community leaders to explore the power of queer civic engagement—what it looks like\, why it matters\, and how we can all get involved. \n\n\n\nPanelists will share stories from the front lines of advocacy\, discuss the unique challenges facing LGBTQ+ voters and leaders\, and offer practical strategies for turning passion into progress—whether it’s through voting\, organizing\, policy work\, or running for office. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCut\, Paste\, Resist: The Queer History of ZinesSpeakers: Krista Ivy\, Librarian – Crafton Hills College\, Riverside Public Library TrusteePresented by: Riverside Public Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Before the internet connected queer communities\, zines were the radical\, rebellious lifeline that amplified LGBTQ+ voices\, challenged the status quo\, and fueled grassroots activism. In this interactive workshop\, we’ll dive into the rich and vibrant history of zines within the LGBTQ+ rights movement—from underground publications of the ‘70s and ‘80s to the riot grrrl and queer punk scenes of the ‘90s\, all the way to today’s DIY renaissance. \n\n\n\nYou'll explore how zines served (and still serve) as powerful tools for self-expression\, resistance\, and community building in queer culture. After our history deep-dive\, you'll get hands-on and create your own mini-zine using collaging\, writing\, drawing\, and whatever sparks your creativity. No prior experience necessary—just bring your voice\, your vision\, and your queer joy (or rage). \n\n\n\nAll materials provided. Come ready to learn\, create\, and connect. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nTranscending Labels: Understanding the Trans Experience PanelSpeakers: TBDFacilitated by: Mackenzie LussierDescription: Join us for an honest\, empowering\, and enlightening conversation centered on the diverse experiences of transgender and nonbinary individuals. This panel brings together trans voices from across the spectrum—activists\, artists\, community leaders\, and everyday folks—to share personal stories\, challenges\, triumphs\, and insights into what it means to live authentically. \n\n\n\nWhether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally seeking to learn\, this panel offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of gender identity\, intersectionality\, and the urgent issues facing the trans community today. From healthcare and legal rights to joy\, resilience\, and representation\, no topic is off-limits. \n\n\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. Spoken content on stage will have ASL interpreters. We will also have a deaf/hard-of-hearing assistance table. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to be involved?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers Needed!
URL:https://www.riversideprideie.org/event/riversides-inland-empire-pride-festival-2025/
LOCATION:White Park\, 3936 Chestnut St\, Riverside\, California\, 92501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pride Events
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