Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride

LGBT Coffee Meetup
2025-10-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-15 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-20 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-16 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 6 more dates | Back to the Grind, 3575 University Ave, Riverside, California, 92501, United States
Come join people of your community for a morning of casual chat and coffee in one of the most vibing shops in Downtown Riverside. Organized by Out! Riverside, this long-running social event happens every 3rd Saturday morning of the month at Back To The Grind coffee shop on University Avenue. For over 10 years we've gathered with friends. There are regulars and new faces every month! Bring a friend. Our meetup usually brings 15-30 people depending on the time of year.

This event is not endorsed or organized by Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride. It is organized by a third party, and we are boosting the signal.

LGBTQ+ Book Club @ Cellar Door
2025-10-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-01-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-03-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-05-25 18:00 - 19:30 and 5 more dates | Cellar Door Bookstore, 473 E. Alessandro Blvd., Suite B, Riverside, CA, 92508, United States
Read and discuss books by or about members of the LGBTQ community. This is a hybrid book club, and you can attend either in person or by Zoom! Meets every 4th Monday of the month at 6pm.

“Our store is a gathering place for our community, where long-time book lovers or new readers can come together. Besides our many, many book clubs, we host open mic nights, author signings, game nights, and other events. If you're looking for a good book, feel free to ask a bookseller for a recommendation, take a peek at our Best “Cellars,” or browse the Indies Next picks, which are chosen each month by independent booksellers across the nation. And be sure to say hello to our bookstore dog, Nymeria, or Nya for short!”

Event is free, but please consider purchasing the club book selections at Cellar Door Bookstore.

This event is not endorsed or organized by Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride. It is organized by a third party, and we are boosting the signal.

4th Annual Cosmic Bowling Pride Party
2026-01-17 20:00 - 23:00 | Arlington Lanes, 7100 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA, 92503, United States
Join us for our 4th annual Cosmic Bowling Pride Party! Once again, we've booked the ENTIRE Bowling Alley as safe space, so this party is going to be bigger and better than ever!

🎳 36 lanes of bowling 🎱 Game Night💃Drag Queens 🪩 Music

Drag Queens to be announced!

Entire LaneEarly Bird: $150, Regular $210includes up to 6 bowlers, bowling shoes, bowling balls*, and table games providedSingle Bowler TicketsEarly Bird: $25, Regular $35 includes bowling shoes, bowling balls*, and table games. **Groups less than 6 will be paired up with new friends on the same lane.**General AdmissionEarly Bird: $20, Regular $30includes table games. (No bowling)

*Although shoes and balls are provided by the bowling alley, on a first-come-first-served basis. Ball sizes can be limited in variety. We recommend bringing your own ball if you have one.

All attendees 7 or older must have a ticket.

Frequent Questions & Answers

Are shoes and balls provided?
Yes. Shoes and balls are provided by the bowling alley, on a first-come-first-served basis. Balls can be limited in variety in sizes. We recommend bringing your own ball if you have one.

What is the age requirements?

The event is “all-ages” and is suitable for families and kids.

All entertainment will be family friendly. Although it is “all-ages”, be aware that it will be a loud, party-like environment. There will be loud music and many people and there is a bar operated by the bowling alley.

Bowling is generally not appropriate for children under 8 due to activity level and hazards involved.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone at all times and may not be in attendance alone.

Children 6 and under do not need a ticket when accompanied by a ticketed guardian.

When will Early Bird tickets end?
Early bird tickets are limited and will be available until supplies run out or Jan 10th, whichever arrives earlier.

Will you offer a low-income ticket discount?
At this time we are still working on an option for this. Please reach out to us to inquire.

Do I have to have 6 bowlers for a Entire Lane ticket?
No, whole lanes can be used by 1-6 bowlers.

Who are the drag queens?
We're pleased to announce that Athena Kills will be joining us once again with Frida Heaux-Jugosa!

Will there be food and drink?
The bowling alley operates a concession snack bar and full service bar, which is an additional cost. You can find the venue's snack bar menu here.

What if I don't want to bowl with strangers?
One of the great things about our events is meeting new friends! If you purchase single bowler tickets, groups of less than 6 will be paired with new friends on one lane so that we have enough room for everyone to play. If you'd like to assure that your group of 5 or less does not get paired with new friends, we encourage you to purchase a “entire lane” ticket.

Street Clean Up - Merrill Ave
2026-02-21 09:00 - 11:00 | VIP Nightclub & Restaurant, 3673 Merrill Ave, Riverside, CA, 92506, United States
Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride has adopted Merrill Avenue and we need your help to keep it litter free. Join us for our street clean up every other month!

Rally Spot

We will be meeting at VIP Nightclub and Restaurant parking lot.

What to bring

Trash bags, pickers and gloves will be provided. We will also have water jugs available. Please bring your own water bottles, sunscreen and hats.

Riverside's Inland Empire Pride Festival 2026
2026-05-30 12:00 - 21:00 | White Park, 3936 Chestnut St, Riverside, California, 92501, United States
Get ready for our 4th Annual Pride Festival! Our FREE Pride festival returns in 2026 on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Once again, in historic White Park in Downtown Riverside.

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We are 100% volunteer-powered. All proceeds go towards helping keep our PRIDE festival FREE for all attendees. “Pay what you can” is our model.

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Overview

#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 100 LGBTQIA+ oriented and friendly organizations and companies. Eat, shop, drink, and dance!

This is a FREE event. Hours are as follows:

Gate opens at 12 PM

Exhibitors/Vendors: 12 – 9 PM

Main Stage: 2 – 9 PM

Beer Garden: 2 – 8 PM (beer, wine, champagne)

Youth Zone: 12 – 5 PM (17 and under by Rainbow Pride Youth Alliance)

Workshops: 12 – 6 PM

Riverside LGBTQ+ Pride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity, 100% volunteer-powered. We cannot succeed without our dedicated volunteers and the community's support.

Location

Located at Chestnut and Tenth St in downtown Riverside, White Park was established in 1883 and was Riverside’s first City park.

Elements

There is something for everyone!

100+ Vendors and Exhibitors

Main Stage Entertainment

Food & Beer Garden

DJ, picnic, and dancing out in a park setting

Workshops and Panels

Youth Zone (17 and under)

Festival-only Merchandise

Entertainers (Main Stage) – Stay Tuned.

Workshops (Stonewall Stage) – Stay Tuned.

Accessibility

The venue is ADA accessible. Spoken content on stage will have ASL interpreters. We will also have a deaf/hard-of-hearing assistance table.

Want to be involved?

Exhibitor Applications

Food Vendor Applications

Sponsorship Applications

Performer Applications

Artist Applications
