June is Pride Month, and metro Detroit and Ann Arbor families can celebrate and support the LGBTQIA community with a variety of virtual and in-person pride events.
Here are some happenings in metro Detroit, Ann Arbor and beyond for Pride 2021. Find the perfect option for you and your family — and don’t forget to check back later this year for updates of rescheduled in-person Pride celebrations.
Ferndale Pride
June 1-30, 2021
- Location: Varies by event; downtown Ferndale area
- Time: Varies by event
Ferndale Pride celebrates Pride Month with a variety of activities throughout the month. Check the full event list here to see what’s happening and be sure to watch for updates about the Pride Festival, which is set for Oct. 2, 2021.
Drag Queen Story Hour
June 1-30, 2021
- Location: Virtual
- Time: Varies by date
Tune in on Facebook during select dates in June to enjoy Pride-themed stories read by a company of drag queens.
Ypsi Pride Month
June 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2021
- Location: Downtown Ypsilanti Area
- Time: Varies by date
Ypsi Pride is celebrating Pride Month with special events every Friday, including Family and Youth Night on June 11. Come in-person or watch the performances online.
5th Annual Pride March and Family Picnic
June 5, 2021
- Location: St. Barnabas Church, 20500 W. Old U.S. Highway 12, Chelsea
- Time: Noon-4 p.m.
The Pride parade steps off at Pierce Park and heads downtown to the church where families can enjoy a picnic filled with lawn games, music and fun. Be sure to bring your own food.
Motor City Pride Live
June 5, 2021
- Location: Virtual
- Time: 3-5 p.m.
Tune into Motor City Pride this year to celebrate Pride with a marketplace and artwork for sale. This year’s Pride festival is set to happen in-person in September. Click here for details.
Pride Night with the Detroit Tigers
June 11, 2021
- Location: Comerica Park, 2100 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Time: 7-10 p.m.
Wear rainbows and treat the kids to an inclusive night of baseball.
Livingston Pride Parade
June 20, 2021
- Location: Downtown Howell area
- Time: 1 p.m.
This event starts with a speech on the Courthouse lawn and heads through downtown. Be sure to wear your Pride gear.
Pride OUTside
July 9, 2021
- Location: Heritage Park, 1150 S. Canton Center, Canton
- Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Keep the Pride Month fun going at this outdoor event, which features guest speakers, live music, food trucks and much more.
Ann Arbor Pride Virtual Celebration
Aug. 7, 2021
- Location: Virtual
- Time: 10 a.m.
Ann Arbor Pride is coming at you in a digital format this year. Catch local artists, drag performers, bands and more.
This post was originally published in 2020 and is updated regularly.
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