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Come Out With Pride Orlando (Website) returns to Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando on Saturday, October 17, with a parade, live entertainment, and a fabulous fireworks finale.
The festival runs from noon to 10 p.m. at the park and is free to attend. Come Out With Pride, the nonprofit that organizes the event, holds it each year around National Coming Out Day. Organizers report more than 230,000 people attended in 2025, making it one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Southeast and the biggest single-day event in Central Florida.
The “Most Colorful Parade” steps off at 4 p.m. and features more than 250 participating organizations and businesses. This year it starts at Washington Street and Orange Avenue, travels through downtown and ends at Lake Eola Park. Organizers say the route is the same as in 2022. They suggest those wanting a spot along Central Boulevard or Summerlin Avenue to arrive early. We’re going to suggest they bring a pee jar too.
Two stages will host live music, DJs, and drag performances throughout the day, including Blue Man Group, Ginger Minj, Detox, Les Vixens, Sasha Colby, and Mykki Meeks. A trans rally begins at 1 p.m., and a pride rally follows at 6:15 p.m. A fireworks finale over the lake closes the night.
The festival also includes a marketplace with local vendors, a SponsorWalk area, family activities at Rainbow Ranch, a Youth Pride Zone for tweens and teens, and a Sober Space with mocktails and activities. VIP tickets are available, and VIP parking costs $25. Bags are allowed, but everyone goes through screening. Organizers advise using ride-share or carpooling, since street parking is limited and garages are a 5 to 10 minute walk from the park.
Several streets around Lake Eola will be closed. Organizers advise allowing extra time. Street closure notices are available through the event’s signup.
For the full schedule and festival map, click HERE.
