Lancaster Pride Festival 2026
This Year We’re Bringing Pride by Storm!
Lancaster Pride is thrilled to return to Penn Medicine Park, home of the Stormers, for our 18th annual Pride Festival! Each year, our festival brings together thousands of community members and allies to celebrate the vibrant, diverse LGBTQIA+ community that makes Lancaster County such a special place.
This year’s Pride Festival will continue to feature the joyful celebration our community looks forward to, including incredible entertainment, local vendors, and opportunities to connect with one another. In addition, we’re placing a renewed focus on connecting LGBTQIA+ individuals with organizations, services, and resources that support our community year-round.
Whether you’re coming to celebrate, learn, connect, or simply enjoy a day surrounded by community, we can’t wait to welcome you to Pride 2026.
Event Details
📍 Location
Penn Medicine Park (home of the Lancaster Stormers)
650 N Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17603
📅 Date
Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ Time
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎟 Cost
Free to attend, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and community donors.
Donations will be accepted both on site and online throughout the day for those who would like to support Lancaster Pride and help sustain our work year-round.
🚗 Parking
More information about parking and transportation options will be available soon.
Food & Beverage Policy
Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the festival grounds, and attendees may be asked to empty bottles upon entry.
Exceptions are made for families with young children (such as snacks or sippy cups) and for individuals who require specific food or fluids due to health, disability, or accessibility needs.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the festival.
Entertainment
Pride Festival will feature a full afternoon of live entertainment, performances, and community programming throughout the day.
The entertainment lineup will include performers, drag artists, speakers, and community voices that celebrate and uplift LGBTQIA+ culture and creativity.
A full entertainment schedule will be announced closer to the event.
Community Resources
One of the goals of Pride Festival 2026 is to help connect LGBTQIA+ individuals and families with organizations and services that support our community throughout the year.
Throughout the festival, attendees will have the opportunity to meet local organizations providing resources related to:
LGBTQIA+ health and wellness
Mental health support
Youth and family services
Community advocacy
Education and outreach
Social and support networks
These organizations play an essential role in strengthening and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community across Lancaster County. More details, including the organizations and services that will be at the festival, are coming soon.
Accessibility
Lancaster Pride is committed to creating an event that is welcoming and accessible to everyone in our community.
Penn Medicine Park is an ADA-accessible venue. Additional accessibility information, including accessible seating areas, quiet spaces, and other accommodations, will be shared closer to the festival.
Service animals are welcome at the festival; however, they are not permitted on the turf and must remain in concourse areas.
If you have accessibility needs or questions in advance of the event, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
Festival Entry: Know Before You Go
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, all attendees will enter the festival through a designated security checkpoint. Bags may be subject to search by a private security team.
After passing through security, you will receive a festival wristband, which must be worn throughout the duration of the event.
We appreciate your cooperation as we work together to create a Pride Festival that is safe, welcoming, and accessible for everyone.
What to Bring
Penn Medicine Park is an outdoor venue, and some areas of the festival may be exposed to sun or rain. We recommend planning accordingly so you can stay comfortable throughout the day.
Consider bringing:
Sunscreen and sun protection gear
A rain poncho or umbrella
Water bottles to fill upon entry
Comfortable clothing and shoes
Pride flags and festive gear
Please Note
Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the festival grounds.
Attendees may be asked to empty bottles upon entry.
Exceptions are made for families with young children (snacks, sippy cups, etc.) and for individuals who require specific food or fluids due to health, disability, or accessibility needs.
You will not be asked to prove your need — we trust our community and are committed to creating an accessible and accommodating event.
Pets are not permitted at the festival. Service animals are welcome, but are not permitted on the turf and must remain in concourse areas.
Additional event guidelines will be shared closer to the festival date.
Code of Conduct
Lancaster Pride is committed to creating a festival that is safe, inclusive, and welcoming for everyone.
By attending Pride Festival 2026, you agree to help us foster a respectful and affirming environment for all community members.
We ask all attendees to:
Treat others with respect, kindness, and consideration
Celebrate in ways that are welcoming to people of all ages and backgrounds
Use inclusive language and avoid making assumptions about others
Refrain from harassment, hate speech, intimidation, or disruptive behavior
Follow guidance from event staff, volunteers, and security
Attendees who do not adhere to these expectations may be asked to leave the festival.
Together, we can create a Pride experience where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to fully participate.
Get Involved
Pride Festival is made possible by the incredible support of our community. There are many ways to participate in this year’s celebration:
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with Lancaster Pride and help make Pride Festival 2026 possible. Sponsorships support the festival while connecting your organization with thousands of attendees from across the region.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities
Vendor Applications
Applications are now open for vendors who would like to participate in Pride Festival 2026.
Entertainer Applications
Are you a performer interested in taking the Pride stage? We welcome applications from entertainers who want to share their talent with our community.
Volunteer With Pride
Lancaster Pride is powered entirely by volunteers. Join our team and help us create a joyful, welcoming Pride Festival for the entire community.