Happy Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community while promoting love, acceptance, inclusivity and diversity.

Each year, Newport and our surrounding coastal communities pull out all the stops to make an unforgettable celebration with a full line-up of exciting events and experiences. Think: A pride parade and a festival with live music, food and drinks, pride vendors, and more.

A closer look at events and happenings throughout the month below.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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Flag Raising Ceremony
Kickoff Event at Firm MD
Pink Pony Disco Tea Dance
Pride Movie Night
Pride Parade
Newport Pride Fest & Market
Newport Pride Afterdark
Drag Brunch

Flag Raising Ceremony

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Where:: Newport City Hall, 43 Broadway, Newport
When:: Monday, June 2nd from 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Kickoff Pride Month and watch as officials raise the rainbow flag that represents the welcoming of Pride Month and the LGBTQ+ community from the city.

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Kickoff Event at Firm MD

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Where:: Firm MD, Newport
When:: Monday, June 2nd at 6:00 PM

After the flag raising ceremony head up the road to Firm MD on Touro Street for a pride month kickoff event. Celebrate with a raffle, light bites and pride punch, all while supporting local LGBTQ+ non-profit, Newport Pride RI.

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Pink Pony Disco Tea Dance

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Where:: Stoneacre Garden, Newport
When:: Sunday, June 8th from 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Cost:: $20

Join in on a Sunday Affair: Tea Dance at Stoneacre Garden to Benefit Newport Artists Collective and Newport Pride. Capacity is limited, so early RSVP's are encouraged.

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Pride Movie Night

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Where:: Jane Pickens Theater, Newport
When:: Friday, June 27th

Hey fabulous folks, make your way to Jane Pickens for a cozy evening as we celebrate Pride with a set from the band Midnight Honey, followed by a showing of the inspiring LGBTQ+ film, Saturday Church!

Bring your friends and loved ones for a night of love, laughter, and community.

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Pride Parade

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Where:: Downtown Newport
When:: Saturday, June 28th at 11:00 AM

Grab some friends and march with pride. This colorful parade winds through downtown Newport filled with pride, bikes and a community spreading love and joy.

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Newport Pride Bike Ride

Newport Pride Fest & Market

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Where:: Great Friends Meeting House, Newport
When:: Saturday, June 28th from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Cost:: FREE

Make your way to Great Friends Meeting House for a gathering of unique vendors, live music, and exhibitors celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community at this FREE annual event.

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Newport Pride Afterdark

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Where:: Parlor Newport
When:: Saturday, June 28th from 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Afterdark is back!

Join us for this eclectic experience as part of the 7th annual Newport Pride Weekend! On Saturday, June 28th, from 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM at Parlor Newport, 200 Broadway.

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Drag Brunch

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Where:: Newport Playhouse, Newport
When:: Sunday, June 29th

A Sunday slay is in order with a Drag Brunch at the fabulous Newport Playhouse. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and amazing performances.

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More Ways to Support

Give back and support the LGBTQ+ community all June during pride month.

Pride Month at Luke's Lobster

Pride Month at Luke's Lobster

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Where:: Luke's Lobster, Newport
When:: All Month

Starting on June 1, Luke's Lobster is selling limited-edition enamel rainbow lobster pins and donating proceeds to SAGE, a national advocacy and services organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ elders.