Austin June 2025 LGBTQ+ events

Central Texas Observes Pride 2025

Central Texas is observing Pride 2025, honoring the region's LGBTQ+ community. Beyond mere festivities, Pride is a time for reflection on the progress of LGBTQ+ rights, celebration of diverse identities, and affirmation of the ongoing pursuit of equality and acceptance. Pride serves as a crucial reminder of the power of community in fostering a more understanding and just society.

Austin's official Pride celebration does not happen until August, but the city is still finding ways to host joyful celebrations in June.

Pride Events Across Austin and Central Texas

Here's a look at some of the Pride events happening across Austin and Central Texas:

All of June: Austin Public Library Pride Events

The Austin Public Library will be observing Pride month throughout June (and in August) with a range of events across its branch locations. These include free movie nights, queer tarot show and shares, cooking clubs, line dancing lessons and 'zine nights. Registration for these events can be found on the library's website: library.austintexas.gov/events/pride

June 7: Bastrop County Pride Festival

Bastrop kicks off its Pride celebrations with a multifaceted festival. The daytime portion promises family-friendly entertainment, boasting over 40 local vendors, jiu-jitsu demonstrations, contortionists, magicians and a drag story hour. In the evening, an adult-oriented event will offer additional vendors, drag shows, puppet performances and photo opportunities. The all ages event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bastrop Convention Center. From 5 to 11 p.m., the event becomes 21+.
1408 Chestnut St B, Bastrop. bastroppride.org/events. 512-332-8981.

June 7: Round Rock Pride Festival

The annual Round Rock Pride Festival will transform Centennial Plaza into a hub of celebration. The free event, which kicks off at 2 p.m., promises live entertainment and an array of food vendors and community booths. Free parking will be available in downtown Round Rock garages and on the street.
301 W Bagdad Ave, Round Rock. roundrockpride.com. 512-218-5540.

June 7: Queerbomb Picnic at the Capitol

Austin's Queerbomb collective is inviting the community to a picnic on the South Lawn of the Texas Capitol, aiming to foster a sense of solidarity and visibility. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
1100 Congress Ave. queerbomb.org

June 8: UMLAUF Family Day: PRIDE

The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum will host a free Family Day dedicated to Pride. The event is designed to support Austin's LGBTQ+ youth, while providing resources and engaging activities for everyone. Activities include a Queer Comic Workshop with Ripley LaRue, crafts, sculpture searches and story time with Meredith Wilson. Representatives from the Transgender Education Network of Texas will also be on site. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can register online.
605 Azie Morton Rd. umlaufsculpture.app.neoncrm.com. 512-445-5582.

June 8: The Little Gay Shop's Annual Pride Market and Celebration

The Little Gay Shop will host its annual Pride market, a free, all-ages and pet-friendly event spanning indoor and outdoor spaces. Attendees can browse and support over 100 local, queer businesses, artists, makers and nonprofits. The celebration will also feature a drag story hour with Brigitte Bandit, book signings with local authors, music from Queer Vinyl Co. and a variety of food, drinks and sweets from local vendors. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Distribution Hall. You can RSVP at thelittlegayshop.com
1500 E 4th Street. pridepartyxthelittlegayshop.com. 512-262-9656.

June 28: Austin Pride Picnic

Pease Park will host an Austin Pride Picnic, featuring activations, art installations, community resources, food and drinks, music and vendors. Activities include camp charm and keychain making with Future Front Texas, a book swap with The Little Gay Shop, clay workshops by Gays with Clay, the Austin Bat Cave Book Mobile and a weaving wall on the terrace by Pease Park Conservancy. The picnic starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m.
1100 Kingsbury St. peasepark.org/pride-picnic. 512-842-9018.

June 28: Taylor Pride

Despite the city of Taylor not issuing a Pride proclamation for the first time in five years, the community will gather at Heritage Square Park for an evening of celebration. The event runs from 4 to 10 p.m.
400 N Main St, Taylor. taylorpride.org. 512-352-3463