2014 Guide to
LGBT Family-Friendly
Pride Events
in Upstate New York
Provided by:
Lesbian and Gay
Family Building Project
www.prideandjoyfamilies.org
May 2014
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
Albany, NY*
Thursday, June 5 – Sunday, June 8, 2013
Say It Loud! Black and Latino Gay Pride | Hosted by In Our Own Voices
In Our Own Voices describes the Say It Loud! Black and Latino Gay Pride celebration: “The
importance of Say It Loud! is obvious. It is an opportunity for LGBT POC to come
together in solidarity, to celebrate our individuality, diversity and strengths.” For
information about this year’s Pride activities, be sure to visit IOOV’s website:
www.blackandlatinogaypride.com
Saturday, June 14
Parade & Pride Festival
Washington Park
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
* These events are just a sampling of the Pride events in Albany this summer. For
more information, please visit: www.capitalpridecenter.org and
www.blackandlatinogaypride.com
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
Binghamton, NY*
Sunday, June 1 (11:30 AM)
Pride Community Picnic | 183 Riverside Drive, Binghamton NY
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton will be holding its annual Pride
Community Picnic, and all are welcome! The picnic will feature a cookout and children’s
activities, all during a lovely afternoon spent on the grounds of the UUCB church. Burgers, hot
dogs and rolls will be provided (as well as paper goods). Folks are asked to bring side dishes,
desserts, etc., to share. This event is a great way to relax, meet other families, and begin the
celebration of Pride Month!
Friday, June 6 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Queer Coffee House| Identity Youth Center, 206 State Street, Binghamton NY
This event is open to everyone! For more information, contact the staff of Identity Youth
Center at (607) 651-9120.
Saturday, June 7 (11:00 AM)
Rainbow Flag Raising| City Hall, Binghamton
One of our favorite local traditions! Join with us and with Mayor David as we come together as
a community to raise the Rainbow Flag high in celebration of Pride Month.
Wednesday, June 11 (7:00 PM)
People of Blessing Interfaith Service | Temple Concord, 9 Riverside Drive, Binghamton NY
The interfaith service is a very special part of the Binghamton area’s Pride celebrations.
Various faith leaders come together with lay people to share an evening of fellowship, support
and warmth as we experience the blessing of a vibrant, unified community. Claudia and Karen
from Pride and Joy Families will be speaking at this year’s service! We hope you’ll join us.
Saturday, June 14 (12:00PM—8:00 PM)
Binghamton Pride Palooza | Court Street (Between Collier and State Streets)
Binghamton Pride Coalition’s Annual Pride Palooza is not to be missed! This year’s event,
which has extended hours, will feature dozens of local vendors, live entertainment, and a
children’s area staffed by Pride and Joy Families. The Ross Park Zoo-mobile will be coming,
bringing plenty of fun and excitement for kids and parents alike. Come celebrate your local
community!
Monday, June 23 (7:00 PM)
Film Screening/Discussion: Cloudburst | Art Mission Theatre, 61 Prospect Avenue, Binghamton
Starring Olympia Dukakis and Brenda Fricker, Cloudburst tells the story of an aging lesbian
couple that embarks on a “Thelma and Louise”-style journey to get married in Canada. At
turns comic and heartbreaking, the film is a beautifully wrought tale of love, change, and life.
After the film we will have a discussion led by Dr. Dara Silberstein, Executive Director, Women,
Gender and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program at Binghamton University. Event sponsored by
WGSS and the Lesbian and Gay Family Building Project/Pride and Joy Families.
Friday, June 27 (6:00 PM—10:00 PM)
Teen Pride Prom | Identity Youth Center, 206 State Street, Binghamton NY
This event is open to youth ages 14-20, although their dates may be outside that age range.
For more information, contact the staff of Identity Youth Center at (607) 651-9120.
* These events are just a sampling of the Pride events in Binghamton this
summer. For more information, please visit: http://www.binghamtonpride.org/ and
http://www.prideandjoyfamilies.org
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
Buffalo, NY*
Tuesday, May 27
Flag Raising
Niagara Square in front of City Hall (65 Niagara Square, Buffalo NY)
12:00 Noon
Saturday, May 31
Allen Street Festival
Allen Street (Between North Pearl and Franklin Street)
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday, June 1
Pride Parade
Elmwood Avenue and Forest Avenue
1:00 PM
Sunday, June 1
Pride Festival
Canalside (Prime Street, Buffalo)
1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
* These events are just a sampling of the Pride events in Buffalo this summer. For
more information please visit: www.buffalopridefestival.com
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
New Paltz, NY*
Sunday, June 1
Hudson Valley LGBTQ Pride Rally & Festival
Downtown New Paltz
1:00 PM
* This is just a sampling of the Pride events in the mid-Hudson Valley this summer.
For more information, please visit: www.lgbtqcenter.org.
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
Rochester, NY*
Friday, July 18
Flag Ceremony and Rainbow Ride
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
5:15 PM
Saturday, July 19
Parade, Family Fun Time, and Festival
Park Avenue
3:00 PM
Sunday, July 20
Fundraiser Picnic
Genesee Valley Park
1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
* These events are just a sampling of the Pride events in Rochester this summer.
For more information, please visit: http://www.gayalliance.org/pride/
2014 Family-Friendly Pride Events in
Syracuse, NY*
Saturday, June 21
CNY Pride Festival
Inner Harbor, Syracuse
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Please visit the Pride and Joy Families Kid Zone for special family-friendly activities.
* These events are just a sampling of the Pride events in Syracuse this summer.
For more information please visit: www.cnypride.org