Q Center Summer of Pride 2026

Summer of Pride 2026!!

Join the Q Center and the Bing Queers faculty and staff affinity group throughout the summer to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride on campus and in the Southern Tier and Central New York communities! Pride isn't going anywhere!!

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Summer of Pride Events sponsored by the Q Center

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🌈Rainbow Fest🌈

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Summer of Pride Events in the Southern Tier and Central New York

**Listed events are hosted by local community members and Pride related organizations. The Q Center is in no way connected to the planning or organization of any of these listed events.**

• Binghamton Pride Coalition Events

  Pride 80's and 90's Dance Party

  Friday, June 5, 8-11 p.m., Crowbar Arcade, Binghamton, NY

  Kick off Pride Month with an energetic dance party featuring the best hits from the ‘80s and ‘90s, mixed live by DJ Mick. Bring your friends for a night of music, dancing, and nostalgia at Crowbar, where you can also enjoy a large collection of classic retro video games.

  Pride Night at Animal Adventure Park

  Saturday, June 6, 5:30-8 p.m., Animal Adventure Park, Harpursville, NY

  Animal Adventure Park is hosting a unique after-hours evening featuring special keeper presentations and pride-themed enrichment activities for the animals. With discounted $10 admission for guests ages 3 and up—and free entry for members and children under 3—it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a fun night out with friends and family.

  Binghamton Pride Palooza and Fireworks

  Saturday, June 13, noon-6 p.m., Otsiningo Park, Binghamton, NY

  Join Broome County’s Pride celebrations featuring music all day from DJ Mick and continuous drag performances from local favorites. The event also includes food vendors, a kids’ zone, a photo booth, and caricature artists provided by the Binghamton Pride Coalition, making it a full day of entertainment for all ages—so bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the festivities! Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at the MLK, Jr. Memorial Promenade!

  Rumble Ponies Pride Night Game

  Thursday, June 18, 6-10 p.m., Mirabito Stadium, Binghamton, NY

  Join local 21+ queer social group, Bing Guerrilla Queer Bar, for a 90-minute exclusive buffet in the picnic area of Mirabito Stadium. The buffet will include picnic food and non-alcoholic drinks. A $40 ticket includes a free pride hat and seating together for the Rumble Ponies Pride baseball game! Attendees responsible for all costs. Family members, partners, and friends are welcome. Registration link coming soon!

  Pride Movie Night

  Saturday, June 20, 7 p.m., Cider Mill Stage, Endicott, NY

  The Cider Mill Stage is hosting another fun LGBTQ+ movie night! This event will be free for all attendees, courtesy of the Binghamton Pride Coalition and the Cider Mill Stage. Concessions will be available for Purchase.

  Twisted Broadway

  Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m., Cider Mill Stage, Endicott, NY

  Twisted Broadway is a special one-night, gender-swapping cabaret event showcasing iconic Broadway numbers performed by talented Southern Tier entertainers. This year’s production transports audiences to The Fluid Lounge, a lively “Gay Bar” setting where performers bring humorous and heartfelt stories about love and life to the stage—sometimes even inviting the audience to join the fun!
• Regional Pride Events (Outside Binghamton)

  Oneonta Pridefest 2026

  Saturday, June 6, 1-8 p.m., Neawah Park, Oneonta, NY

  This year’s PrideFest theme—PRIDE: Power, Resistance, Intersectionality, Dignity, and Existence—highlights the resilience, solidarity, and diversity within the community. In light of ongoing challenges affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals across the country, the event serves as an important opportunity for people to gather, celebrate, and support one another in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

  Elmira Pride

  Sunday, June 7, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Wisner Park, Elmira, NY

  This free Wisner Park Elmira PRIDE Festival will feature local artists and performers on stage in addition to community organizations, food trucks, merchandise vendors and interactive art activities for all ages.

  Southern Finger Lakes (SOFLX) Pride

  Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Centerway Square, Corning, NY

  Free! Family friendly with Vendors, Artisans, Music, Drag Performances, SERVED! Cake Auction, Variety Show, Dance Parties & More! MC’d by local icon Saylix Morrison!

  Central New York (CNY) Pride

  Saturday, June 13, 11a.m. - 5p.m., Syracuse Inner Harbor, Syracuse, NY

  The parade features an energetic, colorful procession along Solar Street and West Kirkpatrick Street, showcasing the diversity and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. The festival offers live entertainment, over 150 vendors, food and beverages, and a family-friendly area with activities for all ages. CNY Pride is committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment for all.

  Ithaca Pride Community Festival

  Sunday, June 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Dewitt Park, Ithaca, NY

  Ithaca Pride brings the queer community together to celebrate connection, uplift local LGBTQ+ businesses, share community resources, create joyful experiences for families, and honor queer history while making new memories.

  Valley Pride Picnic

  Saturday, June 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., East Waverly Ball Park, Waverly, NY

  This is a FREE, fun, family event for the area LGBTQIA community, their families, friends, and allies. It will include food, music, games, community resource organizations, and more!

  Cortland Pride Festival

  Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Courthouse Park, Cortland, NY

  This year’s Cortland Pride is showing the world that we are Stronger Together! The festivities will feature drag artists, live bands, raffles, local vendors, and all sorts of food stations.

  Chenango County PrideFest

  Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Chenango County Fairgrounds, Norwich, NY

  This Pride celebration offers a full array of activities for the day! Join us for an opening ceremony, parade, vendors, food, and entertainment!
• Community Building Pride Events

  LGBTQ+ Social Group (recurring)

  1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month; June 2 and 16, July 7 and 21, August 4 and 18, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton

  Connect with fellow LGBTQIA+ community members in a safe and affirming social environment.

  Cowgay Line Dancing - Queer Prom

  Saturday, May 23, 9 p.m., Squiggy's, Binghamton, NY

  Join Cowgay Line Dancing to re-experience prom in queer style! Dress code: whatever will make you feel fabulous! DJ Super D will start the music at 8 p.m., with dancing to follow at 9 p.m.!

  Johnson City Pride Flag Raising

  Sunday, May 31, 11:30 a.m., People's Park on Harry L Drive, Johnson City, NY

  Join the people of Johnson City in raising the Pride Flag for the first time ever!

  People of Blessing Interfaith Pride Service

  Wednesday, June 3, 7p.m., Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton

  The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Binghamton is hosting the People of Blessing Service as part of PRIDE Month. The service affirms the strength inherent to our diversity in sexuality and gender.

  RainbowFest Queer Rock Concert

  Friday, June 12, 6 p.m.-1 a.m., The Nocturnal Cafe, Ithaca, NY

  Hosted by Ithaca Underground, Rainbow Fest is an all-ages queer rock event featuring musicians, drag performers, and visual artists from both the local community and beyond. The celebration highlights LGBTQIA+ identity, culture, and community with a full evening of live music and drag performances designed for a high-energy, inclusive party atmosphere.

  Queer Tea Hour

  Wednesday, June 24, 6-7 p.m., Broome County Public Library Ahearn Room, Binghamton, NY

  Join fellow LGBTQIA+ adults and allies for crafts, games, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks! Family members, partners, and friends are welcome. You do not need a BCPL library cards to attend. Please feel free to bring in your own projects to work on too! Registration is required.

  NYS Fair Pride Day

  Friday, August 28, All Day, NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY

  Pride Day at the Fair celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and welcomes individuals, families, and allies through a variety of inclusive activities such as a flag raising, resource fair, ceremonial programming, live entertainment, and parade. The event also features an LGBTQ+ Pride Booth offering educational materials, community resources, and visibility-focused displays and activities that promote pride, awareness, and support for the community.

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Did we miss a Pride Event? Email martinn@binghamton.edu with any LGBTQ+ Pride events throughout May, June, July, and August 2026!!