Philadelphia is celebrating Pride Month with a full calendar of programming spanning rooftop parties, nightlife events, LGBTQ+ speed dating, art exhibitions, themed cocktails, hotel experiences, and community activations throughout June. Across the city, venues are highlighting Pride through hospitality-driven experiences, arts and culture programming, and food and beverage celebrations, with standout offerings from Assembly Rooftop Lounge, Ballers PHL, Dock Street Brewery, Flight Club, Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, Mecha Noodle Bar, Patchwork, Spread Bagelry, Stratus Rooftop Lounge, and The Twisted Tail.
PRIDE EVENTS & EXPERIENCES
Assembly Rooftop Lounge, Center City’s swanky rooftop lounge with panoramic views of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, City Hall, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, is the perfect destination for post-parade celebrations following Philly Pride 365’s Pride March and Festival. Conveniently located near this year’s festivities, Assembly Rooftop Lounge will host a Post-Pride Parade Party on Sunday, June 7. The rooftop will open early from 1pm to 10pm, featuring parkway views, high-energy entertainment, and featured beverage partners including American Harvest Vodka, Hendrick’s Gin, and Red Bull.
Keeping the energy going throughout the evening, DJ Dame Williams will spin upbeat tracks while guests dance and celebrate Pride. The event will also feature Pride-focused giveaways, with a portion of proceeds benefiting a local LGBTQIA+ charity.
Sunset Sunday is free to attend and open to the public. Reservations for Assembly Rooftop Lounge are encouraged and can be made here.
Hours of operation: Sunday through Thursday 4pm – 10:30pm; bar closes at 12am; Friday and Saturday 4p – 10pm; bar closes at 2am; Happy Hour is Sunday through Thursday 4pm – 5pm
1840 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy | 215.783.4171 | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
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Ballers PHL, the first-of-its-kind hospitality-driven social sports venue created by Good City Studio, celebrates Pride Month with Heated Rivalry Trivia on Tuesday, June 9 from 7:30–9:30 PM. Hosted by Anita Marks and Ryan Quinn, the event brings a high-energy twist to trivia night, inviting guests to test their knowledge across three fast-paced rounds inspired by the iconic moments and drama of Heated Rivalry. Food, drinks, and merch inspired by the series will be available all night, with the show and soundtrack playing throughout, along with prizes including Phillies tickets, 76ers and Flyers swag, and more. Guests can also arrive early to participate in an on-site clinic with pro athlete Connor Garnett before heading into trivia.
Tickets for Heated Rivalry Trivia can be purchased via Eventbrite.
1325 N Beach St, Philadelphia PA | 267.761.4288 | Website | Instagram
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Dock Street Brewery, known for its inventive craft beer program and community-driven events, is celebrating Pride Month with a special LGBTQ+ edition of Comedy Speed Dating hosted by comedian Colin Coleman on Tuesday June16. The event blends stand-up comedy, matchmaking, and post-show mingling into a fast-paced, in-person alternative to dating apps. Dedicated rounds for members of the community follow sets from single comedians who also take part in the speed dating. Doors open at 6pm with happy-hour specials, followed by comedy at 7pm and speed dating at 8pm. Tickets are $30, with “emotional support friend” tickets available for $10.
More details can be found here, with tickets available for purchase here.
2118 Washington Ave. Philadelphia, PA | 215.337.3103 | Website | Instagram
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Flight Club Philadelphia, the world’s first Social Darts® experience located in the heart of Center City, celebrates Pride Month with a special edition of its weekly Flight Fridays on Friday, June 5 starting at 7pm, just ahead of the Philly Pride Parade. Guests can expect the venue’s signature mix of high-energy gameplay, cocktails, and elevated bites alongside music from a featured LGBTQ+ DJ spinning throughout the evening. Whether stopping in for a few rounds of Social Darts®, happy hour drinks, or a full night out with friends, Flight Club offers a lively way to kick off one of the city’s biggest celebratory weekends of the summer.
Reservations for Flight Club are encouraged and can be made here, but walk-ins are welcome.
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday from 3 PM—11 PM, Friday from 12 PM—1 AM, Saturday from 11 AM—1 AM, Sunday from 11 AM—10 PM.
1417 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215.923.2267 | Website | Instagram
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Stratus Rooftop Lounge, the chic rooftop bar and lounge atop the Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Old City, kicks off Pride Month with a high-energy rooftop celebration on Friday, June 6 in partnership with Sip City Mixer. Taking place from 6pm to 10pm, the event invites guests to enjoy an open-air evening under the stars, complete with a lively dance floor led by DJ Steddy, spacious outdoor seating, and multiple lounge areas for mingling. With a $10 cover at the door, this 21+ event sets the tone for Pride with music, cocktails, and skyline views in one of the city’s most dynamic rooftop settings.
Hours of operation: Thursday 5pm – 12am, Friday 5pm – 2am, Saturday 5pm – 2am
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215.925.2889 | Website | Instagram | Facebook
PRIDE HOTEL PACKAGES & ART PROGRAMMING
Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, the upscale lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Center City, is celebrating Pride Month with a special installment of its rotating Makers Series, Transcendent Musings. Thethought-provoking exhibition features works by local artists Steven Alles and Ernesto Beckford, highlighting identity, memory, and self-invention. Curated by InLiquid, the female-founded-and-led Philadelphia-based nonprofit arts organization, the recently installed exhibition is currently on view at the hotel through Sunday, June 28. To commemorate the exhibition, Hyatt Centric will host a Meet the Makers Opening Reception on Thursday, June 4 from 5:30pm to 7pm. Guests will have the opportunity to view the showcase, meet the featured artists, and enjoy an evening celebrating creativity and community.
Both the reception and exhibition are free and open to the public.
1620 Chancellor Street | Website | Instagram
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, Philadelphia’s stylish boutique hotel located just steps from Rittenhouse Square, invites guests to celebrate Pride Month with its Stay With Pride package, a meaningful offering that gives back while connecting visitors to the city’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community. The package includes a $10 donation to Attic Youth Center, a $25 food and beverage credit to enjoy at Square 1682, and a curated guide to LGBTQ-owned local businesses. Located just moments from the heart of the Gayborhood, guests are perfectly positioned to explore one of Philadelphia’s most dynamic and inclusive neighborhoods, take part in Pride festivities, or experience the area’s rich history with an exclusive 10% off Philly Gayborhood / LGBTQ History Tour throughBeyond the Bell Tours, available for hotel guests.
To book the Stay With Pride Package click here, and to book the Philly Gayborhood / LGBTQ History Tour, click here.
117 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | 215.563.5006 | Website | Instagram
PRIDE FOOD, DRINK & RETAIL ACTIVATIONS
Mecha Noodle Bar, the Fishtown noodle bar known for its modern takes on pho, ramen, and bao, is celebrating Pride Month with the Shaken Not Straight ($14), a tropical cocktail crafted with Espolòn Reposado, Campari, peach, hibiscus, pineapple, and lime. Throughout the month, $2 from every cocktail sold at the Fishtown location will benefit the Attic Youth Center, a Philadelphia-based organization that provides LGBTQ+ youth with mental health support, community programs, and life-saving resources.
Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 12pm to 10pm, Saturday 11:30am to 10pm, and Sunday 11:30am to 9pm, with happy hour Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm.
1700 N Front Street, Philadelphia PA | 267.797.7577 | Website | Instagram
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Patchwork, a vibrant New American restaurant and bar on the second floor of the Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, is celebrating Pride Month with a colorful cocktail special that gives back to the local community. Available for the month of June, the Rainbow Rise ($16), crafted with tequila, grenadine syrup, and orange juice, offers a bright and refreshing way to toast to Pride. In support of LGBTQ+ youth, $1 from every Rainbow Rise sold will be donated to the Attic Youth Center, a Philadelphia-based nonprofit dedicated to providing programs, resources, and support for young members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 9 pm; Friday – Saturday 7 am – 10 pm; Sunday 7 am – 9 pm
1620 Chancellor Street | 215.985.1234 | Website | Facebook | Instagram
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Spread Bagelry, the Philadelphia-born wood-fired bagel brand, is celebrating Pride Month with the launch of its limited-edition Rainbow Bagel, available beginning June 4 and throughout the month of June. Known for its made-from-scratch, wood-fired bagels, the Philly favorite adds a vibrant, festive twist to its lineup with the colorful offering, giving guests a playful way to celebrate Pride all month long.
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday 6:00am-2:30pm
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The Twisted Tail, the Southern-inspired contemporary American restaurant, bar, and live music venue in the heart of Headhouse Square, is celebrating Pride Month with a festive sweet treat perfect summer. Available Saturdays and Sundays all throughout June, The Twisted Tail’s Rainbow Pops ($13) feature rainbow frozen pops from Jonny Pops, served in a glass of bubbly, offering a playful and refreshing way to toast Pride Month while enjoying the venue’s lively atmosphere and live entertainment offerings.
Hours of operation: Monday – Thursday 4 pm – 10 pm; Friday 4 pm – 12 am; Saturday 11 am – 12 am; Sunday 10 am – 10 pm
509 S. 2nd St. | 215.558.2471 | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter