Carli Clesmere From beach towns to boardwalks, Pride celebrations are happening all across the Jersey Shore in 2026. The lineup includes events in Asbury Park, Red Bank, Long Branch, Seaside Heights, Cape May, Point Pleasant Beach, and other coastal spots. Whether the plan is a full festival day or a quick stop at a local Pride event, there are plenty of ways to show up and celebrate. We’ve rounded up festivals, events, and more to add to the calendar. Read on for a guide to Pride events happening down the shore this year.
This is a growing list, and we’ll continue to update it as more events are announced. Know of an event we should add? Email us at [email protected].
Keyport Pride Celebration | Keyport Waterfront Gazebo, American Legion Drive, Keyport
Tuesday, June 2nd
Keyport will host a Pride celebration at the Keyport Waterfront Gazebo.
2nd Annual Barnegat Pride Festival | 382 North Main Street, Barnegat
Saturday, June 6th
Barnegat will host its 2nd annual Pride Festival.
Jersey Pride | Asbury Park
Jersey Pride was New Jersey’s very first statewide Pride parade, initially held in 1992 after changes to the state’s Law Against Discrimination. It has since been held every June in Asbury Park and will celebrate its 34th year this summer. The event will be held on Sunday, June 7th, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Red Bank’s Pride in the Park | Riverside Gardens Park, 40 West Front Street, Red Bank
Saturday, June 6th
Red Bank’s Pride in the Park will take place at Riverside Gardens Park.
Pride Weekend | Jimbo’s Bar + Grill, 715 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights + TRAC Gallery, 40 Main Street, Toms River + Seaside Social House, 116 Sumner Avenue, Seaside Heights
Friday, June 12th-Sunday, June 14th
Ocean County’s Pride Weekend will include events in Toms River and Seaside Heights.
Jersey Pride 2026 | Jersey Pride Festival, 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
Sunday, June 7th
Jersey Pride 2026 will return to Asbury Park for New Jersey’s statewide LGBTQ+ Pride celebration.
Long Branch Pride in the Park | West End Park, 607 Ocean Avenue North, Long Branch
Friday, June 12th
Long Branch Pride in the Park will take place at West End Park.
Pride at Wild Air Beerworks | 801 2nd Avenue, Asbury Park
Saturday, June 13th
Celebrate Pride at Wild Air Beerworks with performances from Monte Maybe, Flexiglass, Honeybree, Teddy Grump, and Caitlin McGarry, raising money for the Trans Equity Coalition.
Drag Brunch | Seaside Social House, 116 Sumner Avenue, Seaside Heights
Sunday, June 14th
Seaside Social House will host a Pride weekend drag brunch in Seaside Heights.
Pride on the Point | Downtown Point Pleasant Beach, 601 Arnold Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach
Sunday, June 28th
Pride on the Point will bring Pride celebrations to Downtown Point Pleasant Beach.
Highlands Pride Fest | Veterans Park, Bay Avenue, Highlands
Saturday, July 11th
Highlands Pride Fest will be held at Veterans Park.
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