Tulsa Pride Festival and Parade Set for Saturday, October 11

Festival Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Parade at 4:00 p.m.

Oklahomans for Equality announces the 2025 Tulsa Pride Festival and Parade on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The festival runs 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., centered at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center and surrounding area, with a full day of community programming, vendors, and local and national entertainment.

The Tulsa Pride Parade will kick off at 4:00 p.m. from Boston Avenue Methodist Church, then proceed through downtown to the Equality Center. Organizers invite all Oklahomans and more to take part in a joyful, safe, and inclusive celebration.

This marks the second year that Tulsa Pride has shifted from June to October. The change was made in response to the extreme summer heat, but also to align with National LGBTQIA History Month. Hosting Pride in October allows more college students to be back in Tulsa after summer break, so they can attend and participate in the festival and parade.

Hailey Briggs, Executive Director of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, said, “At a time when the 2SLGBTQIA+ community continues to face challenges and active targeting, this year’s Pride is focused on bringing our diverse community and allies together to celebrate joy, resilience, and care. Our goal is to connect people with resources, foster meaningful support, and ensure we move forward together, stronger than ever.”

Cory Ross, Tulsa Pride Committee Chair, said, “Pride is a promise we make to each other, show up, stand up, and lift each other higher. Tulsa will celebrate the strength and resilience of our 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and we cannot wait to see you at the festival and along the parade route.”

For schedules, volunteer information, and updates, visit tulsapride.org.

The Gayly. 10/9/2025 @ 1:42 p.m. CST.