Indy Pride Parade, Celebration, and Events | A Family Guide for 2025

We finally took our kids to the Indy Pride Parade and Celebration and we all had a blast! I’ve wanted to attend for a while now and I’ve wanted to bring the kids along to show support and love, and we finally did it! There are tons of events and activities all day long (and all month long) celebrating Central Indiana’s LGBTQ+ community, and almost all of them are family-friendly. The kids will love the lively, inclusive atmosphere as well as the decked-out parade floats, dressed-up visitors, and rainbows galore!

2025 Indy Pride Parade

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, head downtown at 10 am for the Indy Pride Parade with over 140 floats and groups. The 2025 Indy Pride Parade starts at College & St. Clair Streets, travels southwest along Mass Avenue, turns north on Delaware Avenue, and finishes on Michigan Street.

The Indy Pride Parade is free to attend. Kids and adults will love the colorful floats and the lively music and entertainment. Be sure to wear sunglasses, sunblock, and other sun protection. Bring chairs and blankets to sit on if you like, but most people are standing and dancing. Don’t forget your water bottles and snacks!

2025 Indy Pride Celebration

Every year, all of the best Indianapolis area companies and organizations come together for a day of events and activities that celebrate love, diversity, and unity. The 2025 Indy Pride Celebration on the Circle will take place on June 14-15 from 12-5 pm on Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis.

The Indy Pride Celebration on the Circle will be a vibrant and unforgettable experience filled with art, music, entertainment, and a rainbow of festivities. There will be performances by local drag artists, a community stage dedicated to amplifying local voices, and a diverse selection of local food trucks and artisan vendors.

Indy Pride Celebration Tickets & Parking

The Indy Pride Celebration is FREE to attend. Register online to help Indy Pride plan for attendance numbers. Indy Pride is partnering with iPark for vendor and attendee parking. Check the Indy Pride Celebration page for updated parking information.

What to Bring to the Indy Pride Parade & Celebration

Strollers, wagons, and chairs are permitted at the Indy Pride Parade & Celebration. You should plan to bring sunscreen, snacks, water, pride gear, and a credit card for purchases. An umbrella would be helpful for rain or the blistering sun.

Other Family-Friendly Pride Events in Indy

Pet Pride

One of the most adorable events on the Pride calendar is Pet Pride presented by ELANCO! On Saturday, May 31st, from 10 am – 1 pm, pet parents, local vendors, and the community will gather at Riverside Park for a day of play and music centered around our loving animals. It is a highlight for many in our community who celebrate their Pride as both LGBTQ+ identified individuals and as pet parents.

Community Picnic & Bat n’ Rouge

The Indy Pride Community Picnic will take place on Sunday, June 1st at 1 pm, followed by the Bat n’ Rouge softball game at 2 pm at Riverside Park. The community is invited to gather, eat, connect, and celebrate Pride at this free event that supports local HIV/AIDS service organizations.

Hoosier 250

The Hoosier 250 is a time-honored tradition with a nod to the Indy 500 with Pride style. Teams of two race around a track on tricycles at Sun King downtown. The team with the fastest time wins! Attendees are welcome to stay after the race to visit with community members and explore vendor booths. The event, which takes place on May 11th from 11 am – 2 pm, is free to watch and participate in!

AAPI Pride Celebration

AAPI Pride of Indiana will be hosting a 2025 AAPI Pride Celebration on Friday, May 16th, from 7-10 pm. All ages are welcome to the FREE event, which will feature cirque performers, tarot readings, a dance party, and more.

Indy Pride Rainbow 5K Run/Walk

Register now for the Indy Pride Rainbow 5k Run/Walk! While the focus of this event is to promote wellness and raise money for the local LGBTQIA+ Community, for many, this is an opportunity to publicly show their pride with their community!

The race, which begins at 8:30 am on Saturday, May 10, is an event for the entire family with special youth registration fees for kiddos 13 and under! This year’s race course will start at The Fowling Warehouse and move through the Brookside Park area. Stick around after the race for some post-race fun at The Fowling Warehouse.

For a complete list of all Indy Pride events for 2025, head to the Indy Pride website.

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