Rochester (NY) Pride

Dates for Pride 2012 Released: July 6 – 15

Rochester Pride — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:32:05 +0000

Mark your calendars now. Pride 2012 will start on Friday July 6 and end with the Picnic on Sunday, July 15. The Parade and Festival will be on Saturday July 14. If you are interested in volunteering or helping with Pride, please send an email to RocPride@gayalliance.org

Updates coming soon

Rochester Pride — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:38:29 +0000

Pride 2012 information forthcoming.

Today’s Events (7/18): Darien Lake

Rochester Pride — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 04:00:11 +0000

Gay Days @ Darien Lake
Mon., July 18

Tickets available at Club Marchella and Bachelor Forum

Today’s Events (7/17): Picnic

Rochester Pride — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:00:14 +0000

PRIDE PICNIC
Genesee Valley Park
Sun., July 17 · 1-7pm

A great way to relax after the Pride parties of Saturday– The annual Rochester Pride Picnic will again be held in the beautiful Genesee Valley Park. Visit the food and merchandise vendors, antique cars, dog show, join in on the picnic site contest, and of course, dancing in the Roundhouse. Entry fee includes entry into the raffle to win a Lottery Basket. Tickets are $10.00 in advance, $15.00 at the gate, ($5.00 for students with an I.D. at gate) Purchase Tickets online or in person at Outlandish, Equal=Grounds and Parkleigh. If desired, please request ASL interpreting by contacting DeafAccess@gayalliance.org before July 8. Picnic Entrance Two and much of the park has sidewalks making many of the activities accessible.

Today’s Events (7/16): Lunch, Family Day, Parade, Festival

Rochester Pride — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 04:00:59 +0000

Pre-Parade Lunch with PFLAG
Saturday, July 16 · 11:30am – 2:00pm

The poster says it all, “Mom and Dad want you to eat a healthy lunch before you go OUT to play.” Support PFLAG’s important work by buying a lunch, your choice of Pita w/Humus or Turkey Sandwich. ($5 adult/ $3 children). Sale will be at Asbury First United Methodist Church – 1050 East Ave, Rochester 14607. Download the Flyer

LGBT Pride Family Day at the Memorial Art Gallery
Sat. July 16 · 12 – 3pm

People of all ages will enjoy free admission to the Gallery. Bring the kids or grandkids for art activities, giant bubbles, face painting and more. Hear the story of Rainbow Fish and make a rainbow fish puppet to take home! Be done in time to get a great seat on the Pride Parade route. If desired, please request ASL interpreting by contacting DeafAccess@gayalliance.org before July 8.

2011 ROCHESTER PRIDE PARADE
Sat. July 16 · 3-4:30pm

In loving memory of Naiomy Kane

Theme: It’s a Gay World After All! Animated on Park
- Let’s see what happens when you wish upon a star (or a rainbow)
Parade Line-up (Registration Required) @ 2pm – Argyle & Brunswick between East and Park
Join the crowds lining the streets of Park Ave. and Goodman Streets for Rochester’s annual Pride Parade. There will be bands, floats, drag Kings & Queens, motorcycle riders, politicians and of course the annual protesters. Parade steps-off at 3:00pm from the corner of Park Avenue and Brunswick.

PRIDE FESTIVAL
Sat., July 16 · 4:30-9:30pm

Immediately following the Parade the annual Pride Festival will be held behind the Auditorium Theater on College Avenue. There will be food and drink (both soft and adult beverages) vendors and entertainment. This year’s stage lineup is more then impressive- our featured entertainers are Pepper Mashay (back by Popular Demand) and Melissa Ferrick (performing for the first time at Rochester Pride!). Pawan from Toronto and of course, your favorite Rochester & Upstate NY Queens will also be on the Three Olives stage. DJ John Herbert and DJ Hector mix the music to dance the night away. ASL Interpretation of the stage will be provided. Tickets are $5.00 in advance, and $8.00 at the gate. ($5.00 for students with an I.D. at gate) Purchase advance tickets online or in person at Equal=Grounds, Outlandish and Parkleigh.
Roc City Rickshaw (pedicabs/taxis) available at the festival to get you to the next spot!

Today’s Events (7/15): Kickoff!

Rochester Pride — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:00:05 +0000

2011 Rochester Pride Weekend Kickoff
Friday, July 15 · 7-10pm

The 2011 Pride Weekend Kickoff Party will be held at The Holiday Inn Airport located at 911 Brooks Ave., Rochester, 14624 (Brooks Avenue and I-390). No entry fee, cash bar, food, and prizes. A Pride program will only briefly interrupt the music by DJ Chuck Argento and dancing. The Sashing of the 2011 Grand Marshal and Honorary Marshal along with a big thank you for what they have done for the Rochester community. If desired, please request ASL interpreting by contacting DeafAccess@gayalliance.org before July 8.
Special room rate: $99. Call 585-328-6000.

Today’s Events (7/14): Networking & ImageOUT

Rochester Pride — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 04:00:07 +0000

Out&Equal 2nd Thursdays Networking Event
Thurs, July 14 · 5-7pm

The Pride Edition of Second Thursday will be at the Horizons Lounge at the Woodcliff Hotel & Spa, 199 Woodcliff Drive, Fairport. Pride giveaways and 50/50 raffle to support Pride 2011. No cover, just good conversation.

ImageOUT Movie Night
Thurs, July 14

ImageOUT’s Pride Week double feature will be held at the Cinema Cinema Theatre, 957 South Clinton Avenue 14620 will bring back two audience favorites from their October lineup for one night only.

@ 7pm · “You Should Meet My Son”

@ 9pm · “Ticked-Off Trannies with Kinves”

Note: This film contains excessive, over-the-top, graphic violence.

To request interpreting services contact the ImageOut by July 8. Use the relay service, 1-800-662-1220 or email office@imageout.org. This event is wheelchair accessible.

Parade Line Up Assignments and Parade Confirmation

Rochester Pride — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 03:31:02 +0000

As promised the 2011 Pride Parade Committee has posted Parade Line Up Assignments and Parade Confirmation information before the Wed. 7/13/11, 5p.m. Goal Date and Time! All parade participants please review both documents and share the information with your teams before you arrive at 2pm this Saturday, July 16th to Line up. Step Off is at 3 Sharp! Rain or Shine! This is going to be fun for marchers, drivers and spectators alike!

Today’s Events (7/12): Movies

Rochester Pride — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:00:04 +0000

Movie Night and Refreshments
Tuesday, July 12 · 7-8:30pm

For the seventh year Third Presbyterian Church, 4 Meigs St (at East Ave) Rochester. PATRIK, AGE 1.5 is a 2008 Swedish comedy–drama film in which a gay Swedish couple adopt what they at first believe to be a baby, Patrik, only to have him turn out to be a homophobic teenager. This 103 minute film is sure to both disturb you and entertain you. The Tuesday movie night has become a popular event during the annual Rochester Pride Week. Presented in Swedish with English Subtitles.

Today’s Events (7/11): Youth Dance

Rochester Pride — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 04:00:57 +0000

Youth Dance & Drag Pagent
Mon., July 11 · 5-9pm

The annual Youth Pride Dance and Drag Pageant will be held at TILT Nightclub, located at 444 Central Avenue in Rochester. $5 admission includes pizza and two free soda tickets. (Additional $0.75/ea) DJ Chuck Argento will spin the music. This event is open to all LGBTQ youth ages 13-23. Straight allies are welcome. This is an alcohol and drug free event. If desired, please request ASL interpreting by contacting DeafAccess@gayalliance.org before July 5.