June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, honor its history and recognize the ongoing importance of inclusion, visibility and respect. It is an opportunity to reflect on the progress that has been made while continuing to support spaces where everyone feels safe, valued and empowered to be themselves.
At the Wisconsin Center District, we know our strength comes from the people who make up our organization and community. Different backgrounds, identities and experiences help shape who we are, strengthen our culture and make our workplace more welcoming and connected.
Throughout Pride Month, we celebrate our LGBTQ+ staff, partners, guests and community members who help make our organization and our city vibrant and inclusive. Thank you for the perspectives, talent and authenticity you bring every day.
Happy Pride Month from all of us at the Wisconsin Center District!
Pride Month Events Around Milwaukee
- PrideFest Milwaukee (June 4-6): Held at Henry W. Maier Festival Park, this 3-day festival features headliners on the SKYYLine Mainstage, the Dance Pavilion, and a variety of vendors.
- Milwaukee Pride Parade (June 7): The 21st annual parade steps off at 2:00 PM on 2nd St in Walker's Point (between Scott and Seeboth St) with the theme "Remember, Resist, Rejoice".
- Ride With Pride (June 6): A motorcycle run starting at the House of Harley-Davidson.
- Milwaukee Brewers Pride Night (June 12): Celebrate Pride Month and Wisconsin sports at Brewers Pride Night! Come see a game, show your pride and receive a Brewers Pride t-shirt!
- PRIDE Nights at Milwaukee Rep (May 28): Celebrate the Milwaukee Rep’s Pride Night as they perform a version of Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None on May 28. The night will be co-hosted by Dear Ruthie, Karen Valentine, DJ Femme Noir and the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. The event will offer pre-show social hours with complimentary drinks, drag queens and special performances.
- MKE Pride Market - Love ALL Around (June 13): A family-friendly market celebrating diversity and inclusion at Alice's Garden.