May event round-up

This family-friendly event would be right at home at the end of a heartwarming Disney Channel original movie. Picture face painting, food vendors, and funky, colorful costumes. Oh, and don’t forget the giant handcrafted floatation devices that race through Baltimore Harbor. The Charm City is full of magic, and this whimsical event proves it in spades. 

This world-famous festival cultivates massive crowds, eager to celebrate the culture and heritage of the birth of Jazz music. Spread over two weekends, thousands of people flock to NOLA, where this multi-stage festival spotlights local legends as well as global superstars. The first-ever Jazz Fest took place in April of 1970, featuring headliners like Duke Ellington and The Preservation Hall Brass Band, with only 350 people in attendance. Now, hundreds of thousands of music lovers make this festival a yearly tradition.

We love an early Pride celebration! Only 5 years old, the Davis County Pride Festival is already one of the largest in Utah, featuring hundreds of local vendors, a stellar entertainment line-up, and a vibrant community spirit. This year’s theme is circus with the tagline ‘This is Me!’; start getting your outfit ready!

Buckle up, Houston. This is one of the hottest events of the year. Catering towards the Black and Latino LGBTQ+ communities of Texas, this weekend is nothing short of a rager. From all-night block parties to sexy days by the pool, you’d better arrive with plenty of stamina to keep up with this crowd. 

Hosted on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria, this is one of Europe’s most well-attended and popular LGBTQ+ celebrations. The island is already renowned as a premier queer travel destination, and this early-season Pride is the cherry on top of an already packed party season. Pull out your ivory Speedo for the Wet & White party, one of the most famous and iconic pool party experiences!

For more than 35 years. DC Black Pride has been empowering the Black LGBTQ+ community, uplifting voices, creating safe spaces, and has become a catalyst of representation and unapologetic Black joy. Get ready for a weekend of pageants, panel discussions, music, dancing, and bold, vibrant artistry.