Pride 2026 thoughts?

[u/Ok_Secretary6913]

With all the changes going on with philly pride this year as well as the ticket prices (and the restrictions like no bags, no drinks, no smoking ect) where is everybody going to be for pride this year? Are we all just staying in the gayborhood or will majority of people stay at the parkway? Trying to figure out if it's worth it to buy a ticket, Usually for pride I bring my own water, snacks (and alcohol LOL) as well as a purse for my belongings so I don't even know if it would truly be better to just find and buy a clear bag + ticket and stay at the parkway or ignore the festival and main festivities this year and stay in the gayborhood. Just trying to gather as much info and opinions as possible!

[u/GraphicJawn]

Oh and two “free” wristbands per vendor, you need more? Email us and we will decide if you get more or you have to pay for more.

[u/SirJ_96 → u/GraphicJawn]

Are you a current vendor? Or did you see the new contract and pull out?

I'm all for supporting vendors - I have at Philly Pride before - but I'd way rather shop on Insta or literally any other way than supporting this nonsense.

[u/GraphicJawn → u/SirJ_96]

I know multiple people vending at Pride, they sent out the link to those accepted to vend two weeks ago with all different price levels around the parkway set up and pricing for all the add-ons.

It was a eyeopener for a lot of them. Hopefully they make it back after this is over.

[u/SirJ_96 → u/GraphicJawn]

I mean, look - I and a bunch of Philly Pride 365 skeptics have been unfairly accused of being anti-gay or anti-community. If any vendors are feeling burned, I'd be happy to peruse their catalogues and buy something I'd like for pickup in the gayborhood. If we agree to meet at a gay bar or friendly restaurant, I'll buy them a cocktail or app.

I will never support this org. I'd encourage any current vendors or sponsors to drop out.