LGBTQ+ Pride events happen all summer long in the Pacific Northwest and one of the most anticipated is PACIFIC NORTHWEST BLACK PRIDE which produces numerous events in August by and for the Pacific NW Black community. It’ll kick off with a special pre-Black Pride Church BBQ on Sunday, August 17th at Judkins Park. But, the main weekend of events will happen Thursday, August 21 through Sunday, August 24th with numerous events being produced at venues across the city.

For full info, go to their website: https://www.nwblackpride.org/events and for updates, their social media: https://www.instagram.com/nwblackpride/

Kinky Carnival

• Thursday, August 21, 2025
• 7:00 PM  11:00 PM
• Subspace (map)

A night cohosted by the renowned Onyx Northwest. Let your kink shine or test out the featured stations. For the curious first timers and experienced individuals.

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Pride Opening Reception – Cards & Gaming Truck

• Friday, August 22, 2025
• 6:30 PM  11:00 PM
• 153 14th AvenueSeattle, WA, 98122United States (map)

Join us for a joyful and opening to the Pride weekend with community connections, cards, gaming, and more!

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Fierce & Fabulous: Drag Brunch

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 10:30 AM  11:30 AM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

A celebration of Artistry and Identity, and Joy with local legends and rising stars.

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Youth Zone & Game Truck

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 11:00 AM  5:30 PM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

For the young people, ages 11 to 19, enjoy the youth zone and game truck experience:

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Black Pride Wellness Suite

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 11:00 AM  5:30 PM
• POCAAN (map)

The renowned Wellness Suite returns with free services for you to explore.

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State of the Black Queer Union

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 4:30 PM  5:15 PM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

A collective visioning and conversation to chart our civic and cultural future.

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Black Pride Awards Ceremony

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 5:30 PM  7:00 PM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

An event honoring trailblazers, leaders, and advocates in the LGBTQ+ community with curated entertainment.

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Sankofa Mixer: An African Meetup

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 7:00 PM  8:00 PM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

An event designed for LGBTQIA+ individuals from Africa residing in the U.S. Free food and more included.

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Women’s Meet & Greet

• Saturday, August 23, 2025
• 7:00 PM  8:00 PM
• Northwest African American Museum (map)

A networking opportunity designed for women in the Black queer community to network, share experiences, and build lasting friendships.

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The Lituation: All-White Boots on the Ground Party

• Sat, Aug 23, 202510:30 PM  Sun, Aug 24, 20251:30 AM
• TBA (map)

The Lituation returns! Dress in all whites (or similar color tones), and enjoy a special performance from Leileli47. It’s about to crazy!

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Black Pride Worship Service

• Sunday, August 24, 2025
• 2:45 PM  4:00 PM
• Plymouth Church (map)

Join us for a powerful, joy0filled, and liberating Black Pride Worship Service as we celebrate the beauty, brilliance, and resilience of Black queer identity!View Event →

Rooftop Day Party

• Sunday, August 24, 2025
• 3:00 PM  7:30 PM
• West Seattle Rooftop (map)

Celebrate joy, community, and freedom in the sunshine. RSVP

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