Hampton Roads PrideWeekend

Join us for the Iconic Pride Boat Parade, a historic and vibrant centerpiece of Hampton Roads PrideFest, taking place on the Elizabeth River! Celebrating the region’s maritime heritage and its role as the nation's first-ever Pride Boat Parade, this colorful procession is a testament to our community’s diversity, inclusion, and unity.

Submission is free upon approval, the Parade kicks off at 12:00 Noon, following the presentation of colors and the National Anthem. Leading the procession will be the USCG Auxiliary, followed by the Grand Marshal, Community Award Winners, the iconic American Rover as a featured vessel, and a fleet of vibrant community vessels.

Decorate your boat and join the celebration.

Thank you for your interest and support in Hampton Roads Pride. 

This application is to participate in the

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Hampton Roads Pridefest at Town Point Park. ONLY 

Address is 113 Waterside Drive, Norfolk Va 23510, and hours of event are 11a-7p

Due to limited space, vendor opportunities will not be available for the 

Sunday, June 22, 2025, Pride at the Beach Festival at Neptune’s Park.

**However, new this year, we are hosting a Pride March! Registration is free, and you can sign up on our website or here on Eventeny.

Please fill this application out in its entirety, along with payment, to be considered for acceptance into the festival.  Any applications without payment will not be considered. While filling out your application, if you encounter any questions or issues, please email vendors@threeoneoneproductions.com. Once your application AND payment have been submitted and your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email from us explaining the next steps!  In the unlikely event that your application is not accepted, you will receive a full refund for your vendor fee. 

Please read EVERYTHING and complete this application in its entirety, including payment submission. 

 -Submitting an application DOES NOT guarantee acceptance into the festival.  Vendors will be notified on the status of their acceptance as applications are received. 

 -Your application can not be officially accepted until your payment is submitted.

  
 -Check payments will no longer be accepted unless you are a corporate/government/private entity that requires invoicing to process payment.  Please select "Requires Invoicing" at payment for further processing. 

This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

Thank you for your interest and support in Hampton Roads Pride. 

This application is to participate in the

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Hampton Roads Pridefest at Town Point Park ONLY. 

Address is 113 Waterside Drive, Norfolk Va 23510. Event hours are 11am-7pm on Saturday.

Due to limited space, vendor opportunities will not be available for the 

Sunday, June 22, 2025, Pride at the Beach Festival at Neptune’s Park.

**However, new this year, we are hosting a Pride March! Registration is free, and you can sign up on our website or here on Eventeny.

Please fill this application out in its entirety, along with payment, to be considered for acceptance into the festival.  Any applications without payment will not be considered. While filling out your application, if you encounter any questions or issues, please email vendors@threeoneoneproductions.com. Once your application AND payment have been submitted and your application has been reviewed, you will receive an email from us explaining the next steps!  In the unlikely event that your application is not accepted, you will receive a full refund for your vendor fee. 

Please read EVERYTHING and complete this application in its entirety, including payment submission. 

 -Submitting an application DOES NOT guarantee acceptance into the festival.  Vendors will be notified on the status of their acceptance as applications are received. 

 -Your application can not be officially accepted until your payment is submitted.

  
 -Check payments will no longer be accepted unless you are a corporate/government/private entity that requires invoicing to process payment.  Please select "Requires Invoicing" at payment for further processing. 

This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

Hampton Roads Pride is dedicated to empowering the educational pursuits of LGBTQ+ individuals and allies in our community. We are excited to announce that applications are now open for our scholarships, which support high school students and individuals attending or accepted into accredited post-secondary institutions across the United States. These scholarships encompass a variety of fields, including trade, real estate, and other areas of study, reflecting our commitment to fostering diverse pathways to success.

Are you about to tie the knot or have recently exchanged vows? Perhaps you're considering renewing your wedding promises? Hampton Roads Pride presents an exciting opportunity for you to celebrate your special moment on stage at PrideFest!

Experience your dream ceremony with the community officiated by Jacinta Gauvin on with the community at Hampton Roads PrideFest. Limited slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and the registration fee is $100. All proceeds will contribute to the HRP Scholarship fund.

These exclusive ceremonies will take place during the festival at Town Point Park. While the exact stage times will be communicated closer to the event by our entertainment team, please note that your chosen hour during this timeframe will determine your stage time. Each ceremony typically lasts around ten minutes.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate your love in a memorable way! 

Wedding packages include:

• Dedicated styling consultation with Studio I Do expert stylist to choose your wedding day looks
• Up to $5000 in couples attire rental from Studio I Do Bridals, Here & Now Bridal or All the Rage in Virginia Beach
• Full hair services from Citrine Bride
• Full beauty services from Lo & Co
• Photography package from Deline Photography (ceremony photos plus 30 minute portrait mini-session)
• Floral (bouquets or boutonnieres)

The Hampton Roads (757) Pride March is a pedestrian-only event celebrating unity, diversity, and LGBTQ+ pride. Participants will march along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk. The event is open to individuals, community groups, nonprofits, and businesses who support equality and inclusivity.

Following the march, participants are invited to join us at Pride at the Beach at the 31st Street Neptunes Park, featuring live entertainment, food trucks, and interactive community experiences and a chance to relax and wrap up a weekend of Pride events.

General Guidelines:

• All participants must pre-register.
• Signs, banners, and flags are encouraged; no object throwing allowed.
• Further event details, including logistics and protocols, will be provided upon registration.

Colors of Pride: Storytelling with Art is an exciting program by Hampton Roads Pride designed to empower LGBTQ+ and allied youth artists. Participants will receive personalized mentorship and consultation from professional adult artists, providing invaluable guidance and support for their creative journeys. The program also includes exclusive behind-the-scenes tours and workshops with local art institutions offering unique insights into the art world, along with a workshop on storytelling with art from local non-profit partners. The culmination of this enriching experience will be an exhibition of the participants' artwork at Pridefest on June 21st, 2025, celebrating their talents and stories. 

Applicants should be visual artists between ages 13-18 who live or attend school in the Hampton Roads area. Tours, workshops, and exhibition will be local so applicants should be able to attend these in person, schedule permitting.