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Parade 2PM to 3PM Festival 3PM to 8PM Street Party 8PM to 11PM Project Pride SRQ invites the community to the vibrant Rosemary District in downtown Sarasota for the Gulfcoast Pride Festival & Street Party, featuring a market comprising numerous local vendor booths, a parade, live music, fabulous performances, surprise guests, and much more. This year's celebration is co-presented by Project Pride SRQ and the GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION! The MARKET runs from 3-8 p.m.; the STREET PARTY continues through 11 p.m., with musical headliner ZEE MACHINE from Los Angeles. This year's parade Grand Marshal will be Ken Shelin, former Sarasota City Commissioner and Vice Mayor, and drag headliner will be PORK CHOP, from RuPaul's Drag Race. Get ready for an unforgettable day of celebration, unity, and pride. The festival was formerly known as Sarasota Pride but has been rebranded as the celebration now also encompasses the former Manatee Pride event as well. This family-friendly, free event is open to all; sponsorship opportunities are available. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 19, 2024! Gulfcoast Pride is always FREE for attendees. The FESTIVAL and MARKET is scheduled to be open from 3 PM to 8 PM The STREET PARTY is scheduled for 8 pm to 11 pm