ST. LOUIS PRIDEFEST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

PrideFest 2025 will be held June 28th (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.) and June 29th (11 a.m. - 6 p.m. )

PrideFest is located in Downtown St. Louis, in the parks surrounding Soldiers Memorial and right across the street from St. Louis City Hall.

For Metrolink and Buses we suggest the Civic Center Station which is two blocks away. 

There are shuttles that go to and from the Grove (4112 Manchester Ave for reference) throughout both Festival days. Refer to our Shuttle Flyer for times.

For ride share apps (Uber, Lyft, etc.) we suggest dropping off at 13th or 14th and Market or the easiest landmark is St. Louis City Hall. Market will be closed for the Parade that starts at noon.

If you choose to drive, parking is available at nonrestricted meters, which are free of charge on Sunday. Be sure not to park at reserved meters or in "no parking" zones. Pride St. Louis will not reimburse parking violations. Vehicles in "no parking" zones will be towed at the owners expense.

Parking resources:

STL Parking Garage Locations

Parkopedia

For handicap parking, there is a pay lot at City Hall. Sometimes meters around the city can be closer than that lot.

The Grand Pride Parade will take place on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Noon. Starting on Market and 10th St. to 16th St.

Admission to the festival is free, but we strongly suggest a donation of $5 to support our many community efforts and to provide a safe and enjoyable festival.

Pride St. Louis doesn't have a specific dress code; we encourage self-expression and body positivity. We are required by law to abide by the City of Saint Louis' code of ordinances. Visit their website to contact them for more information on what is allowable.

We work with a variety of different institutions to ensure the safety of every person that attends PrideFest. With the current social and political climate we have strengthened the security presence at PrideFest. The safety of festival attendees is at the forefront of our planning.

We utilize a combination of hired security - both marked and unmarked, as well as local police.

We encourage each person to remain alert to their surroundings and to report any suspicious behavior or packages to security personnel. If you see something say something.

No coolers are allowed onto festival grounds. If you have specific dietary needs or other concerns, we recommend bringing a small, soft-sided lunchbox-style container with you. Large, hard-sided coolers will not be allowed into the grounds.

Do not bring tents to the festival grounds. They block the view and make it hard for others to enjoy the entertainment and festivities. Lawn chairs are welcome.

Weapons of any kind and firearms are strictly prohibited. Anyone bringing prohibited items into festival grounds will be asked to leave immediately and may be refused re-entry.

For everyone's safety, please do not bring glass containers with you. In compliance with our liquor license, as well as state and municipal law, no outside alcohol is allowed. No one under the legal drinking age of 21 years old is allowed to drink at PrideFest. All individuals appearing to be under the age of 40 years old may be asked for a valid photo ID. Individual, sealed bottles of water are allowed to be carried in (maximum 6 bottles).

We ask that you do not bring pets; service animals are always allowed. Due to temperature, very hot pavement and very large and loud crowds; we highly suggest not bringing pets for their safety and that of all our guests.

Please refer to our festival map for bathroom locations.

Medical personnel will be on-site at all times during festival hours. A first-aid tent staffed by a team of certified medical professionals is located on Olive and 14th Street (or go to any entry plaza). In case of emergency, call 911.

There are plenty of great local food choices located in our food areas. Please refer to our festival map and webpage for the location and the food vendors participating at festival.

Yes. Please visit any beer or liquor booth throughout the festival, show your identification, and purchase a $2 wristband for the day. This ensures shorter lines at alcohol booths, since you will have already shown proof of your age.

ATMs are located throughout the festival grounds. Please refer to the festival map for locations.

PrideFest brings you dozens of entertainment acts on two stages. Enjoy a variety of acts and performances, including music, dance, and visual arts. Check out the entertainment page for biographies and a schedule of performances.