8 fabulous ways to celebrate Pride Month in Miami and beyond this June

Kick off the festivities with a high-energy free Pride blowout! Headlined by internationally acclaimed drag superstar Alyssa Edwards (of RuPaul’s Drag Race) and hosted by the charismatic FayWhat?!, this year’s event promises to be a radiant celebration. Expect show-stopping performances from local drag artists like Lady Paraiso, Jellika Boom, Roxie Stones and LA the King, plus live choreography by Anthony Velazquez and beats by DJ Zac Mantha.

Guests can also explore a Pride Marketplace filled with local organizations, artisans and small businesses, with food and drink specials available for purchase.

The Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival is bringing festive floats and multiple stages to Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 20! Known as South Florida’s longest-running Pride parade, the event usually attracts upwards of 50,000 attendees and begins with a street festival featuring music and vendors at 3 p.m. followed by a twilight parade at 7 p.m. It may not be in Miami, but it’s just a short drive away!

Year after year, Wynwood Pride transforms the arts district into an all-out bash with live music, fierce drag performances, immersive art and endless community spirit. While we await more news of this year’s festival, be sure to keep your eyes on their official social channels for updates!

Lincoln Road has transformed into a colorful oasis of pride thanks to this new installation! Miami-based artist Camilo Rojas has debuted this large-scale public artwork with rainbow-painted arches and glowing text reading, “You Are Love.” Exploring themes of identity, inclusivity and connection, it’s a beautiful spot to snap a photo and reflect on the season.

Toast to Pride with a cocktail that gives back! All throughout the month, Riviera Dining Group venues are pouring the “Libre” — a bright, silky seasonal cocktail crafted with chamomile-infused LALO Blanco Tequila, blanc vermouth, raspberry, fresh lemon juice and egg white.

The drink is available for $23, and $2 from every cocktail sold will benefit Pridelines, an organization dedicated to supporting and empowering the local queer community.

Two of Miami’s beloved dessert brands are teaming up for a limited-time Wynwood Pride collaboration that perfectly aligns with National Churro Day! Santo Dulce! will park its retro airstream outside the Wynwood Salt & Straw scoop shop, allowing you to pair signature Churro Halos and ChurroCones with artisan ice cream flavors.

The pop-up will feature live DJ sets to keep the Wynwood Pride vibes going, plus a tarot card-inspired “destiny” wheel where you can win Salt & Straw gift cards, merch or extra sweet toppings.

The Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science is ringing in Pride Month in dazzling style with a special edition of its Laser Evenings under the Frost Planetarium’s stunning 67-foot dome. On June 12th, experience an unforgettable night as vibrant laser light shows are set to the tunes of ABBA, Queen and Lady Gaga.

Set sail on the nation’s largest Pride-on-the-water celebration! Presented by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, FLoatarama is a 2.5-hour brunch cruise aboard the luxurious Sun Dream Yacht Catalina. The voyage includes a premium open bar, delectable brunch and beats by local favorite DJ Trevor Oldroyd.

It all starts at 10 a.m. with a complimentary mimosa bar at the dock and continues after the cruise with an exclusive waterfront T-Dance. Best of all? All of the proceeds flow directly back to the FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund.