2nd Annual Wake Forest Pride Fest
October 11th, 2025
11-5PM

Join us in celebrating the second annual Wake Forest Pride Fest this October on National Coming Out Day!

This year, our theme is CAMP, and we don't just mean s'mores and sing-alongs. We’re celebrating Camp as a style, a culture, and a cornerstone of queer history. This vibrant and inclusive event will honor the courage and diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community with music, art, food, and community-centered programming.

Whether you're out, coming out, or showing up as an ally, come share in a day of pride, visibility, and love in the heart of Wake Forest! 🏳️‍🌈✨

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PARKING INFORMATION

*Please note the Renaissance Plaza is private parking and cannot be used the day of the festival

Additional Parking Options:

Wake Forest Christian Church (10-12 minute walk) :

701 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Wake Electric/Electel Cooperative Federal Credit Union (5 minute walk):

414 Wait Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587

SAFETY INFORMATION

Wake Forest Pride and Pride Fest organizers have developed a detailed plan to ensure the safety of everyone attending and involved in this year’s Pride Fest celebrations.

We are actively working to eliminate possible safety hazards before they happen. The presence of “protestors” cannot be prevented, but we have volunteers and plans in place to ensure they have as small of an impact on the Pride Fest celebration as possible.

Please do not engage with their negativity; respond with positivity and JOY.

Volunteers will be wearing brightly-colored vests so they are easy to find in case anyone needs help. If at any point you feel unsafe or threatened by anyone in the Pride Fest area, contact a volunteer or Police Officer right away.

Learn More About Our Safety Plan Here

SENSORY ZONES

Wake Forest Pride has partnered with local allied businesses to provide several sensory zones: calm, low-stimulation areas designed for attendees who need a break from overwhelming crowds and noise.

Dedicated Sensory Zone:
*Not open for regular business

Jubilation Spa (11:00am - 5:00pm): enter up the stairs and through the back door, which can be found by following the signs in the Fidelity Bank parking lot (near the food trucks)

The Yoga Loft (1:30 - 4:00pm): 212 S White St (up flight of stairs)

Other Sensory Zones:

*Businesses will be open to customers throughout the festival

The Knotty Sheep (11:00am - 3:00pm): 214 E Jones Ave, ADA Accessible

Magpie & Crow (11:00am - 5:00pm): 145 Wait Ave, ADA Accessible