Laramie has once again transformed into a hub of celebration, visibility, and solidarity with the launch of this year’s PrideFest, running from May 30 to June 15. With over two weeks of events ranging from yoga and storytelling to drag shows and political advocacy, PrideFest 2025 offers something for everyone. It serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community in Wyoming.
The festivities kicked off May 30 with a Downtown Sign Lighting on the 1st Street Footbridge, a visual symbol of pride shining over the city’s heart. The next morning, June began with a powerful Pride Proclamation and Visibility March at the 1st Street Plaza, affirming community presence and unity. That same day, PrideFest Yoga in Washington Park invited residents to start the weekend with mindfulness and movement.
As June unfolds, the calendar is packed with events aimed at fostering both joy and critical conversation. June 1 featured “Pride on the Patio” at Cowgirl Yarn, alongside an 18+ Kink Bingo event at O’Dwyer’s Basement. On June 2, the Regal Fox Theatre screened the queer cult classic “To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar.”
Political and cultural engagement remain central themes. A Pride Proclamation reading at City Hall took place June 3, followed by a queer-centered book club, “Let’s Get Bookish Together,” at Night Heron. June 5 welcomes a Social Justice Roundtable at the Canterbury House, one of several events hosted there throughout the month.
Nightlife and entertainment are key elements of PrideFest, with a 21+ Rainbow Road Bar Crawl set for June 6 across downtown locations and the return of the Annual Summer Drag Show (18+) at Gryphon Theatre on June 7. Other standout events include a Pride Hike on June 8 at Happy Jack Trail, and a Pride Karaoke Night (21+) at The Great Untamed on June 10.
The festival isn’t just about celebration; it’s also about education, representation, and creating safe spaces. Events like Dungeons & Demis Game Night, storytelling at the historic Laramie Train Depot, and an all-ages trivia night ensure people of all ages and identities can join in.
June 13 offers a particularly unique event: a Queer Prom & Art Workshop hosted by The Collective. This inclusive prom night reimagines the high school tradition for LGBTQ+ youth and adults who may not have experienced it authentically the first time around.
Pride in the Park on June 14 in Washington Park, one of the festival’s cornerstone events, brings together community members with music, vendors, performances, and advocacy booths from noon to 5:00 p.m.
PrideFest concludes with a moving tribute to the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard, a University of Wyoming student whose 1998 murder became a catalyst for national hate crime legislation. The Matthew Shepard Candlelight Vigil will take place June 15 at the UWYO A&S Plaza, followed by a Post-Vigil Processing Space hosted at Canterbury House.
Throughout the month, Laramie PrideFest fosters not only celebration but also healing, remembrance, and activism. The range of events reflects a growing, intersectional LGBTQ+ community that’s committed to shaping a more inclusive future for Wyoming and beyond.
For a full schedule and updates, attendees are encouraged to scan the QR code on official posters or visit the event organizers’ website.
