Pride is here in Portland, and whether you're living out as your true self or standing as an ally, there are plenty of opportunities in June, July, and August to celebrate the occasion — so get out your calendar.

Have fun searching for cute finds, like Natalia Cardona Puerta's art, at Ye Old Gay Faire. | Photo via @wonderwoodsprings + @natsandme

June

Ye Old Gay Faire | Saturday, June 1 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N. Lombard St. | Free | Year two of this event brings 30+ queer vendors, face painting, fairy hair, a visit from a unicorn, craft tables, live opera, and plenty of Mike Bennett magic sprinkled in.

Find discounted tickets to the Thorns game and support nonprofit PDX Gaymers. | Photo via Ray Terrill

"Love Who You Love" | Friday, June 14 + Saturday, June 15 | 7 p.m. + 3 p.m. | First United Methodist Church of Portland, 1838 SW Jefferson St. | $15-$25 | Portland Lesbian Choir invites you to lift up love in all of its facets and to donate to its underwear drive for three queer youth organizations.

Now Serving: Looks, Sips, Swagger & Beats | Thursday, June 20 | 4-9 p.m. | Happylucky, 615 SE Oak St. | Free | Join this queer-onwed creative agency for a “get ready with me” party featuring food trucks, music, a vintage clothing swap, and all around good vibes.

Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty raises the Progress Pride flag to kick off Pride Month. | Photo via @cityofbeaverton

July

Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade | Saturday, July 20-Sunday, July 21 | Times vary | Tom McCall Waterfront Park | Free, suggested $10 donation | Celebrate 30 years of Pride Northwest with the theme "Feast and Love" and headline performer Jinkx Monsoon.

Sea Sickening BoatpRide | Sunday, July 21| 1:30–5 p.m. | Portland Spirit Salmon Springs Dock, 1010 SW Naito Pkwy. $55-$100 | Set sail with The Portland Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence for an afternoon of fun on the Willamette River.

August

Rainbow suspenders are optional, but highly encouraged. | Photo by @thegaybeards

Ways to support

We love a party, but Pride is also prime time to give back. Celebrate by volunteering with Northwest Gender Alliance, PFLAG, Pride Foundation, Dykes on Bikes, or with a donation.