PRIDE is a busy, exciting, emotional, and often overwhelming week. Take some meditative time to decompress and reconnect with a sound bath facilitated by Soul Sonics Sound Therapy at Bumblebee Aerial Fitness.

$10 donation recommended at the door. Please bring yoga mats, blankets, pillows, bolsters – whatever you need to create a safe and comfortable space for yourself.

“Sound therapy is the use of different instruments and the human voice as a means of healing on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes. Since all that we experience is vibrational or “energetic” in nature, any disease or discord in a person’s life has an energetic element that must be balanced in order to achieve true healing and harmony. Sound therapy is an intentional use of vibrations that aims to balance a person’s energetic field directly. Sound baths are performed for a group of people. We use crystal singing bowls, Himalayan signing bowls, gongs, chimes, shakers, drums and voice to create a deeply relaxing environment and opportunity for a subtle yet powerful energy shift to take place. Sound baths are performed stand alone and in tandem with other group healing work.” – Soul Sonics Sound Therapy

Public Lands are for EVERYONE!

Join the Montana Discovery Foundation and the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest for a gathering focused on community and connection to nature through food and music.

Meet at the Ten Mile Picnic Area at 11:00 a.m. to share songs, stories, and snacks on your National Forest! We will provide a guided hike on the Ten Mile Environmental Trail and some information on local trails and ways to bring your voice and presence to local public lands!

Bring an instrument and a song or food to share! Please reach out to Chiara Cipriano at chiara.cipriano@usda.gov for more info.

It's that time of year...! 🤠

Put on your dancing boots and scoot down to the Queer Rodeo Dance Party at the Western Bar - after saturday's Street Party on the Walking Mall!

Featuring house and techno beats by The Fox Den & very special guest, Auntie E!

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FREE TINY COWBOY HATS FOR THE FIRST 50 ATTENDEES

Cowstumes highly encouraged!

Drink Specials // 18+ // FREE!

BYOS(tick horse)

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Mainstream rodeo culture is built upon the imagery of the “american cowboy” - a white, heterosexual, man who embodies the ugly spirit of settler colonialism. This PRIDE, let's buck the system and bulldog that mainstream...

Get a little western, get a little weird.

Queer❤️Rodeo

Queer🧡Rodeo

Queer💛Rodeo

Queer💚Rodeo

Queer💙Rodeo

Step into a world of dazzling performances, fierce fashion, and unapologetic self-expression at the Montana Pride's Glitter & Glam Street Drag Show! Celebrate love, diversity, and the vibrant LGBTQ+ community as we bring you an evening of unforgettable entertainment.

Montana's Finest Drag Performers: Prepare to be wowed by the incredible talent of local drag stars who will take the stage to showcase their unique artistry and creativity. From mesmerizing lip-syncs to jaw-dropping dance moves, they will leave you in awe! 

Montana Pride's Street Drag Show promotes a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We celebrate diversity and encourage attendees to express themselves freely, without fear of judgment or discrimination.

The event is free and open to the public. Montana Pride welcomes donations to support future LGBTQ+ community events and initiatives.

Join us for an inclusive and joyous gathering at the Montana Human Rights Network for a Trans/NB/2S Pizza Party & Board Games! This event is dedicated to celebrating and fostering a supportive community for transgender, non-binary, and two-spirit individuals and allies in our region.

Are you ready for an enchanting and empowering experience? Come to our Drag Story Hour, where captivating drag performers will read delightful stories that celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the magic of imagination! 

Let's create a safe and welcoming space for everyone to be themselves and celebrate the beauty of individuality. Don't miss this incredible event at Montana Book Company!

Be sure to mark your calendars for August 5th and join us for an afternoon filled with magic, love, and the power of storytelling.

Are you ready for an enchanting and empowering experience? Come to our Drag Story Hour, where captivating drag performers will read delightful stories that celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the magic of imagination! 

Let's create a safe and welcoming space for everyone to be themselves and celebrate the beauty of individuality. Don't miss this incredible event at Montana Book Company!

Be sure to mark your calendars for August 5th and join us for an afternoon filled with magic, love, and the power of storytelling.

2023 MONTANA PRIDE PARADE

11AM ON LAST CHANCE GULCH

FROM NEILL TO ANCHOR PARK

Register Today!

Parade Line up: August 5, 2023, 10:00 am, with staging at Helena Avenue between Neill Ave & 13th Street.

Parade Starting time: August 5, 2023, 11:00 am

Parade Route: Route of travel shall commence from the staging area and cross Neill Ave to Last Chance Gulch, and will then follow Last Chance Gulch south through the walking mall and to Anchor and Pioneer Parks near the Lewis & Clark County Library, where the Montana Pride Rally will take place.

Registration for the parade is $50 for all groups and organizations. If you need to send a check please contact us for the address. Please review the rules and regulations, listed below. By registering your group you agree to abide by the rules and regulations below.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW.

If you are using a vehicle, we ask that you please provide us with a Certificate of insurance, naming Montana Pride as an Additional Insured. If you are a a nonprofit group you more than likely have an annual policy and should be able to provide this to us from that policy. Same applies to a business with an entry, they too should be able to provide to you from their annual policy. If you have need of accessibility accommodations, please put that info in your application and we will help sort that out because Pride is still very much for everyone.

Individuals can register, but unless you have a float or want to drive, you don't need to register.

RULES AND REGULATIONS:

General Rules

1. Montana Pride requests that each Group / Organization have one person designated as the “parade representative”. They are responsible with working with the Parade Committee on their group’s setup and controlling the flow of their group. The parade representative shall check in at the Parade Setup Volunteers to get spot assignments at the time of the parade.

2. Signs / Banners / Logos: Signs / Entries of a group can use signs and logos as they please, however we ask that the Signs / Banners / Logos be respectful. Please no messages of Hate or Shame towards peoples of different views. We reserve the right to remove any signs we find offensive, so please use your best judgement.

3. Small pets such as Dogs and Cats are permitted in the parade. No large animals will be allowed (i.e. Horses, cows, other livestock). If your group is a riding group using horses, please use the contact form and we'll work out the details for you.

4. No items can be thrown to the crowds lining the street. Items can be given out during the parade, but the items must be physically handed to the people lining the street. This includes candy and literature.

5. Participants will comply with all city, county, and state, and federal laws and regulations.

6. Participants shall wear tasteful attire while participating in the parade. Please refrain from wearing G-strings, Jock Straps, or any clothing that reveals too much. Briefs and boxer Briefs are acceptable. Remember, this is a family-friendly event.

7. The Montana Pride Parade is for the entire community, so please remember there are children on the parade route. Please do not stop on the parade route. Please listen to all information and follow all directions of the volunteers during set-up, and parade execution, and parade disassembly. The parade volunteers are there for your safety and security so please be respectful of them. Please keep a safe distance between your group and others, but not so far as to slow the progress of the parade.

8. Please do not engage any hostile protestors. They may be there, but please respect their freedom of speech. If they are overly hostile, please notify local authorities, or the Montana Pride staff and volunteers.

9. Helena Police Department is responsible for enforcing all applicable state law and local ordinances. Such Statues may include, but are not limited to public decency, alcohol, controlled substances, public safety, and standard vehicle insurance requirements.

10. Cancellations / refund Policy: There are no refunds for cancelations or no shows at the parade start.

11. All vehicles that are entered into the parade shall have valid registration and at a minimum, liability insurance for the vehicle. Montana Pride is requiring proof of registration and insurance prior to the parade and we reserve the right to request at any time. Due to the events in Fort Lauderdale in 2021, we are now asking that all vehicles in the parade have Montana Pride named as an additional insured.

12. Any floats / trailers being pulled by a vehicle shall also be properly registered.

13. No persons may enter or exit the float once the float is in motion on the parade route

14. Fire extinguishers must be on board each float.

15. All sound systems must be self-powered and must adhere to all city codes for amplification standards.

16. All motorcycle riders MUST wear helmets

17. Individuals operating vehicles within the parade must have valid driver’s license. Montana Pride is not requiring proof of driver’s licenses prior to the parade; however, we reserve the right to request it at any time.

18. Individuals whom are driving in the parade shall be sober and will drive in a safe and prudent matter during the parade.

19. Any Person operating a vehicle in the parade whether powered, self-powered, or non-powered does so at their own risk, bearing all liability for any and all damages or loss of personal property and / or any personal injuries sustained to themselves or other person(s). Vehicle operator hereby waives any and all claims and or defenses it may have against the Montana Pride Planning committee or any of its affiliates or sponsors of any kind or nature as a result of the his or her independent use of such vehicle.

Disclaimer

Montana Pride, or its affiliates or sponsors, hereby absolves any liability arising from use of floats or vehicles in the Parade, or any activities in association with Montana Pride events. In accordance to City, State, and Federal Laws, no alcoholic beverages will be allowed during any portion of the parade event. In addition, no person under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall be allowed to operate a motor vehicle during the Montana Pride parade. Montana Pride reserves the right to remove, including but not limited to, any person, motorized or unmotorized vehicle, conveyance, float, or participant(s) for any activity deemed unsafe, violation of any rules contained herein, or action or inaction that may put people in harm. Montana Pride will do its best to accommodate all request for parade placement; however, parade placement of participants is at the sole discretion of Montana Pride. 

Your registration is your acknowledgement that you have read and understand these rules and agree to abide by them. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

Celebrate love, diversity, and equality at the vibrant Pride Parade on Saturday, August 5th. Join the electrifying lineup event from 10 AM to 11 AM, followed by the parade at 11 AM.

Don't miss this event that champions diversity and promotes a world of acceptance for all. Come show your true colors and march towards a future of love and unity.

Join us for a vibrant and inclusive celebration of love, diversity, and equality at the Montana Pride Festival in the Park!

After a fantastic parade through the heart of Montana, we'll be gathering at Anchor Park to continue the festivities! The park will be buzzing with excitement, featuring an array of vendors, nonprofits, health organizations, and more, all coming together to support and celebrate our LGBTQ+ community.

Bring your friends, family, and allies! Montana Pride Festival in the Park promises a day filled with love, unity, and joy. Together, we'll create memories and continue our journey towards a more accepting and compassionate society.

Let's make this year's Pride Festival the biggest and most memorable one yet! Mark your calendars for August 3rd, and be part of an event that celebrates diversity and fosters a sense of belonging.

Spread the word, invite everyone you know, and let's paint the town with rainbow colors at Anchor Park!

#MontanaPrideFestival #LoveIsLove #PrideInMontana #EqualityForAll

God Loves and Affirms Us All

March in the parade after the service!

Last Call Cabaret and SpaceOneEleven bring you…As You Love It...An Evening of Cabaret & Burlesque.

Join us for an amusing assemblage of guest artists for a sultry and scintillating evening of live music, hard laughs and burlesque. Intimate venue SpaceOneEleven transforms into a cabaret club for two shows only! Grab your ticket here for $40 or take your chances at the door for $50.

Seating is limited and our shows sell out quick!

You must be 21 or older to attend.

Doors open at 6:30pm for the 7pm show & 8:30 for the 9pm!

Refreshments will be available.

See you at the show!

Get ready for a night of laughter, liberation, and uncensored humor at the Tread on me Renty - A Perfectly Queer Comedy Show! Join us as the queer comedians of Montana take the stage and unleash their hilarious and irreverent observations about life in our community.

This show is for audiences aged 18 and above, as the comedians push the boundaries of comedy and share their unfiltered perspectives. It's a celebration of our victories and a reminder of the resilience and humor that defines our community.

Tickets for this unforgettable night of comedy are available now at montanapride.org/pqc. Secure your spot early and get ready for an evening of uproarious laughter and unapologetic entertainment.

Both shows include the comic brilliance of Audra Songs, Betty Sparrow, Charlotte Macorn, Sarah Aswell, Ian St. Onge, Ferdinand Po, Rachelle Parrish, Nathan Patrick St. Onge, and hosted by Uncle Kev Hamm. And if you want to see both shows, you can buy discounted tickets to both in advance at montanapride.org/pqc

Join all your best fab friends as they drag in the night and dance till the wee hours. A night of amazing fun to start your Montana Pride Weekend off with a blast! 18+ to enter 21+ to drink.

Last Call Cabaret and SpaceOneEleven bring you…As You Love It...An Evening of Cabaret & Burlesque.

Join us for an amusing assemblage of guest artists for a sultry and scintillating evening of live music, hard laughs and burlesque. Intimate venue SpaceOneEleven transforms into a cabaret club for two shows only! Grab your ticket here for $40 or take your chances at the door for $50.

Seating is limited and our shows sell out quick!

You must be 21 or older to attend.

Doors open at 6:30pm for the 7pm show & 8:30 for the 9pm!

Refreshments will be available.

See you at the show!

Don your most colorful apparel and gather to celebrate PRIDE at this Queer Teen Prom! Swim along with all the fish in the sea as we celebrate with snacks, beverages, a photo-booth, a movie corner, and a dance floor with curated music.

Come and celebrate PRIDE!

This year’s theme: Under the Sea!

Registration is required for this free event.

Join us for an evening of laughter and joy at the Family Friendly(ish) Perfectly Queer Comedy Show, featuring the queer comedians of Montana! Get ready to be entertained by their sparkling wit and hilarious observations about life in our amazing community.

This show is perfect(ish) for the whole family, as the comedians have been asked to limit the use of strong language. You can expect a delightful evening filled with laughter, good vibes, and a celebration of our shared victories. Let's revel in the talent and creativity of Montana's queer comedians!

Tickets are available now at montanapride.org/pqc. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support our local artists and enjoy an unforgettable night of comedy and community.

Both shows include the comic brilliance of Audra Songs, Betty Sparrow, Charlotte Macorn, Sarah Aswell, Ian St. Onge, Ferdinand Po, Rachelle Parrish, Nathan Patrick St. Onge, and hosted by Uncle Kev Hamm. And if you want to see both shows, you can buy discounted tickets to both in advance at montanapride.org/pqc

Join us for an informative evening as we recap the recently concluded Montana legislative session. Whether you're a concerned citizen, a community advocate, or simply interested in staying informed about local politics, this event is designed to provide you with valuable insights and updates on key legislative developments.

During this event, our panel of policy experts, and community organizers, will delve into the significant bills, policy changes, and important decisions made during the legislative session. We will discuss a range of topics.

This interactive session will provide an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the legislative process, the impact of specific bills on the community, and the implications for various groups. Attendees will also have the chance to engage in a Q&A session, where they can ask questions and seek clarification on specific issues of interest.

Join us for a night of of naughty fun during Montana Pride right here in Helena! Let your dirty mind run wild for this filthy event. We will have a variety of potty mouth silk screens and designs available or we can help you make your own design a reality. We will provide snacks for all. This event is for adults and mature teens.

All Attendees Must Be Registered

Join us for this social gathering to celebrate Pride, Shabbat, and meet new friends! Around 5:30pm, we will say Shabbat blessings for candles, challah, and drinks. Open to everyone: Jewish, no faith, any faith, queer, ally, everyone!

Trained death doula Lindsey Barnes will be hosting a Q&A-based discussion on how to navigate aging, illness and death with an emphasis on retaining one’s personal autonomy. Being in control of one's own dying process requires the advance planning of many decisions such as appointing medical representatives, articulating wishes for future medical interventions, vigil planning and after death care. In addition to learning the logistics of planning one's own end-of-life experience, participants will have the opportunity to openly share their feelings and fears surrounding death in a safe and supporting environment. Lindsey’s experience as a doula has taught her that the way in which we live is often indicative of the way in which we die. By helping people to prepare themselves for their transition from this life to the next, regardless of age or health, Lindsey helps individuals not only to die a good death, but to live a good life.

Pride Hike

Friday, August 4. Mount Helena City Park, ADA Trail

Picnic and lawn games at 3:00. Optional; easy hike to overlook at 4:00. 

Find a rainbow rock? Return it to the PPLT Office for a prize! 40 W Lawrence St.

Come get your merch and pride guide! Find us on the Walking Mall.

Queer people and nature have a tight, almost mycelial connection to each other. In this talk and discussion, Jackie Rosebutch, a drag Goddex and environmental science nerd, will look into how queer people find safety, solace, and connection in nature. The importance of nature to the queer experience creates an urgent case for environmental protections, especially as both the rights of queer people and nature are under attack. We will discuss what it means to caretake the environment through the lens of queer identity, joy, and pride.

Jackie Rosebutch is an Environmental Science & Sustainability alum of the University of Montana. Their Instagram and TikTok is @goddex_rosebutch, where they create and post videos about all things environmental science.

Hosted by Hexx Shadow and Helena's own Kev Hamm, Bingo proceeds support Upper 7 Law, a firm advocating for the queer community.

Join us for the opening reception for this this vibrant and thought-provoking Pride art exhibit, I invite you to embark on a journey that explores the captivating theme of contrast. As we commemorate the rich history and ongoing struggles of the LGBTQ+ community, we recognize the importance of acknowledging the multifaceted nature of the world we live in.

Contrast helps us gain clarity and perspective in various aspects of life. When we encounter contrasting situations or ideas, it prompts us to critically examine and evaluate our beliefs, values, and priorities. This process can lead to personal growth, increased self-awareness, and a clearer sense of direction.

The artwork featured in this exhibit encompasses a range of mediums, styles, and perspectives. Each piece is an expression of the artist's unique vision, reflecting the diverse experiences of visual contrast.

"Rayless to Radiant: Embracing Contrasts and Diversity"

serves as a testament to the beauty that emerges when contrasting elements intersect. By embracing these contrasts, we acknowledge the kaleidoscope of experiences and identities that make up our diverse community.

May this exhibition spark conversations, open minds,

and pave the way for more growth in the light of contrast.

PLEASE NOTE: This exhibit runs through August 20th at the Myrna Loy Center.

Unleash your Inner Diva, Queen, and everything in between. A celebration of Queer anthems and the artists who advocate.