Dallas Southern Pride 2026: Juneteenth, parade and dates

Dallas Southern Pride returns from the 18th to the 21st of June 2026 for Juneteenth Unity Weekend, a four-day celebration of Black LGBTQ+ culture, community and wellness that has been running for over two decades and draws attendees from across the South and beyond.

The weekend opens on Thursday with a free Health Summit at the Crowne Plaza Dallas offering screenings and wellness resources, followed by the Mr, 

Miss & Grande Dallas Southern Pride Pageant in the evening and a late-night kickoff party downtown.

Friday brings a Juneteenth Welcome Reception on the rooftop of the Canvas Hotel, with cocktails and city views, before the weekend hits full stride with the Ultimate Day Party at Vice Park Dallas on Saturday afternoon and The Butch Queen's Brunch on Sunday, a community-centered close to the weekend focused on health, wellness and dialogue.

At its heart, Juneteenth Unity Weekend sits at the intersection of Juneteenth and Pride, making it one of the most culturally significant LGBTQ+ events on the US calendar.

Find gay-friendly hotels in Dallas for Juneteenth Unity Weekend.