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Melbourne, FL – PRESS RELEASE – Space Coast Pride (SCP) is proud to announce the return of the Space Coast Pride Parade and Pridefest, one of the largest annual events in Downtown Melbourne, happening Saturday, September 27, 2025. This year’s celebration features expanded festival spaces, new interactive experiences, and a show-stopping entertainment lineup.

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The festivities kick off at 11:00 a.m. with the 3rd Annual Trans March, followed by the vibrant Pride Parade featuring over 50 community groups and organizations from across Florida.

From noon to 6:00 p.m., Pridefest will take over downtown with:

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• Two performance stages, including a Main Stage with all day entertainment, and a second DJ stage to keep people dancing all day.
  
• Headliner and LGBTQIA+ recording artist Sam Tolson — generously donating their performance fee for the community.
  
• Iconic Drag Queen Hosts Bridgette Galore, Azhia Li, and Dainty featuring local talent from Titusville Playhouse, Youth in Harmony, Orlando Gay Chorus, Glenn Stewart, and dozens more.
  
• A new Wellness Zone PLUS a Sober and Sensory Sensitivity Zone.
  
• An expanded Merch & Info Tent and central shaded food court.
  
• Hundreds of vendors, food and drink options, family activities including a Kid’s Zone.

“This year, Space Coast Pride is all about connection, standing proud, and making an impact,” said Juliana Olarte, Volunteer Media Director for Space Coast Pride. “We’ve grown our footprint, and created new spaces to make sure every attendee feels welcome, safe, and celebrated. Our new Space Coast Pride app puts the entire event in your pocket, from parade details to stage schedules, so you can focus on celebrating.”

Pride Month 2025 Events

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• 9/2: Stories & Stilettos Drag Show @ Moonstruck Market
  
• 9/4: September Happy Hour @ Hotel Melby
  
• 9/7: Beach Day @ Pelican Beach Pavilion
  
• 9/9: Private Movie Screening of To Wong Foo @ Satellite Cinemas
  
• 9/20: Clueless Themed Gay-la @ Hotel Melby
  
• 9/24: Skate Night @ Galaxy Skateway
  
• 9/27: Parade & Festival @ Downtown Melbourne
  
• 9/28: Drag Brunch
  

SCP Pridefest 2025 Sponsors

• Presenting Sponsor: Healthcare Unity Group (HUG)
  
• Diamond Level: Hotel Melby
  
• Gold Level: Coconut Breeze Media, Watermark Out Publishing, Jotkoff Financial Group, Project Response
  
• Silver Level: Launch Credit Union, Rezpro, Sun Bum, Attorney Jessica Travis with defendbrevard.com
  
• Bronze Level: Think Different Designs, Wire 3, Intracoastal Brewing Company
  

Pride Pro-Tip: Arrive early! The City of Melbourne will begin charging for parking after 12:00 p.m., so consider carpooling or using rideshare.

Celebrate Pride on the Space Coast! Learn more, get involved, and download the new Space Coast Pride app for real-time updates at https://spacecoastpride.coconutbreeze.app 

About Space Coast Pride:
Space Coast Pride is a nonprofit organization committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for the LGBTQIA+ community in Brevard County. Through signature events like Pridefest—which welcomed over 23,000 attendees in 2024—year-round programming, advocacy, and educational initiatives, SCP celebrates diversity, promotes understanding, builds a strong, supportive community, and champions equality for all. Space Coast Pride was honored as Communicator of the Year by the Space Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association, recognized for embodying the power of grassroots advocacy and creating meaningful engagement and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community in Brevard. Visit spacecoastpride.org to learn more.

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