Show your Pride at celebrations across Southern California this summer – many events are not far from Pacific Surfliner stations, so ride along the coast to San Diego, Los Angeles, and other communities with some of the nation’s biggest Pride celebrations!
Here are some of our top picks:
Oceanside: Pride by the Beach (June 7)
A free festival that features live entertainment, an education zone, dance tent, and more, with a beautiful beach setting. Event Details
How to get there: The event is a 10-minute walk from the Oceanside Station.
Los Angeles: 55th Annual LA Pride Parade (June 8)
The LA Pride Parade is the oldest, largest, and longest-running Pride Parade in Southern California! Over 100,000 LA Pride family, friends, and fans will be descending on Hollywood to cheer our iconic LGBTQ+ procession down Hollywood Blvd.
How to get there: Ride to LA Union Station and catch the Metro Gold line for one stop to Chinatown. Los Angeles State Historic Park is a short walk from there. Or, walk 15 minutes from LA Union station.
Anaheim: After Dark Pride Nights at the Disneyland® Resort (June 16 and 18)
At the after-hours events, guests will enjoy themed experiences, exclusive photo opportunities, special merchandise, and more. Event Details
How to get there: Ride to the Anaheim Station and connect with an Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) bus to the front gates. The transfer is free with a train ticket.
Santa Ana: OC Pride Parade and Festival
(September 27)
This free festival and parade features musical performances, a dance tent, parade, and more. Event Details
How to get there: Ride to the Santa Ana Station and catch OCTA Bus Route 83 to Main Street and then walk a few blocks to the festivities. Or, walk 15 minutes from the train station.
San Diego: Pride Festival (July 19 and 20)
One of the city’s largest annual events, featuring 100+ entertainers, booths, and more. Tickets start at $34. Event Details
How to get there: Ride to the Santa Fe Depot in Downtown San Diego, and take MTS Bus Route 215 to Balboa Park. Or, catch an Uber or Lyft.
Santa Barbara: Pacific Pride Festival (August 23)
This free, all-day event at Chase Palm Park features live entertainment, exhibitors, food, and more with views of the beach. Event Details
How to get there: The event is a 10-minute walk from the Santa Barbara Station.