Ogunquit Pride
Ogunquit Pride kicks off the beginning of celebration starting the first week in June with fun activities at MaineStreet like tea dances, BBQ, Broadway Gives Back, shows from Chi Chi Rones, Pride movie night, and LGBTQIA2S+ Friendly Karaoke at Leavitt Theatre.
Our weekend Pride celebration kicks off with a Pride Picnic at The Front Porch and join us for an exciting Kick-Off Party at the West Meadow Pub on Friday evening with live music and Pride themed cocktails.
The main event is a Saturday flag raising in Veteran’s Park, followed by a “Pride in the Park” event featuring food trucks, live entertainment and LGBTQ+ vendors promoting items, programs and services!
Other activities throughout the weekend salute the legacy of the LGBTQ+ community in Ogunquit, with a variety of events hosted by member businesses, including music, movies, live entertainment, and food.
Event Schedule
Picnic in the Park - Live Music: Deeves-Hamlin-Sexton Trio & DJ Don
- Lynn Deeves – A Maine-based artist with five solo albums, Lynn has shared the stage with legends like Cheryl Wheeler, Janis Ian, and Ellis Paul. The Portland Press Herald raves about her “5-star stage presence” and powerhouse vocals.
- Trina Hamlin – A Berklee College of Music graduate, Trina captivates audiences with her piano, guitar, soulful voice, and an impressive collection of harmonicas. She has toured across the U.S. and Europe, performed on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and had her music featured on networks like WB, Lifetime, CBS, ABC, and MTV.
- Colleen Sexton – Bringing deep, soulful grooves, Colleen’s debut album, Step Outside, earned two Boston Music Award nominations. Her song Dear Arlene appeared on the acclaimed Respond compilation, which Billboard Magazine named the #1 album of 1999.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience three phenomenal artists blending their talents for an afternoon of great music and good vibes!
Plenty more is happening in town from some of your favorite local businesses including MaineStreet, Leavitt Theatre, Ogunquit Playhouse, Crew Ogunquit, and Nikanos, just to name a few. Events include drag shows, dance parties, free films, special meals and drinks, and much much more!
Special thank you to our Pride sponsors!
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How our event dates are chosen:
- Ogunquit Pride is celebrated with a flag raising and additional events during the first weekend of June.
- BonAire! is celebrated on the second Saturday of June.
- Independence Day fireworks are always on July 4, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. Rain date is July 5.
- OgunquitFest Weekend: Although we celebrate autumn all throughout the month of October, our signature events are hosted the second weekend after Indigenous Peoples' Day (formerly Columbus Day) weekend.
- Christmas by the Sea: Our holiday festival is held on the second weekend after the Saturday following Thanksgiving.
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