LOUISVILLE, Ky. — One of the Commonwealth's biggest celebrations for the LGBTQ+ community is set to return.
The Kentuckiana Pride Festival and Parade, hosted by the Kentuckiana Pride Foundation, will take place Saturday, June 15 in Louisville from noon to 10 p.m. The day's festivities kick off with the parade at noon, beginning in NuLu before ending at the festival at Big Four Lawn in Waterfront Park. According to the foundation, more than 25,000 attended last year's event.
Known for its entertainment lineup, Icona Pop and Chappell Roan will headline this year's festival. The following acts will also perform, according to the Kentuckiana Pride Foundation:
- Robin S
- +Flow
- Friday Night Special
- Bungalow Betty
- Vibes Like Ty
- Voices of Kentuckiana
- DJ Dan Slater
- DJ Griffin Green
- DJ Dnasti
A second stage will also feature a variety of local drag performers, the foundation said.
Tickets are available now and start at $10 for general admission. A general admission pass includes access to entertainment on both stages, food trucks, a craft beer garden and a kids and family area, among other activities. Early bird VIP packages are also on sale for $109 plus fees. Those 5 and younger or 65 and older do not require a ticket.
Additional information about the festival, parade and applying to be a vendor can be found on the foundation's website.