It’s Pride Time Downtown Edmonds

Downtown Edmonds is waving even more rainbow flags in 2025! There are more Pride events this June than in years past, and all of those events are supported by the newly-founded Edmonds Pride 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which has organized a long list of inclusive, arts-focused events that span the entire month. 

Founded at the end of 2024 with support from the City of Edmonds, the volunteer-run Edmonds Pride 501(c)(3) organizes the city’s annual Pride festivities. Its mission is to host events, create leadership opportunities, and provide education that supports, strengthens, and connects the LGBTQIA2S+ community in Edmonds and South Snohomish County. From one-shot D&D campaigns and picnics to pub gatherings, writing workshops, and film screenings, there’s truly something (or several somethings!) for everyone.

It’s Pride Month Downtown Edmonds! Let’s party (and talk about what you can expect).

Edmonds Pride Festival

Downtown Edmonds Pride Events

• Sunday, June 1st, 11:00am-2:00pm: Pride Picnic at Hickman Park—kick off Pride Month at this casual Pride-themed picnic where you can rock your favorite Pride-themed outfit and bring a dish to share
• Monday, June 2nd, 6:30-9:00pm: Pride Trivia at Brigid’s Bottleshop with drag king host extraordinaire Pam Jobb—all ages welcome, no buy-in required, and Brigid’s will donate 10% of the night’s profits to Edmonds Pride
• Wednesday, June 4th, 6:30-8:30pm: Writing Rainbow online via Zoom—join this writer’s group for LGBTQIA2S+ and allies hosted by Under the Rainbow for works-in-progress. You can share and receive writing support (visit undertherainbowedmonds.org for the Zoom link)
• Monday, June 9th, 6:00-7:30pm: Out Loud! LGBTQIA2S+ Storytelling Concert featuring queer storytellers Manny Lopez, Joselito Castillo, and Chris Spengler (sponsored by Under the Rainbow)
• Friday, June 20th, 6:00pm doors/7:00pm movie: The Pride Film Extravaganza at the Edmonds Center for the Arts featuring the inspiring 2014 film Pride, hosted by Pam Jobb with tabling and socializing in the lobby from 6:00-7:00pm (RSVP at edmondscenterforthearts.org)
• Saturday, June 21st, 1:00-3:00pm: Queer Zine-making Workshop at the Edmonds Library—learn about storytelling through this cool visual and written medium with RJ Jordan of Push/Pull Underground Art and Comix (hosted by Under the Rainbow; RSVP to undertherainbowedmonds@gmail.com—space is limited)
• Sunday, June 22nd, 6:00-11:00pm: Bi+ Pride Night at ChurchKey Pub celebrating the bi, pan, and polysexual+ community with themed drinks and food (21+ event; ChurchKey will donate a portion of profits to Edmonds Pride, The Gender Justice League, and the Seattle Pan Bi Alliance)
• Monday, June 23rd, 5:30-7:00pm: Dungeons and Dragons Pride Night at the Edmonds Library for ages 10 and up—join the Queer Adventurer’s Guild for one-shot D&D campaigns and board games with no experience necessary (reserve your spot at undertherainbowedmonds@gmail.com)
• Saturday, June 28th, 2:00-6:00pm: Edmonds Pride Festival at the Edmonds Civic Center Playfield—this is the month’s cornerstone event. It features live music (Rainbow City Orchestra Jazz Ensemble and Bat Box), storytellers (Aunt Mama and Juno Men), rock painting, local vendors, food trucks, and LGBTQIA2S+ community groups with Maya Men Saab as emcee

“Unicorn Hunter” special at Kelnero; photo by Kelnero

Pop by These Businesses (and Pride Sponsors)

Start by swinging by Crow for your Edmonds Pride logo sticker—all proceeds go directly to the non-profit.

Kelnero will be serving a Unicorn Hunter (rose cardamom mai tai) in a celebratory unicorn mug. At Vinbero, order a Friend of Dorothy (strawberry Aperol spritz). Both restaurants will donate $1 from each purchase to Edmonds Pride.

Maize & Barley, a proud member of Washington’s largest LGBTQ+ and allied Chamber of Commerce (GSBA), is celebrating Pride Month with both community engagement and charitable giving. Venus and team are hosting a GSBA networking event on June 11th, and throughout June, will spotlight queer-owned breweries and special beer releases that support the LGBTQIA2S+ community in the Pacific Northwest. A portion of proceeds from these featured beers will benefit Lambert House, a Seattle-based organization that empowers LGBTQ+ youth by developing their leadership, social, and life skills. 

Musicology Co. has special Pride items in-store, so be sure to check them out as your adding to your vinyl collection. 

Teri’s Toybox will have a rainbow surprise for all who stop by, and Treasures and Teas has two Pride tea blends you can preorder! The “Tea for Tea” blend is a White Peony base with rose and butterfly pea flower. “The Flower Code” is an herbal blend of chamomile, hibiscus, and lavender. 20% of the proceeds from tea blend sales will go to supporting Edmonds Pride.

Bellissimo Beauty Bar

Pride Month Every Month

While June is the official month to celebrate Pride, we’re a safe place for our LGBTQIA2S+ community all year long. Look for rainbow flags and signs in business windows around Downtown, plus keep an eye out for special Pride displays, offerings, and Edmonds Pride stickers that businesses will share with customers throughout the month (and year, while supplies last). These stickers affirm that all are welcome and seen in Edmonds. Join us for the June festivities, and come back again soon!

For more information about all Pride events and to get involved with Edmonds Pride, visit edmondspride.net, @edmondspride on Instagram, or email info@edmondspride.net. 

Tag us and @edmondspride in your social posts and we’ll share them on our story! We’re @edmondsdowntown on Instagram and Facebook. 

By Whitney Popa, photos by Matt Hulbert and Kelnero