It’s Pride Month! That means it’s time to wear your rainbow heart on your sleeve!
Below is a list of Pride-themed events you can go to, to celebrate the LGBT+ community, show your alleyship, and to continue to fight for their rights. Remember, pride is protest.
Been Here, Been Queer, June 6
Good Intentions Collective promises “a pride-themed art extravaganza” with Been Here, Been Queer.
The whole-day event consists of wig-snatching competitions, art market, ‘70s disco party, advocacy talks, HIV screenings, performers, and many more.
Been Here, Been Queer is happening on June 6 at the Gimenez Gallery, University of the Philippines Diliman, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite queer artist. Tickets start at P50.
Rainbow Readathon, June 13
Silid Acclatan, an LGBT+ library, is holding Rainbow Readathon, where guests can bring their own book or pick from their shelves of queer books.
Guests will have a silent reading block, followed by a guided discussion on queer literature. They can also connect with fellow readers at the event.
Rainbow Readathon is happening on June 13 at Silid Acclatan, Taguig City from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Registration is now open on the organization’s Instagram page.
Komiket Pride, June 13 to 14
Art market Komiket is holding a special edition titled Komiket Pride, where queer artists are set to take over by selling their art pieces such as stickers, prints, and many more.
Komiket Pride is happening from June 13 to 14 at Centris Elements in Quezon City, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are available for P100 via Ticket2Me.
Pop Up Mamser, June 13 to 14
Pop Up Mamser is holding its biggest edition yet. The event is holding a pop-up shop featuring queer-owned lifestyle and fashion brands like Salad Day, Randolf, Overlay, and many more. The proceeds from the event will go to Metro Manila Pride for its upcoming march.
Pop Up Mamser is happening from June 13 to 14 at LoWA Studio, 25 Nicanor Roxas, Calumpang, Marikina City from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Odd Drag Brunch, June 14
The House of Ding is taking over Odd Drag Brunch!
Drag artists Zymba Ding, Bomba Ding, and Felicia Ding will be performing as guests enjoy brunch.
Odd Drag Brunch is happening on June 14 at Odd Café Ortigas, Pasig City at 9:30 a.m. Early bird tickets are priced at P1,000 with one drink and one meal, while the regular tickets are at P1,500 with one drink and one meal.
A portion of the proceeds will go to The Blood Cancer Alliance of the Philippines.
Para Kay Bading, June 20
Para Kay Bading is a celebration of art and community.
The safe space promises OPM acts—with the complete lineup yet to be announced—an art market, photobooth, and more.
Para Kay Bading is a fundraising gig for Galang Philippines, a nonprofit organization that works with the LGBTQIA+ community in urban poor areas.
It’s happening at 123 Block in Mandaluyong City on June 20 at 4 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are available at P850, while walk-ins are at P950. Tickets are available on the Events by PP Instagram page.
Queerlayaan, June 20
The third edition of Queerlayaan “is a celebration of identity, self-expression, relationships, community, and the many ways people learn to love and exist authentically.”
The market will consist of art, prints, fashion, and many other exciting creations.
Queerlayaan is happening on June 20 at UNILAB Bayanihan Center, Pasig City from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entrance is P100.
Pride Run, June 21
Pride Run is an event to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and to fight for their rights.
The Manila leg is happening on June 21 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex. The race kit includes a rainbow shirt, tote bag, scarf, and a heart-shaped medal, among others. Runners can choose from 1K, 3K, 5K, 10K, and 16K. Registration is now open via the Pride Run Instagram page, and range from P1,200 to P2,000.
Bukas, Atin. Atin ang Kasaysayan. Atin ang Bukas, June 27
Metro Manila Pride is back with a march and festival after a two-year break!
The organization is holding Bukas, Atin. Atin ang Kasaysayan. Atin ang Bukas, a Pride march and festival on June 27 at Remedios Circle in Malate, Manila from 10 a.m. onwards. Admission is free.
LoveL4ban, June 27
Pride PH’s LoveL4ban is happening on June 27 at the University of the Philippines Diliman.
It is the biggest Pride event in Southeast Asia, drawing hundreds of thousands of queers and allies. Admission is free.
Pride Parade After Party, June 27
The fun doesn’t have to stop at the pride marches!
After strutting down the streets, make your way to Pride Parade After Party organized by BBB Manila.
Think lots of dancing, strutting, and slaying, that’s what the after party is all about.
Pride Parade After Party is happening on June 27 at Bigger Pictures, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong, from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Tickets are available for P1,150. All proceeds will go to the Golden Gays and Golden Bekis.
— LA, GMA News