Celebrating Pride with Stonewall Chico:

Like Pride celebrations around the world, Stonewall Chico Pride is a time for our local LGBTQ+ community and allies to come together in joy and solidarity. "Pride" is more than just an event; it's a powerful expression of identity, a celebration of our resilience, and a commitment to building a more equitable and accepting society right here in Butte County and beyond. It's an opportunity to be visible, to connect with others, and to support the ongoing work towards LGBTQ+ equality. Our multi-day festival embodies this spirit through diverse events that offer something for everyone.

Join us for the Downtown Plaza Festival on June 7th, the heart of Stonewall Chico Pride!

Ways to Get Involved:

  • Support the Planning & Organizing for Pride - click “Join the Pride Planning Committee” below
    Join the Pride Planning Committee and help bring our vision to life! Be a part of the team that shapes this year's festival and ensures it's a memorable experience for everyone.

  • Volunteer for Pride -click “Volunteer at Pride” below
    Help make the festival a success by volunteering at Pride events. Your time and energy will play a key role in creating an inclusive and joyful atmosphere for the community.

  • Perform at Pride Events - click “Chico Pride Talent Search” below
    Have a talent you want to share? The Chico Pride Talent Search is open! Perform at the Downtown Plaza Festival and showcase your skills to the crowd.

  • Be a Vendor at the Downtown Plaza - click “Be a Sponsor or Vendor at Pride” below
    Showcase your business, art, or products at the Downtown Plaza during Pride. It’s a great way to support the event and engage with the local community.

  • Host a Stonewall Pride Benefit/Fundraiser - email justina@stonewallchico.org
    Help us raise funds for our programs by hosting a Pride benefit or fundraiser. Your support directly impacts Stonewall Chico’s mission of providing resources and services for the LGBTQ+ community.

  • Be a Sponsor of Chico Pride - click “Be a Sponsor or Vendor at Pride” below
    Your sponsorship helps bring this vibrant celebration to life! Support LGBTQ+ visibility, pride, and equality by becoming a sponsor of the Downtown Plaza Festival and related Pride events.

    For any questions, please call the Stonewall Center at 530-893-3336 or email center@stonewallchico.org.

Image: A rainbow balloon arch behind the fountain display at Chico Pride 2014’s Downtown Festival

Image: A rainbow balloon arch behind the fountain display at Chico Pride 2014’s Downtown Festival

 

About Stonewall Chico Pride

Stonewall Chico Pride is the largest LGBTQ+ event between Sacramento and the Oregon border, and one of the biggest annual festivals in the Butte County area. It’s a celebration of diversity; uniting, strengthening and affirming the LGBTQ+ Community and our allies. Our Pride typically has 4 days packed full of events for all ages, interests, identities and walks of life. Chico Pride usually pulls in between 5,000 and 7,000 attendees each year.

Chico Pride has previously been held in August or September, but this year it will be scheduled for June.

Stonewall Chico Pride is planned by a team of around 20 volunteers, community partners and Stonewall staff, interns, and board members. It is chaired by Stonewall’s on-staff Event Coordinator, and hosted by Stonewall Alliance- Chico’s nonprofit LGBTQ+ center. 

All proceeds go toward funding Stonewall Alliance’s nonprofit programs including free and confidential HIV testing, gender affirimg resources, social and support groups, advocacy and training, and more.