OC Pride Parade and Festival

Join the Affirming Churches of the Presbytery of Los Ranchos as we march in the OC Pride parade on Saturday, October 5th, 2024 at the OC Fairgrounds. Register today your attendance! Deadline to register is October 1st.

Important Information for those that want to participate in the parade:

Location: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Parking: Enter through Gate 3 on Fairview (south of Arlington) and park in Lot D. Parking is $15/car.

Meet-Up Info: Please arrive by 10:15am. We will meet up at the staging area at Lot E. Look for Entry #5 in the staging area. Parade steps off at 11am.

Parade Route Info: The parade will begin at the staging area in Lot E and move around to the entrance of the fairgrounds at Lot A

 Attire: Please wear a colorful tie-dye shirt and any appropriate pride accessories you choose.
Here is an Amazon List with ideas for shirts and how to accessorize your look: Pride Parade Shirts and Accessories

Hydration/Shade: Please bring a water bottle and stay hydrated. We recommend wearing a hat and sunscreen.

Can you bring children and/or friends to walk in the parade as well? YES! However, please include them as additional people on the registration form.

Can I just show up and watch the parade? YES! There is no cost to attend and view the parade – just the parking entrance fee. If you would like to attend the festival following the parade the entry fee is $20/person for adults. Kids age 15 and under and Seniors 65 and older are free. For more information about the OC Pride Festival, visit their website at prideoc.com.