Pride 2026
Thank you for celebrating Pride and our LGBTQIA+ community!
We loved presenting LGBTQIA+ Pride events again this past summer. Be creative—be active—be entertained—be you! Everyone is always welcome in our classes, workshops, and events. Don't miss pride events throughout the year, including Pride Nights at Center Repertory Company's productions at the Lesher Center for the Arts.
ALL MONTH LONG: Community Pride Chain
- Date: 06/01/2026 (all day)
- Introduction: Share Your Pride!
Participate
Stop by one of the following locations, write down something that makes you feel proud, and add your link to the chain. Watch it grow all month long as a shared symbol of joy, belonging, and community connection.
The Community Pride Chain will be available throughout June at:
- Shadelands Art Center (111 N. Wiget Ln)
- Tice Valley Gym (2055 Tice Valley Blvd)
- Clarke Swim Center (1750 Heather Dr)
- Civic Park Community Center (1375 Civic Dr)
Interested in Being a Bingo Sponsor?
A huge thank you to our generous local sponsors that made our 2025 Drag Queen Bingo event a success with contributions of gift cards, services, unique opportunities, healthy snacks, resources, and more! We're currently looking for local businesses that are interested in sponsoring our 2026 Drag Queen Bingo event in May. Sponsors will receive a shoutout on our website and social media, in addition to their logo being displayed throughout the event. Interested in learning more? Email us at artsrec@walnutcreekca.gov.
Pride Resources
Pridepower by KidPower is a course made by and for people who face greater risks of discrimination because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. It is also by and for people who support our community.
Located in Concord, California and serving many across Contra Costa County, Rainbow Community Center builds community, equity, & well-being among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning & Intersex (LGBTQIA+) people & our allies. Since 1995, we have been offering support & social opportunities to the LGBTQIA+ community & its allies, for all ages, including robust offerings for youth and seniors.
Helping LGBTQ+ older adults age with health, happiness, and pride. Lavender Seniors' programs foster a sense of belonging for all LGBTQ+ older adults particularly those who are isolated, vulnerable, disabled, and at risk. They also participate in local, statewide, and national advocacy efforts for the betterment of the LGBTQ+ and mainstream older adult community.