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baton rouge Pride  Fest 2018

presented by

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venue.

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Saturday, June 16, 2018
From 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Raising Cane's River Center Arena
Need a place to park? The Parking garages located next to the River Center will be $5 for all day event parking.

Schedule.

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Around the arena.

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Sponsored by

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Grand   Marshal

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Michael Wayne Smith

Among his many activities, Mike has been co-leader for the Metropolitan Community Church South Gulf Coast Network for the past six years and lay delegate/alternate lay delegate for MCC of Baton Rouge for the past nine years – in addition to serving as a dedicated volunteer and administrative assistant for MCCBR for the past 12 years.

For the full press release and to learn about the amazing Michael Wayne Smith, click here.


art   show

In partnership with Leur Magazine, Baton Rouge Pride is excited to provide a place for LGBT artists of Baton Rouge to show their art. For more information visit Leur Magazine online at www.LeurMag.com .

LIVE  ENTERTAINMENT

We have a full day of fun, live entertainment ready for everyone. From some amazing local bands to some out of towners, we have something for everyone.

hiv  tESTING

Do you know your status? No time to find out than now. We will be providing FREE HIV testing, no one will be turned down. All testing will be provided by:
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prefered hotels for pride fest 2018

Richmond Inn and Suites
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​Enjoy yourself in the comforts of home just 5 miles from downtown Baton Rouge, the state Capital building, LSU and only an hour from New Orleans and the French Quarter.  Enjoy complimentary high-speed wireless internet in each guest room, and a complimentary full hot breakfast every morning featuring your breakfast favorites.  Hot waffles, biscuits, gravy, bacon or sausage, grits, burrito station, bread selection, assorted muffins, bagels with toppings, fresh fruit, pastries, cereal, yogurt, milk, juices and 100% Arabica coffee ensure your day is off to a great start.  Our recently renovated guest rooms are sophisticated with upgraded bath amenities.  All of our suites feature separate living areas and full equipped kitchens with 7 piece cookware set, full place setting for 4, glasses, flatware, cooking knives and utensils, dishwashing liquid and powder for dishwasher, full size refrigerator with ice maker, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster and coffee maker.  Our Sport Court, hot tub, outdoor pool and fitness center make stays more enjoyable.
Call in reservations:  225-924-6500
Ask for Baton Rouge Pride Rate
Group Code:  051518BAT
book online today
Hilton Capital Center Downtown
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​Our historic Downtown Baton Rouge hotel is adjacent to the Shaw Center and the River Center Convention Center, less than five minutes to the Louisiana State Capitol and three miles from Louisiana State University. Take the complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and within a five-mile radius of our Baton Rouge, LA hotel. We are a AAA 4-Diamond hotel and proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Call in reservations:  225-344-5866
Ask for Baton Rouge Pride Rate

Book Online Today

Resource Fair

These are just some of the awesome businesses you'll see at Pride Fest! Don't see your company listed? Contact us today to be part of Pride Fest.
  • Acadian Modern
  • Acadiana Pride
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation
  • Alzheimer's Services of the Capital Area
  • American Family Martial Arts
  • Aveda Institute Baton Rouge
  • Avita Pharmacy
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana
  • Capital City Alliance
  • Change of Heart - Baton Rouge
  • Cindie's
  • City Year, Inc
  • Cox Communications
  • Dennis Ward - Author
  • Dow Chemical
  • Drums in the Swamp
  • East Baton Rouge Library
  • Family Services of Greater Baton Rouge
  • Forum for Equality
  • Freedom of Choice
  • Giddy's Soap
  • Gilead Sciences
  • Greenoaks Memorial Park & Funeral Home
  • Health Care LSU
  • Herk Designs
  • HIV Treatment Works
  • Human Rights Campaign
  • J Daniel Photography63
  • LaFASA: Louisiana Federation Against Sexual Assault
  • Leaf Fitter North LLC
  • LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Trans Advocates (LTA)
  • Luxe Emporium Bath and Body
  • Metropolitan Community Church
    of Baton Rouge
  • Metropolitan Community Church
    ​of New Orleans
  • Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America (Everytown for Gun Safety)
  • Mystic Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge
  • New Orleans Gay Men's Chorus
  • Ochsner Health System
  • Open Health Care Clinic
  • P.A. Barrick, Author
  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center
  • PFLAG of Greater Baton Rouge
  • Planned Parenthood
  • Progressive Social Network of Baton Rouge
  • Rainbow Expressions
  • Rainbow Network
  • Rainbow Radio
  • Red Stick Roller Derby
  • Sleep Number
  • Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
  • St Margaret’s Episcopal Church
  • Starbucks Coffee
  • State Farm - Agent Steven Brooksher
  • The Big Easy Sisters of
    ​Perpetual Indulgence
  • The Butterfly Society
  • The Change Project
  • The Glass Closet
  • The Massage Emporium
  • The Spectrum Center
  • T-Mobile
  • Tyler & Possa
  • University Presbyterian Church
  • Vanguard College of Cosmetology:
    A Paul Mitchell Partner School
  • Visit Baton Rouge
  • Volunteers of America Greater Baton Rouge
  • Walgreens
  • Youth Oasis: Diversity House

Media Coverage

Video provided by WVLA. Visit www.brproud.org
Video provided by WVLA. Visit www.brproud.org
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Show of pride: Baton Rouge's Pride Fest continues to grow, expects 14,000 for 2018 festival
Photos & Video: Baton Rouge Pride Festival 2018 celebrates LGBTQ diversity and culture

photos from pride fest 2018

Photos by JDanielPhotography63 and Erika Hardwood
© COPYRIGHT 2024. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Baton Rouge Pride is a recognized 501(3)c Charitable NonProfit Organization
  • Home
  • About
    • Our Team and History
    • Updates and Press Releases
  • Pride Fest 2025
    • Sponsor PRIDE 2025
    • Join the Rainbow Exchange (formally the Resource Fair & Queeritive Market)
    • Volunteer at Pride Fest
  • Community
    • LGBTQ+ Business Directory
    • LGBTQ+ Parents of Baton Rouge
    • Business After Hours
    • Helping Homeless Youth
    • Drag Queen Story Time
    • Christmas Gift Drive 2019
  • Past Years
    • 2024
    • 2023
    • 2022
    • 2019
    • 2018
    • 2017
    • 2016
    • 2015
    • 2014
    • 2013
    • 2012
  • Events
  • Donate
  • pride merch