Pride on Pratt Street | Hartford Pride Festivities - Sat 9/9
Celebrate Hartford Pride with concerts, drag shows, parties, and a vendor market on Pratt Street.
Celebrate Hartford Pride with concerts, drag shows, parties, and a vendor market on Pratt Street.
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Hartford Pride on Pratt Street is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration featuring concerts, drag performances, dance parties, and a vendor market with LGBTQ+ businesses. This free two-day event brings the community together with national and local performers, drink specials, and festive activities. It’s a highlight of Hartford’s cultural calendar and a must-attend for anyone wanting to celebrate pride in the 860.
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Gentle Bull Shop features LGBTQ+ vendors
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the largest family-friendly pride celebration in Connecticut.
On September 9th and 10th, there are many free events and activities including the Hartford Pride Fest & Concert on Church Street featuring local drag performers and national acts like CeCe Peniston, Thelma Houston, and Willie Gomez.
The Hartford Pride After Party on Pratt Street starts at 8:00pm with performances by local singers, drag queens, DJ Robo, and an exclusive performance by Willie Gomez.
The first 100 attendees receive a free Pride on Pratt t-shirt.
Tito’s drink specials will be featured at Pratt Street bars and restaurants with proceeds benefiting Hartford Pride.
The festivities continue Sunday with Sky Casper’s Pink Eggs & Glam Drag Brunch, live outdoor drag performances, and a Tea Dance with DJ Edgewood.
A popup market hosted by Gentle Bull Shop features LGBTQ+ vendors.
Street event with multiple venues and stages
Good to know
- One-time event
- Outdoor
- Cost: Free
- Family-friendly
- Parking: Plenty of parking nearby
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Listing added May 24, 2026 to the 860 Life · Listing updated May 24, 2026
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