The city’s summer revival of Pride kicks off the month with a wave of much-anticipated activities and happenings.
FCM Hospitality Cocktails for a Cause
The restaurant group that brought us Lola’s Garden, Morgan’s Pier, Juno and more is curating cocktail specials among eight participating locales to bolster funds for four different charities, including the Attic Youth Center and the William Way LGBT Community Center. Each venue will serve an Insta-ready, colorful cocktail you can share with friends. Throughout June, eight locations, wooderice.com/cocktails-for-a-cause
Parks on Tap’s Pride in the Park Day
On June 12, Pride in the Park Day will feature all of the usual Parks on Tap amenities—think small bites, libations and scenic views—but with a twist. DJ Robert Drake will soundtrack the celebratory day while proceeds garnered from the delicious “Pride Punch '' will benefit a variety of local LGBTQ+ organizations. June 12, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., South St. & S. 27th St., facebook.com/events
Family Pride Day at the Franklin Institute
This beloved Philly attraction will fuse the worlds of science and performance with a series of interactive demonstrations and dissections led by scientists and drag queens alike. June 26, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., fi.edu/event
Drag Diva Brunch
Raise your rainbow flag if you love a drag show. Every Saturday this summer, Punch Line hosts the Drag Diva Brunch. From Golden Girls to the Spice Girls, plus “battles” like Tina vs. Whitney and Katy Perry vs. Lady Gaga, there’s a different theme each week. Choose between the Queen or Princess Treatments, featuring fun extras like serenades and souvenir photos, and dress the part. punchlinephilly.com/dragbrunch
#loveislove Gay Pride Month Special Beer Release
You can even support Pride right down to what you’re sipping. Evil Genius Beer Company’s new limited-edition #loveislove is a summery strawberry blonde ale with subtle hints of natural berry flavor. The 12-ounce cans are available at The Lab in Fishtown and through GoPuff or try it on draft at the Evil Genius Beer Garden. A portion of all sales will be donated to The Trevor Project. evilgeniusbeer.com
Pride Month Fundraiser for New Mural in Gayborhood
Philly is internationally known for its expansive mural program and the city’s newest one is getting lots of attention. South Philadelphia muralist Ashley Ryan’s depiction of Lil Nas X in Montero is splashed on the side of Writer’s Block Rehab in vibrant shades of blue and violet. The breakout music star is a new voice for queer artists and people of color. Stop by to snap a pic and then give what can to Ryan’s GoFundMe to support the project. gofundme.com/f/lil-nas-x-philly-mural
Photography by: Courtesy of Teddy Osterblom/Unsplash
