17 Jun Pride Month in NYC: Family Fun with Kids in June 2025

Pride Month in New York City bursts with family‑focused events designed to educate, inspire, and celebrate diversity. Here are the top free or low‑cost kid‑friendly events you can attend this June:

1. Inclusive Pride Family Day: Celebrate YOU!

When: Sunday, June 22, 1 – 4 pm
Where: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum (Pier 86, Hell’s Kitchen)
Who: Families of all ages, inclusive activities & storytelling
Cost: Free with registration (on‑site via museum site)
Why go: Hands‑on art projects, storytelling, LGBTQ+ history aboard an aircraft carrier. Includes a designated teen space & accessible accommodations

2. Youth Pride Block Party (South Street Seaport)

When: Saturday, June 28, 12 – 6 pm
Where: Piers 16 & 17, South Street Seaport
Who: Youth (13–21) and families, carnival atmosphere
Cost: Free with RSVP via Eventbrite
Why go: Live music, drag performances, carnival games, free snacks, resource booths, rally for trans youth

3. Youth Pride (Pier 26, Hudson River Park)

When: Saturday, June 28, 2 – 8 pm
Where: Pier 26, Hudson River Park (near Canal St)
Who: Teens and their families
Cost: Free
Why go: Workshops on activism, mental‑health support, queer history, live drag and music, food trucks and games in a safe, teen‑friendly NYC Pride space.

4. New York City Drag March

When: Friday evening, June 27 (pre‑parade kickoff)
Where: Starts at Tompkins Square Park, ends at Stonewall Inn
Who: All ages welcome
Cost: Free
Why go: A playful, grassroots drag procession honoring Stonewall’s legacy—accessible, theatrical, and inclusive.

Tips for Families

Plan ahead: Register for events like Youth Pride & Family Day early—they fill up fast.
Public transit: Use subway and free ferries. South Street Seaport → 1/2 trains to South Ferry or ferries. Intrepid → 7/A/C/E to Port Authority + short walk.
What to bring: Sunscreen, water bottles, snacks, small folding chair or picnic blanket.

Pride Month in NYC offers meaningful experiences for families – celebration, history, community and joy. Share your family’s Pride moments on social media with us using the hashtag #NYLovesKidsPride