2025 Pocono Pride Festival
Our festival takes place in Downtown Stroudsburg, PA! Metered Parking is free on Sunday, so you may park at any of the borough parking lots or street park.
You can find vendors on 7th, 6th, Monroe Street, and Courthouse Square in Stroudsburg, PA!
Below you will find tentative schedules for all three of our stages! Please note that these are both subject to change.
Center Stage Schedule
Our Center Stage will be hosted by the famous Clan Ann! Carol Ann—Carol Ann and Sharron Ann Husbands will be taking the stage throughout the day. DJ Frank BiShop will be spinning the whole day on the Center Stage between performances. This stage is brought to you by Camptown and the Sherman Theater.
12:00
Join us for our opening ceremony with the singing of the national anthem, an invocation, a poem, and an introduction to the day!
12:30
Cast of HAIR will preform a preview of their upcoming production
Drag Queen Vocalist - Mummma D
Vintage Feedback Band feat. Mary Bolan
1:00
Drag performances by Rosa De La Cruz, Willee B Stuffin, Sara Casm
Musical Poet - Kurt Peloquin
Drag Queen - Trixy Valentine
1:30
Drag Queen - Nani Storm
Andi Drogynous Band
2:00
Drag performances by Aya Vlasheez, Jovanna, Urethra Vas D'Ferens
Vocalist - Nevaeh
2:30
Drag performances by Barri McCockiner, Willee B Stuffin, Oliver Twist
Hannah Noel Band
3:00
Drag Queen Vocalist - Urethra Vas D’Ferens
Drag Queen - Jovanna
Drag performances by The Queens of Main Street (Black Cherry, Urethra, Jovanna) & Company
3:30
Special guest appearance by Miss Gay Pennsylvania America: Miss Felicia Puss Puss RondaJambe
Singer/Songwriter - Dina Hall
Drag performance by Belle Pepper and Kay Gorgeous
4:00
The Joe Grisanzio Band
Drag Queen - Black Cherry Loveé
Pocono Pride Finale featuring Kay Gorgeous, Belle Pepper & Company
4:30
DJ Frank BiShop spins until 5 PM
Spotlight Stage
Our SpotlightStage will be hosted by Sylvia Thompson! DJ Gold FM will be spinning between performances. This stage is brought to you by Create & Be. This stage will be located near Renegade Winery.
1:45
Introduction to the Spotlight Stage from Sylvia Thomspon!
2:00
Poet - Kengela
Singer - Michelle Rescigno
Poet - Jinx
Vocalist - Jojo
2:30
Poet - Shaina Monea
Singer/Songwriter - Saphire Oshun
Comedic Singer/Songwriter - Jessica Delfino
3:00
Singer/Songwriter - Kurt Peloquin
Poet - Chloe
3:30
Singer/Songwriter - Sol Katana
Poet - Nia The Song Poet
4:00
DJ Gold FM spins til 5pm
REBEL Stage
This stage starts out geared towards our youngsters with youth performances, story time, and family friendly musical performances! DJ E.V.E. will be spinning the whole day between performances. This stage is brought to you by Rebel Stages.
12:30
Drag Story Time
1:00
Theatre for Young Audiences: "Dorothy & Friends"
1:30
Musical Tribute: All things Disney!
2:30
Musical Tribute: Broadway’s Gayest Divas
3:30
Preview Performances of REBEL Stages upcoming Summer Musicals: "NEWSIES Jr." and HAIR
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Metered Parking is free in the entire borough of Stroudsburg on June 1!
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Friendly dogs are welcome at Pocono Pride, but please use your discretion. It can be a crowded and lively event with loud music throughout the day. They will need to be kept on a leash at all times and please pick up after your dog.
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While you know yourself best, a great starting packing list is:
Sunscreen
Water
Cash (some of our vendors are cash only)
Sunglasses
Small bag
Phone & Portable Phone Battery
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Thanks to our generous sponsors, this event is completely free to attend! Please do not buy tickets from anyone.
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Yes! Our festival is family-friendly and we even have a dedicated kids space!
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Absolutely, you are welcome to bring your own food and nonalcoholic drinks to Pocono Pride! We also have a fantastic selection of food vendors offering a variety of delicious options. You can also support one of the many local restaurants and eateries of Downtown Stroudsburg!
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Absolutely! Pocono Pride is a celebration of diversity and inclusion for everyone. We welcome allies, friends, and family of all sexual orientations and gender identities to join the fun and show their support for the LGBTQ+ community.