Pride '09
Pride '09 Information:
Friday, July 25th- Saturday, July 26th
Headwater’s Park East
Located near the corner of Superior & Clinton Streets in downtown Fort Wayne
Hours: Friday 7pm-midnight $3
Saturday noon-midnight $5
Chlidren 12 and under FREE
Both days include: entertainment, beer tent, food, KidSpace, ArtSpace and vendors
Friday: Pride Idol, Rich Lysaght, & everyone’s favorite party band: Good Night Gracie
Saturday: The Vendor Market, Children’s Playground, Workshops, the crowd pleasing Drag Show, What She Said, Girl Parts, Dooley Noted, LVNMUZIQ, & the Summit City Singers.
KidSpace
Saturday Noon-5pm; Free
Moonwalk, Tattoos, and Games with Prizes. Each child 12 and under will receive a passport which will include 12 free games.
ArtSpace
Saturday Noon-6pm; Free
Local GLBT and GLBT-Friendly artists will be showcasing their works in the park.
What You Need To Know
FW Pride is open to all ages throughout the festival, however, after 8pm both nights Pride will not be considered “Family Friendly”, so plan accordingly. Alcoholic Beverages cannot be brought into the park. (City Law)
Headwater’s is a public park and all clothing laws should be followed.
Please park in designated areas for festival parking. Pride is not responsible for any damage incurred or towing you may receive
Volunteer Opportunities
Pride is always looking for volunteers to assist with set up, tear down and the general running of the festival. We are also in need of security personnel. As a volunteer, you will receive a free shirt and free admission for the day you work the festival. Volunteers may be asked to work the front gate, sell Pride merchandise, set up for the festival or do general “park maintenance”.
To volunteer simply fill out the form linked below in Adobe Acrobat and click on the email icon to send it.