June is Pride Month, and what better way to express yourself than through local arts, culture, and community?
Inspire Washington and Amazon invite you to celebrate Pride this month by discovering what moves you. Whether it’s a gathering of like-minded people, painting with a drag queen, or an inclusive kids’ event, there’s an event for people of all ages that’ll be sure to make you feel at home.
Below you’ll find special Pride-related events hosted by our partner organizations.
LGBTQ Game Night at Mox Bellevue: May 28 & June 25, 6:00pm
Join us every month in the Mox Bellevue Trading Card Games Room in the BelRed Arts District for a special night devoted to our LGBTQ+ players! Our Community Host, Skyler, will be on hand to teach their favorite games to all in attendance, along with anything else from the Mox library you’d like to try. Come enjoy delicious food and drink options with the most welcoming community around!
Prideful Playdate at Seattle Children’s Museum: May 30, 10:00am
Children and families come in all shapes, sizes, and identities and every child has their own way of shining. Join us at Seattle Children’s Museum for Prideful Playdate on Saturday, May 30th from 10am – 5pm as we celebrate what makes each of us unique. This year’s theme, “Express Yourself”, invites families to explore creativity, identity, and joy through hands-on science and art experiences designed to uplift individuality. Together, we’ll celebrate self expression in all its forms through drag story time, themed event activities, and connections to local queer family resources. Come ready to play proud, shine bright, and celebrate exactly who you are!
Drink & Draw: June *PRIDE* at Gage South Lake Union: June 18, 6:00pm
In celebration of Pride Month, join Gage for a special PRIDE themed Drink & Draw in June! Included in the ticket are drawing papers, pens, pencils, charcoal, and other drawing materials. Grab a glass of wine, a cider, or a bubbly water at the Drinks Bar! For this special themed event, sketch from TWO costumed drag models with a backdrop full of colorful lights and linens, and a Gage monitor will time 2, 5, 10, and 20 minute poses throughout the session.
Rainbow Elder Play & Connect at Crossroads Community Center: June 20, 12:00pm
Unplug, play, and connect at Rainbow Elder Play & Connect, a monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ older adults. Join us every third Saturday afternoon at Crossroads Community Center* for board games, conversation, and community. Folks are encouraged to bring their own games that they’re interested in sharing. Some of interest that have been shared are: Bananagram, Cribbage, Uno, Terraforming Mars.
From Bellevue to Seattle, you’ll find Pride events for all ages, connecting you art, culture, and each other. The “Discover What Moves You” campaign is made possible through the ongoing partnership between Inspire Washington and Amazon, whose shared dedication to the Pacific Northwest continues to shine a spotlight on the region’s vibrant arts and culture scene.