Pride on the Bay
Saturday | June 27th | Noon - 6PM
Rebich Investments Amphitheater
Liberty Park | West Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA
Get ready for an incredible day of entertainment and community! Pride on the Bay is returning to the beautiful backdrop of Presque Isle Bay, and this year, we're gonna make waves. We are bringing fresh energy with brand-new hosts and a totally new DJ. But that is just the start. Expect live music, amazing drag performances, a variety of vendors, and way more delicious food than ever before. Come hang out, catch a show, and celebrate with us!
Our Sponsors
A special thanks goes out to our generous sponsors and donors.
How to Get There
Getting to Pride on the Bay at Liberty Park is easy, but planning ahead helps!
Driving & Parking:
Parking is available at Liberty Park, but spots are limited. We recommend arriving early if you plan to park directly at the park.
Accessible parking, requiring a valid placard, is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the northeast lot, just outside the main gate.
Please be aware of ongoing major construction on the Bayfront Parkway, which may impact your drive, so allow extra time!
Bus Shuttle Service:
To make getting to the event smoother, free shuttle services will be available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. EMTA shuttles will run from two Park and Ride locations:
- The Intermodal Center at 208 E Bayfront Pkwy
- The Thomas C. Hoffman Bayfront Hub at 12th Street and Lincoln
Ride-sharing:
Consider using ride-sharing services for a convenient drop-off right at the park entrance.
Bike Riders:
While bikes aren't allowed IN the park during events like this, there are bike racks near both entrance gates. So feel free to pedal your way to Liberty Park as well!
Event Highlights
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Liberty Park! Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:
Your Hosts & Entertainment
This year, we are bringing out the heavy hitters. We are thrilled to announce that Pride on the Bay will be hosted by two iconic local legends: Debbie Does Drag and Misty Michaels Kall!
Both of these incredible performers are former Miss Erie titleholders, and they know exactly how to keep a crowd going. Debbie recently stepped down from a fantastic reign as Miss National Comedy Queen and is ready to bring the laughs to the bay. And Misty is a familiar face to many, keeping the energy high every week as the host of the Friday Night DIVA shows at The Zone.
They are teaming up to make sure this year's event is exactly what we all need. Join Debbie and Misty for a day full of sun (hopefully), fun, and MAKING WAVES!
Our Main Stage Headliner
Erie, get ready to welcome home drag royalty! We are absolutely ecstatic to announce our 2026 Pride on the Bay headliner: the one, the only, Alaska Thunderfuck 5000!
Before stealing hearts worldwide on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 5 and capturing the crown in All Stars 2, Alaska got her start right here in Northwestern Pennsylvania. An alumnus of Erie's local theater scene, she has evolved into a global powerhouse, charting billboard-topping music, hosting the hit podcast *Race Chaser*, and performing on stages from London to Broadway.
Bringing a superstar of Alaska's caliber back to her hometown waterfront is a true milestone celebration for our community. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable, high-energy performance that will truly show the world how Erie knows how to MAKE WAVES!
Drag Performers
Get ready for a monumental celebration on the waterfront! This year's Pride on the Bay main stage is hosted by local legends Debbie Does Drag and Misty Michaels Kall, teaming up to keep our energy high all afternoon long. They are thrilled to welcome home Erie native turned global drag superstar, the one and only Alaska 5000, headlining an unforgettable waterfront showcase!
Our legendary lineup keeps the waves crashing with an exceptional cast of regional regional titleholders and powerhouse local talent, featuring reigning Miss Erie 2025 Alejandra J-Love alongside Katrina Twerk Island, Shea D'Heaux, Alysin Wonderland, Snarebear, and Ann Ziety. Plus, joining us directly from the sunshine state, we are bringing special guest performer Leona Fantasy straight from Miami, FL, to add a splash of tropical heat to the bayfront amphitheater! Don't miss this star-studded cast as they take the stage to move, inspire, and show how Northwestern Pennsylvania celebrates visibility!
Live Musical Performance
We are absolutely thrilled to bring raw, captivating live music back to the Pride on the Bay stage with a special feature performance by Nequia⁵!
Known for their rich blend of soulful melodies, powerful lyrics, and commanding stage presence, Nequia⁵ brings an authentic voice and profound musicianship that perfectly captures the heart and strength of our community. Their music transcends boundaries, creating spaces where listeners can feel seen, celebrated, and deeply connected.
Don't miss out on this incredible local powerhouse as they take the stage to move your soul and add their own beautiful frequency to our day of celebration!
Featured DJ
Keeping the energy alive and the soundtrack pumping all afternoon at Liberty Park is Erie's own genre-defying sensation, Jaden2WAAVY!
Jaden2WAAVY is a masterful artist and cultural storyteller with deep roots in both the underground and avant-garde music spaces. A proud graduate of the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy and CalArts, they have been setting stages on fire since 2015, honing their craft everywhere from packed West Coast campus takeovers to massive regional festivals.
Now back in Erie, Jaden2WAAVY is bringing that bold, cosmopolitan flavor to the waterfront with a sound that completely refuses to be boxed in. Expect high-vibe tracks, deep beats, and a dance floor that stays absolutely electric from start to finish!
Food & Refreshments
Fuel your fun with delicious options from a variety of food trucks and vendors. Erie Events concessions will also be on-site, offering adult beverages and more. And bring your favorite water bottle! There are stations throughout the park to refill them!
Curated Marketplace
This year, we wanted to do things a little differently. We took the time to hand-pick an amazing lineup to guarantee a huge variety of LGBTQ+ friendly businesses and local artisans. You can shop for unique arts and crafts, beautiful jewelry, home decor, and killer apparel. And yes, you will definitely find a wonderful assortment of Pride-themed items to help you celebrate and make waves! Come out, support our community makers, and take home something special.
Community Connections
Connect with an assortment of local and regional organizations and community resources at their informational tables.
Health & Wellness Hub
Our dedicated health and wellness area will offer vital services, including HIV and STD testing from our sponsor, Central Outreach Wellness, as well as the Erie County Health Department and PA Thrive Partnership.
NWPA Pride Merch
Stop by the NWPA Pride Alliance table to grab your official Pride gear including this years LIMITED EDITION design by Whee! Studios! We'll have pride flags, pins, backpacks, and our signature t-shirts and tank tops available.
Know Before You Go
For your safety and enjoyment, please familiarize yourself with the permitted and prohibited items at Liberty Park events.
Permitted Items
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Coolers: Up to 10" x 10" x 10" for non-alcoholic beverages only.
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Beverages: Factory sealed non-alcoholoic beverages or reusable water bottles.
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Seating: Lawn chairs, blankets, & seat cushions.
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Bags: Purses, & backpacks up to 10" x 10" x 10".
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Medical Supplies.
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Wagons & Strollers.
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Personal rain umbrellas. Please no large beach umbrellas.
Please Don't Bring
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Coolers: LARGER than 10" x 10" x 10" (all sizes of coolers are subject to search).
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Bags: Purses, backpacks LARGER than 10" x 10" x 10".
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Alcohol & Glass Bottles.
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Animals (except Service Animals).
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Weapons of any kind (knives, guns, pepper spray, etc.).
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Recreational Devices: Bikes, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, & golf carts.
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Audio/Visual Equipment: Speakers, radios, instruments, professional DSLR cameras, drones & other UAVs.
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Disruptive/Hazardous Items: Whistles, poles, fireworks & laser pointers, BBQ grills.
At Pride on the Bay, your safety and comfort are our top priorities.
We understand that visible security measures, such as bag checks, are a part of our event experience, and we want to assure you that every step taken is solely to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone present. Our dedicated security team and trained personnel are on-site to help maintain a secure space where you can fully enjoy the celebration without worry, knowing that measures are in place to protect the joy and spirit of our community event. Your ability to celebrate freely and securely is what matters most to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Children under the age of sixteen (16) MUST BE ACCOMPANIED by a parent or guardian. Parent or guardian MUST REMAIN ON THE PREMISES as long as the child is present.
- In order to properly enforce this amended policy, all individuals, eighteen years of age or older must be prepared to show valid photo I.D.
- Acceptable forms of I.D. are as follows: PA or out of state driver’s license, Student I.D. card, Military I.D., passports or State photo I.D.’s.
- Damaged or unreadable I.D. card will not be accepted.
Harvey Milk
We will not win our rights by staying quietly in our closets.