Jun
1
4:00 PM16:00

Pride Ride

What: A casual group bicycle ride to celebrate and kick off Pride Month! Followed by socializing at the Launch Party at The Lauber

Where: Meet at South Bend Bike Garage just south of Holy Cross College at the intersection of Angela Boulevard and State Road 933 (Address:1441 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46617). Ample free parking available.

When: Saturday June 1st, Meet at 4 pm eastern.

- 4-4:30 pm: Socializing, opportunity to get bike cleaned & tuned up at no cost by Bike Garage volunteers

- 4:30 pm: Group departs. Estimated ride time 45 minutes to 1 hour

- 5:30 pm: Arrive back at Bike Garage

The Ride: Family friendly ride! Entirely on the trail system, separated from vehicles with just a few road crossings. 7.7 mile loop one way at a casual pace (12 miles per hour or slower). The group will ride at the pace set by the slowest member. Paved surface most of the way, flat with one significant downhill and one uphill. 

What to bring: Bring your own bike, helmet, and water. Dress for the weather (sunscreen, etc.). Show your pride and wear Pride colors!
Need a bike? Need a tune up? On a tight budget? Attend the South Bend Bike Garage's regular Wednesday open hours from 5 - 8 pm. You can learn how to fix your bike, buy a bike for an affordable price, or earn a bike by volunteering! Not sure if your bike is road worthy? Stop by in the weeks before the Pride Ride to get your bike cleaned and tuned up so it's ready to go! Learn more here: https://www.sbbikegarage.com/

Thanks to the South Bend Bike Garage volunteers for collaborating for a second year on this event!

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Pride Launch Party
Jun
1
6:00 PM18:00

Pride Launch Party

WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 6-9pm
WHERE: The Lauber 504 E Lasalle Ave Suite 2, South Bend, IN 46617
Join us for our 4th annual Launch of South Bend Pride. Join us on the patio at The Lauber for a great evening of music on the patio. We will also be sharing information about what is happening this year for Pride month in South Bend.
The Lauber will have drink specials that evening.

*Food and Drink will not be provided by the LGBTQ Center.

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LGBTQ Center Drag Show
Jun
7
6:00 PM18:00

LGBTQ Center Drag Show

When: Friday, June 7 Doors open 6:00pm, Show starts at 6:30pm
Where: The Wilson Theater at The South Bend Civic Theatre
403 N. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601
Tickets: Link to purchase tickets below. There will be no day of sales. All tickets will be sold online in advance.

Join us on Friday, June 7th at The South Bend Civic Theatre for South Bend Pride Drag Show. We will be showcasing some great local performers and we will be playing some Drag Bingo, so get your bingo card so you can play. We will have cards for $10 if you wish to buy the night of the show.

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Pride Gone Wild: Zoo Night
Jun
26
5:00 PM17:00

Pride Gone Wild: Zoo Night

Show your Pride at the Potawatomi Zoo! This is our fourth year for this great family friendly event. Come see the giraffes, the tigers, monkeys, otters, and all the other great animals at the zoo. Proceeds from tickets sold will go to support the work of the LGBTQ Center.

When: Wednesday, June 26 from 5-8pm
Where: Potawatomi Zoo
Tickets: Buy Tickets Here

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Cheers Queers!
Jun
28
to Jun 29

Cheers Queers!

Close out Pride Month with a Dance Party! For the second year The LGBTQ Center will be hosting Cheers Queers at Langlab.

WHEN: Friday, June 28, Doors open at 8:30pm
WHERE: LangLab, 1302 High St, South Bend, IN 46601
COST: $10 at the door.

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Cheer Queers: A Dance Party
Jun
30
to Jul 1

Cheer Queers: A Dance Party

It’s Cheers Queers time!!!! Come checkout our end of Pride month Dance Party at Cloud Walking Cafe. This is a 21 and over event, alcohol and light snacks will be available to purchase.
When: June30 8:30pm-12am
Where: Cloud Walking Cafe
1215 E Mishawaka Ave
South Bend, IN 46615
Cost: $10 suggested donation at the door.

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Roar With Pride: Zoo Night
Jun
28
5:00 PM17:00

Roar With Pride: Zoo Night

Show your Pride at the Potawatomi Zoo! This is our third year for this great family friendly event. Come see the new Giraffes, the tigers, monkeys, otters, and all the other great animals at the zoo. Proceeds from tickets sold will go to support the work of the LGBTQ Center.

When: Wednesday, June 28 from 5-8pm
Where: Potawatomi Zoo
Tickets: Buy Your Tickets Here

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Pride Night at the South Bend Cubs
Jun
22
7:00 PM19:00

Pride Night at the South Bend Cubs

Take me out to the ball game! It isn’t Pride month in Michiana without a trip to Four Winds Field to watch the South Bend Cubs. Show your pride and enjoy a night at the ballpark. Tickets are $12 and a portion comes back to The LGBTQ Center. Support the Center and see a great game.

WHEN Thursday, June 22, Game starts at 7pm
WHERE Four Winds Field
501 W South St
South Bend, IN 46601
Buy your tickets HERE


Will Call for tickets will be either at Gate A or B the night of the game.

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South Bend Pride Festival
Jun
17
11:00 AM11:00

South Bend Pride Festival

The LGBTQ Center is proud to present the South Bend Pride Festival on June 17th from 11am-5pm. Come out and check out our vendor fair, live entertainment, food, and a gay ole time. If you would like to table at the South Bend Pride Festival sign up HERE

WHEN Saturday, June 17, 11am-5pm
WHERE Potawatomi Park

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Pride Ride
Jun
10
10:00 AM10:00

Pride Ride

It’s Summer and it’s Pride Month! Outdoor Club would like you to dust off your bike and join us for a leisurely ride on the Indiana Michigan River Valley Trail.

Where: Meet at Pinhook Park in the parking closest to the road. 2801 Riverside Dr, South Bend, IN 46616
When: Saturday June 10, Meet at 10 am. Estimated end time 12:30 - 1 pm.
What: Bike ride along the Indiana Michigan River Valley Trail to Niles, Michigan. Coffee and light lunch/snacks at Gabrizio's Italian cafe downtown.
The Ride: 9 miles one way or about an hour at a casual pace. The group will ride at the pace set by the slowest member. Paved surface most of the way, very flat with a couple hills near Niles. 
What to bring: Bring your own bike, helmet, and water. Dress for the weather (sunscreen!). Bring cash or credit for the cafe. Show your pride and wear Pride colors!
Michigan friends - You are welcome to meet us outside Gabrizio's around 11:20 am to socialize and then join us on part or all of the ride back to South Bend.

Sign up so we know you are joining HERE

Pride Ride is this weekend! No bike? No problem.

If you don't have a bike, you can borrow or rent one from a place like Green Earth Bike Rental.

Worried your bike isn't road worthy? Arrive Saturday early at 9:30 am and the South Bend Bike Garage will do a free tune up/minor repair! They are also serving as sag wagon in case of any bike malfunctions you won't be stranded.

If you need a major repair, the Bike Garage has open hours Wednesday evening at their location at Angela and 933. They will teach you how to fix your bike, or you can volunteer to earn a bike, or buy one for a very reasonable price.

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Queer Art Show
Jun
8
5:30 PM17:30

Queer Art Show

  • St. Joseph Couthy Public Library Downtown Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for our 3rd annual Queer Art Show. This year we are getting even bigger. The St. Joseph County Library is hosting this event at their downtown branch in South Bend. Come check out many local queer artists and maybe even buy some of the art.

Sign up HERE

When: Thursday, June 8, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Downtown Public Library, Entrance at the corner of Wayne and Michigan

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Pride Month Kickoff Party
Jun
1
6:00 PM18:00

Pride Month Kickoff Party

It’s June and you know what that means. It’s Pride Month!!!! And we are kicking things off at The Lauber on Thursday June 1st at 6pm. Last year we had a live band, face painting, and drink specials. We are excited for all the fun things we have planned for this year. Mark your calendars now for this great evening on the Lauber patio.

WHEN Thursday, June 1, 6pm to whenever
WHERE The Lauber
504 E Lasalle Ave Suite 2
South Bend, IN 46617

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South Bend Cubs Pride Night
Jun
22
7:00 PM19:00

South Bend Cubs Pride Night

Take me out to the ball game! Get your tickets now for the South Bend Cubs Pride Night. We have been partnering with the South Bend Cubs for many years to celebrate Pride. Tickets are $12 a piece and a portion of the proceeds support the programs and services at The LGBTQ Center.

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South Bend Pride Festival 2020
Jun
20
11:00 AM11:00

South Bend Pride Festival 2020

  • Potawatomi Park - Chris Wilson Pavilion (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The LGBTQ Center is excited to announce that we have been hard at work to produce another week-long PRIDE celebration throughout the city of South Bend, IN.

We are thrilled to be offering several events intended to bring the community together in celebration of all the things that make us PROUD. What are you #ProudtobeSB ?

Come out and express your pride at our PRIDE Festival on Saturday, June 20th 2020, at Howard Park, and at the many events leading up to it.

We will be celebrating Pride throughout the month of June with various events. But our official South Bend PRIDE week is from June 14th - 20th. Stay updated on event announcements by following us on social media! We look forward to celebrating with you.

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Pride Gone WILD II
Jun
17
5:00 PM17:00

Pride Gone WILD II

If you joined us for last year’s Pride Gone Wild you know the great time it is. Take a walk on the wild side at PRIDE GONE WILD II!

The LGBTQ Center and Potawatomi Zoo are partnering to bring you an exciting evening with the many furry, feathered, and ferocious animals at the zoo. With special exhibits and activities the whole family can enjoy, the night will be both fun and educational.

Meet us at Potawatomi Zoo and go WILD with Pride!

Pre-sale tickets will soon go on sale for this event!!

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South Bend Cubs: Pride Night
Jun
9
6:30 PM18:30

South Bend Cubs: Pride Night

Root, root, root for the home team on June 13th as The LGBTQ Center partners with The South Bend Cubs for a celebration of Pride week!

A special $25 ticket package will be available through The Center that will include a limited edition t-shirt and ticket to the game!

Proceeds from the ticket package will go directly back to The LGBTQ Center.

Tickets are Will-Call. The day of the game, attendees will need to go to the gate and pick up their shirt and ticket from The LGBTQ Center table.

Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks and cheer on the South Bend Cubs at this special Pride Night game.

Ticket sales for this package have ended. You will still be able to buy tickets to enter the game. You can still request to be near the Pride section. T-shirts have sold out, however we will be taking t-shirt orders.

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The All Ages Drag Show
Jun
14
6:00 PM18:00

The All Ages Drag Show

The LGBTQ Center is happy to be bringing back our cast of local entertainers to put on a Pride filled show for the community!

Join us for a South Bend Pride Edition of our All Ages Drag Show

Order your tickets in advance for a reduced price!

Door Prices are as follows

Adults 18+: $12

Youth 8-17: $6

Free admission for ages 6 and under

Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Show starts at 6:30 p.m.

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Musical Monday
Jun
10
6:00 PM18:00

Musical Monday

On June 10th, R Bar will be alive with the Sound of Music!

All of your favorite Popu-ooo-lar musical theatre performances will be playing on their many screens for you to sing along to! It's sure to be one of your favorite Summer Nights; one that you'll hopefully keep forever in your Memory. For those of you who aren't familiar with Broadway Musicals, don't worry. We won't Rain On Your Parade. There will be plenty of movie musicals as well. You Can't Stop the Beat. Grab your friends and come enjoy this sing along and All That Jazz. I see you shiver with antici.........................

pation.

Was that enough reference for you? We sure hope you'll Be Our Guest because I Am Telling You, You Are Going!

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Queer Art Expo
Jun
9
5:00 PM17:00

Queer Art Expo

For the entire week of South Bend Pride 2019, The LGBTQ Center will be featuring works of art by queer artists from our area!

We are kicking off this showcase with a reception on Sunday, June 9th so that we can all come together and celebrate the creativity in our community!

If you would like to submit artwork for this showcase, please email us at queerartexpo@thelgbtqcenter.org

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Disco Inferno
Jun
1
to Jun 2

Disco Inferno

Burn baby, burn!

Disco Inferno returns in 2019 with another night of dance and debauchery. Join us at R Bar on June 1st in your red sequins, leather, and devilish disco looks.

Proceeds from this event will go to support The LGBTQ Center. Keep an eye out for updates, costume inspiration, and ways you can help make this Disco Inferno the party of the year!

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