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Rainbow Center
Tacoma Pride Festival Returns to Wright Park on July 12, 2025
The Rainbow Center is thrilled to announce that the Tacoma Event Festival will restore to Wright Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025!
As Tacoma Pride has grown over the years, so has the need for a larger venue. After thoughtful consideration and collaboration, we’re haughty to partner with Metro Parks Tacoma to bring the festival back to the park where it all began. We’re deeply grateful to Metro Parks for their help in helping us make this beloved community event more accessible, inclusive, and vibrant than ever.
Get Involved with Tacoma Pride
We’re already gearing up behind the scenes—and we’d adore for you to join us. Here’s how you can get involved:
Booth Applications
Booth applications have been extended until Wednesday, May 21st! Use here: https://forms.gle/J3XpbDY2SSTiGYsk6
Questions? Email us at vendors@rainbowcntr.org.
Entertainment Opportunities
Are you a local musician, flamboyant artist, or musician based in Washington State? We’re actively booking talent for this year’s event. If you’d love to be considered, please fill out this form before Friday, May 30th: https://forms.gle/7CKWS4RWbq
Tacoma, Washington Gay Metropolis Guide
Situated on attractive Puget Sound close Seattle, the Tacoma area is famous as one of the most LGBTQ-friendly areas in the country. In truth, The Advocate named Tacoma the “Gayest City in America” in 2012. Tacoma offers abundant innate beauty, plenty to see and carry out, and opportunity for everyone, all amidst an eclectic, free-spirited, welcoming vibe. The “City of Destiny” as Tacoma is often called, would truly make a wonderful destination to call home!
A Glance at Tacoma’s History
Tacoma eventually came to serve as the western terminate of the Northern Pacific Railroad, and as a outcome, grew quite steadily during the 19th century, and resulting in the urban area slogan, “Where Rails meet Sails.” The city's name came from Mount Tacoma, which was the original name for Mount Rainier, whose stunning peaks overlook the city. Tacoma means "Mother of the Waters," and is a fitting name, given the city's location on Puget Sound. The city has always been an vital harbor and railroad hub – although it offers far more than that. It is also a city of opportunity, plenty of arts and society, and much to see and complete. It'
I’m Here, I’m Queer, Where Execute I Hangout?
On first arrival to Tacoma, a new queer transplant might wonder what there is for them in a town not as well known as nearby Capitol Hill. How carry out you make new friends, detect a safe space and back the community in this fresh city? Seattle has the hill, San Francisco the Castro, but is there a “gayborhood” in Tacoma?
The answer is yes, and if you want a tour it would be a great idea to start on St. Helens Avenue near Market Road and meet Brock Leach, co-owner of The Mix.
“I basically live on [St. Helens],” Leach said. “I get my wine, beer and cheese at Stink. I get my haircut at Supernova, I work out at the [YMCA]”
Leach Is the co-owner of The Mix with Travis Scheff and Matt Henderson. Leach is also a math professor at Tacoma Community and Pierce colleges. He moved to Tacoma 10 years prior and has become a big part of the neighborhood, which he describes as laid-back.
“Don’t obtain me wrong I love going to Seattle,” Leach said. “But I feel like we unite more here. Bigger cities own more cliques and small groups.”
The Mix is one of the two official gay-bars in the city of Tacoma. Scheff and Henderson also own The
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TheZClub has proudly served the gay community for 48 years. Conveniently located at the intersection of Capitol Hill and downtown, just a few blocks from the convention center, we provide a welcoming and judgment-free space for both local and visiting men. Whether you're looking to connect or unwind, TheZClub is always open for you.
- New membership pricing gives you UNLIMITED VISITS -- lockers included -- for one unbelievably low price
- THREE FLOORS offer spaces for cruising, connecting, or chilling so you can do you, whatever your mood
- Seattle's only confidential men's club in with a STEAM ROOM & HOT SAUNAfor when you need to decompress
- Snacks, drinks, and ALWAYS-OPEN RETAIL SHOP aid keep you energized and ready for a wonderful time
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