Pride

Boat

Parade
The First And Only Pride Boat Parade in the United States
Started in 2011
Tour the Elizabeth River
The First And Only Pride Boat Parade in the United States
Started in 2011
Tour the Elizabeth River
The First And Only Pride Boat Parade in the United States
Started in 2011
Tour the Elizabeth River
20+ Boats
Set Sail
Elizabeth River
Wave of Love
Pride Boat Parade
Largest Pride Boat Parade
Pride Weekend
Only Pride
Boat Parade in the country
Pride
Boat
Parade
Since 2011, the Pride Boat Parade continues to be a highlight of PrideFest. We are proud to host the only Pride Boat Parade in the country celebrating our connections with 300 years of maritime history in Hampton Roads.
about The Pride Boat Parade
Fun on the harbor
How to Participate
Apply before the deadline

Boats of All Sizes

The Pride Boat Parade welcomes boats of all sizes. No boat is too big, no boat is too small.

Apply before the deadline

Captain Your Own Boat

Be part of the fun by registering your own boat or a boat operated by your organization.

Apply before the deadline

Fly Your Colors

Fly your Pride flag to show your support on your boat. Represent your community.

Make Friends

You don't have to own a boat to be part of the fun! Once a boat is registered for the parade, you can join a captain on their boat

Meet the Marshall

The Boat Parade has a Marshall that works with Pride Leadership to kickoff the Parade.

Out on the Boat

Be apart of the Pride Boat Parade!

Set Sail on The American Rover for a 1 1/2 hour cruise on the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads Harbor. A  DJ will be on board kicking off the vibes of Pride. Get Tickets!

From Town Point Park

PrideFest is always free and open to the public. Watch as a PrideFest participant from Town Point Park

From the VIP Experience

Want an elevated experience? Watch from the exclusive VIP Experience at PrideFest from your own viewing area

As a Partner

Partners can elect to have their own tent at Town Point Park and access to the VIP Experience

be a part of the fun