June is nationally recognized as Pride Month, a time for millions of Americans to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community at festivals, parades and many other festive gatherings. In honor of this important time of reflection, we rounded up some events and workshops that are happening throughout the month. Go here to find a listing of university-wide education materials, galleries, resources and support services that focus on LGBTQ+ advocacy.

University Events and Workshops

Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network/PEFSA Hangout
What: The Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network and the Pride and Equity Faculty Staff Association (PEFSA) are hosting a hangout event for members of the university community to connect and celebrate Pride Month together.
When: June 17, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Cheer Up Charlies, 900 Red River St.

Ally Toolkit: Part 1
What: Hosted by the Gender and Sexuality Center, the Ally Toolkit Part 1 workshop is designed to help university employees support LGBTQ+ community members and promote social justice in their classrooms, offices and conversations. This workshop can be taken as a standalone or as a prerequisite for the Ally Toolkit: Part 2.
When: June 15, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual
Who may attend: All university employees
Go to this UT Learn website to register.

 Ally Toolkit: Part 2
What: This workshop is a continuation of the Ally Toolkit: Part 1 with a focus on practicing allyship.
When: June 17, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual
Who may attend: All university employees
Go to this UT Learn website to register.

In Austin

Rainbow on the Creek
What: A free family-friendly Pride Month celebration featuring live music and entertainment. The Gender & Sexuality Center will be tabling at the event from 12 to 5 p.m. Go to this Facebook page for more information.
When: June 11, 12-9 p.m.
Where:  Waterloo Park, 1401 N. Trinity St.

Razzle Dazzle Upcycle Event & Queer Art Show
What: A free event featuring clothing makeover booths, a clothing swap and an LGBTQ art exhibit. Go to this website for more information.
When: June 15, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Road

Queerbomb
What: A pride march and rally organized by and for Austin’s queer community that celebrates varied genders and sexualities within the community. Go to this website for more information.
When: June 4-5, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Native Hostel, 807 E. 4th St.

Save the Date! Austin Pride Parade and Celebration
What: A city-wide Pride Month celebration featuring floats and live entertainment.
When: August 20
Where: Details to be posted on the Austin Pride website.
RSVP to participate with UT Austin here. If you are interested in joining the planning committee, please email gsc@austin.utexas.edu.

Find more Pride Month celebrations in and around Austin.