A Guide to San Diego LGBT Pride

The San Diego Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Pride takes place every year at the middle of July on a weekend. This LGBT pride is very popular in the Southern California area. Many people go to San Diego Lesbian, Gay, bisexual, and Transgendered Pride. This LGBT Pride celebration lasts throughout the weekend, and has many events happening throughout it. If you have never been to San Diego LGBT Pride or just want to know more about it then this guide will help you. Here are some main important things to know about San Diego LGBT Pride.

Where to stay

San Diego LGBT pride is celebrated throughout the city, and there are many hotels to stay at. There are three areas that people stay at during San Diego LGBT Pride. These areas include Downtown San Diego, Hillcrest, and Hotel Circle. Downtown SD is about a 7 min. drive from the Pride festivities. Hotel Circle is about 10 min. drive from the festivities. If you can find a hotel in the Hillcrest area then you will be very close to the pride events. Hillcrest is where the SD LGBT Pride parade happens. Hotels around these areas are priced very decently but you want to reserve them soon because they get booked really quickly.

Travel

There are many ways to get and around SD. If you are flying it is best to book flights really early because they get filled quickly. Also if you book really you may be able to get a cheaper ticket. If you are driving to SD it will be easier to get around because you have a car. If you don't have a car there are other types of transportation to get around on. You can take the trolley, bus, bicycle cab, taxi, or feet.

The only thing that might be a problem if you drive during SD LGBT Pride is parking. If you did decide to drive during SD LGBT pride then I would suggest parking in one of the lots at Balboa Park, or in the zoo parking lot and walk from there. All of these parking lots are free. Also during the parade and festival there are Pride Shuttles available

Events

There are many events to go to during SD LGBT Pride. Here are some very popular ones to go to.

Stonewall Rally

The Stonewall Rally happens on Friday of SD LGBT Pride weekend. Many people gather in Balboa park and gather to celebrate and remember everyone in the LGBT community.

Pride Festival

The Pride Festival happens on both Saturday and Sunday. The pride festival is in Balboa Park and has many vendors, stages, performances, organizations, and many other great things to celebrate the LGBT community. This event is $12-15 for one day, and $22-25 for two days

Parade

The Parade happens on Sunday starts in Hillcrest and ends in Balboa Park. The parade starts with Dykes on Bikes and has many floats, organizations, groups, marchers, and flags. This event is free but you may want to get there early to get a good seat.

Zoo Party

The Zoo party happens on Sunday at the Zoo. This event is one of the best celebrations of SD LGBT Pride. The zoo party has a big dance area and you get to roam the zoo as well. For more information on cost you may want to contact the zoo, or the San Diego Pride committee.

Safety

Safety is very important especially during SD LGBT Pride. Here are some important safety tips to know when you are travel and having fun at SF LGBT Pride.

Always stay in a group or with a friend

During SD LGBT Pride it is important to always stay with a group of friends. Never go off alone or with someone you don't know.

Keep Track of your things

Everyone is going to be partying and may not pay attention to their belongings. Make sure to keep your belongings close to you especially wallets and purses. You never know who may try to steal something especially if there are a lot of people there.

Have Safe Sex

There are going to be a lot of cute and beautiful people during SD LGBT Pride. If you are going to have sex during LGBT Pride then act safe and put on a condom, and for the women use a dental dam. Have no worry either because there are a lot of places you can get a condom.

Don't Drink and Drive

It's already hard to drive in SD when you're not drinking, and it is even hard to drive in SD during LGBT Pride. The best thing to do if you are going to Drink is take the MUNI or Bart, or you could also walk. If you walk however, make sure a friend is with you.

So if you are going to SD LGBT Pride then this guide is sure to give you some helpful pointers on where to go, what to do, and how to keep safe. Just remember the important thing about SD LGBT Pride is to celebrate your diversity!