June is Pride Month, and the Pride Office, part of The Center in the Division of Student Life, invites students, faculty and staff to attend a June 12 ice cream social from 2 to 4 p.m. in the center lobby (on the C4C’s third floor). Additional Pride Month celebrations and events will take place in October, in conjunction with LGBT History Month, when more students are on campus. 

The Pride Office works to build belonging and community among LGBTQ+ students, staff and faculty and raises awareness about issues that affect them. During the summer, the office will remain open and provide resources and support services for campus community members. Students, staff and faculty seeking support should email pride@colorado.edu.

Community events

Queer Woke: The Lavender Scare

  Friday, June 6   5:30–8 p.m.   The Center on Colfax (Denver)   Hybrid event on Zoom
The Center on Colfax will host a facilitated conversation about the history of The Lavender Scare, its long-lasting impact on the U.S. government, and those who fought against it. Registration is required.

Longmont Pride Festival

  Saturday, June 7   3:30–8 p.m.   Roosevelt Park (Longmont)
Bring the whole family for a day full of activities and interactive games, community partners sharing information and giveaways from Rocky Mountain Equality.

Pride Night at the Climbing Gym

  Wednesday, June 11   5–8 p.m.   Rec Center, climbing gym
Interested in trying climbing for the first time? Looking for new rad climbing partners? This event is for you! Join Outdoor Pursuits and find support, empowerment, laughter and community while climbing! Trained staff will be there to show you the ropes, offer you a belay and keep the stoke high. All experience levels welcome.

Pride Ice Cream Social with CU Boulder Pride Office

  Thursday, June 12   2–4 p.m.   C4C N320, third floor, lobby
Come celebrate Pride Month with some tasty ice cream! There will be all the flavors and fixings to make your sundae extravaganza—including rainbow sprinkles, of course.

Rooftop Pride Party with Denver Public Library

  Thursday, June 12   3:30–7 p.m.   The Center on Colfax (Denver)
Join West of 50 and Denver Public Library for an afternoon of dance, vogue, bingo, karaoke, prizes and more. Light refreshments will be provided.

Boulder Pridefest

  Sunday, June 15   11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.   Central Park and Civic Area
Bring the family to experience an incredible array of performances, giveaways all over the park, merchandise galore and fun activities for all! 

Black Pride Week—The Cookout: A Family Celebration

  Sunday, June 15   2–5 p.m.   Sie Film Center (Denver)
Close out Black Pride Week with the flavor, the funk and the fellowship at The Cookout. Expect good food, laughter, music, games and community energy that feels like home.

Film Screening: Stories of Pride

  Sunday, June 15   3–4 p.m.   Denver Public Library, Central Library
Join a special screening of a short film created by LGBTQ+ and allied youth who are participating in Stories of Pride: A Queer Filmmaking Intensive, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

Denver Indian Health and Family Services Pride Party

  Wednesday, June 18   5–7 p.m.   DIHFS Clinic (Denver)
This free, family-friendly celebration of the LGBTQ+ and Two-Spirit community will feature a cookout, community health fair, harm reduction materials and more.

Youth Pride

  Monday, June 23   4–8 p.m.   Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains (Boulder)
Join this youth-centered pride party with food, crafts, activities, community resources, and more! This event is open to all ages and is designed for families and youth.

50+ LGBTQ+ Mixer

  Friday, June 27   4–7 p.m.   Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains (Boulder)
Dance, mingle and enjoy the company of fellow members of the 50-plus LGBTQ+ community. 

Denver Pride

  Saturday, June 28; Sunday, June 29   Civic Center Park
Join the largest Pride in the Rocky Mountain region with three main events: Pride 5K, two-day Denver PrideFest and the Vizzy Denver Pride Parade. The CU system office is a PrideFest sponsor again this year.