Kirkland Urban’s plaza came to life with music, support, and community spirit during this year’s PRIDE celebration, held in partnership with The City of Kirkland, Pride Across the Bridge, and Eastside Pride PNW. This family-friendly event was a heartfelt tribute to love, inclusion, and unity, welcoming attendees of all ages. From beginning to end, the day was filled with meaningful connections, and an atmosphere of celebration. Scroll down to relive the magic! 

Guests gathered as Mayor Kelli Curtis and the Kirkland City Council officially kicked off the celebration with a powerful reading of the Pride Month proclamation. 

Incredible drag performances dazzled the crowds with unstoppable energy. 

The Pride Parade invited attendees to march together in a powerful celebration of all identities. 

Guests enjoyed a variety of fun activities, from colorful face painting and ribbon-making to exploring vendor booths showcasing local queer-owned businesses and community organizations. 

And DJ Mixxtress kept the energy high with nonstop music and good vibes, while guests captured the spirit of the day with vibrant photo ops and interactive installations. 

A huge thank you to all the vendors who helped make this year’s pride a truly magical day!  

Event production: Revel Haus 

Public relations and social media: Fearey 

Photography: Dakota Elizabeth Photography 

KU tenants: Mud Bay, Urban Eyes, Five Iron Golf 

Photo booth: The Friday Co. Photobooth 

Crafts: Flora Grand 

Face painting: Hoopla Face Painting 

Partners: City of Kirkland, Pride Across the Bridge, Eastside Pride PNW 

Performances: DJ Mixxtress, Premiere Dance Center, Maison de V Entertainment, Maya Mem Saab 

Installations and decor: Confete Balloons, Seattle Giant Letters, Revel Haus 

Organizations and local queer owned businesses: Friends of Youth, Wolfberry Studio, NAMI Eastside, Lore Counseling + Art Therapy, Designs by LYT, Zero Grafics Studio, Connected with Sage, SMU Productions, Queer and Faithful, Queer + Faithful Ministry at Salt House Church, Free Mom Hugs, Kol Ami Congregation

In case you missed out, don’t fret! We have a summer full of fun events, including our Summer Concert Series and Sunset Markets. We look forward to seeing you at a future Kirkland Urban event!