ABOUT OC PRIDE
OC Pride is the nonprofit organization
that plans and produces Orange County’s
official LGBTQIA+ Pride festival and Parade
Our Mission
Empowering the LGBTQIA+ community in Orange County to be their authentic selves through celebration, education, and activism.
OC Pride is a 501(c)(3) non-profit LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival and parade. Committed to funding community projects, hosting events, raising awareness, and understanding in our incredible LGBTQIA+ family.
Pride 365
At OC Pride, we believe that Pride isn’t just one day—it’s every day! As a PRIDE 365 organization, we are committed to uplifting and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community all year round. From our annual parade and festival to community events, advocacy, and partnerships, we work tirelessly to create safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.
Pride is more than a moment—it’s a movement.
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Our History
OC Pride began in 1989 as the Orange County Cultural Pride Festival in Santa Ana. After a hiatus starting in 2001, local activists revived the event in 2009 following the passage of Proposition 8. By 2012, the festival returned to downtown Santa Ana, and in 2013, it became an independent nonprofit organization. In 2024, OC Pride moved to the OC Fair & Event Center to accommodate its growing attendance
Our Team
OC Pride is driven by a passionate and dedicated leadership team committed to fostering inclusivity, advocacy, and celebration within the LGBTQIA+ community. Our leadership consists of volunteer Executive Board members, including Directors and Officers, who bring diverse expertise and perspectives to guide the organization's mission. In addition to our volunteer leadership, full-time paid staff work year-round to ensure the success of our programs, events, and community initiatives.