**MEDIA ALERT**

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Francisco Pride Parade & Celebration 2023 Showcases Diverse Lineup of Artists and Performers

San Francisco, CA - June 21, 2023 - San Francisco Pride, the most iconic LGBTQ+ event in the world, is back with a spectacular lineup of artists and performers for this year's parade and celebration taking place on Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25. This year’s theme is “Looking Back and Moving Forward,” so the event promises to be a vibrant and inclusive celebration of love, diversity, and equality that honors those who paved the way while championing LGBTQ+ youth.

The Kaiser Permanente Main Stage Performances all take place at San Francisco’s Civic Center Plaza from noon to 6 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday, June 24, attendees will be treated to captivating performances by an array of talented artists and performers, including:

• Princess Nokia (headliner)
• Shaun Ross
• Kaleena Zander
• THE BLSSM
• Rock M. Sakura
• Tomas Matos
• Cheer SF
• Ensamble Folclorico
• Colibri Oakland
• To All Vogue Ball
• Parivar Bay Area

The Saturday lineup also includes former SF Pride President Carolyn Wysinger, Baaits Blessing, and DJs Lady Ryan & Booty Juice, who will keep the energy high throughout the day.

Sunday, June 25, will feature another exciting lineup of performers, headlined by the incredibly talented Hayley Kiyoko.

Other performers include:

• Vincint
• Alex Lahey
• Kelechi
• Saturn Risin9
• Tookta Topline
• Cheer SF

The day's events will be hosted by D'Arcy Drollinger, with additional highlights such as Drag Story Hour and a special appearance by San Francisco Mayor London Breed. DJs Rapture and Saint Hills will provide the beats to keep the crowd moving.

San Francisco Pride Parade & Celebration will take place at various locations throughout San Francisco. For more information and updates, please visit SFPride.org