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Arlington Pride Festival

June 24, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Following the success of Arlington’s inaugural Pride celebration last year, THE POLISHED KREATIVE is again hosting one of Arlington’s biggest event of the Summer – The Arlington Pride Festival June 24th, 2023 from 12PM – 7PM at the Rosslyn Gateway Park VA (1300 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA 22209).

This event has a simple but impactful message, Moving Forward Together. This reminds us of the importance of working together to make our community stronger.

The Arlington Pride Festival will inspire our community to collaborate in new ways, ensuring all LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families & friends feel empowered, and supported.

This FREE Event for all ages, and will be held at The Rosslyn Gateway Park. Gateway Park is a three-acre public park owned by Arlington County.

The Arlington Pride Festival will include:

  • Live Entertainment
  • Surprise Guests
  • Main Stage
  • Games & Prizes
  • Live DJ Vendors
  • Multiple Photo Moment Stations
  • Variety of Food & Beverages
  • Swag Bags Giveaways
  • Professional Photographer/videographer
  • LGBTQIA+ advocacy Center
  • Pet Entertainment Area sponsored by Puppy Luv Pet Services
  • Live showcase by local artist(s)

The goal of the event is to create memorable experiences aimed to build a true sense of community.

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