Pride Month at the Jersey Shore
Celebrate love and community by the sea
Pride by the Sea
Pride Month transforms the Jersey Shore into a month-long celebration of love, identity, and community. The heart of it all is Asbury Park - long the center of LGBTQ+ culture at the shore, home to Paradise, inclusive restaurants, and welcoming beachfront hotels. The centerpiece is Jersey Pride, New Jersey's largest and oldest statewide LGBTQ+ celebration, which fills the Asbury Park waterfront on June 7 with a noon parade and an all-day festival drawing 20,000+ people. Beyond Asbury, Cape May's Equality Cape May Pride brings a march and party to the cape, while the inclusive Victorian B&B scene and a shore-wide spirit of welcome make June the perfect month to visit, whoever you are and whoever you love.
Romantic Destinations
Asbury Park
The Heart of LGBTQ+ Shore Culture
Inclusive and electric
Cape May
Victorian Charm & Equality Cape May Pride
Elegant and welcoming
Atlantic City
Casinos, Nightlife & Celebration
Glamorous and lively
Ocean Grove
Historic Charm Next Door to Asbury
Quaint and historic
Long Branch
Pier Village & Oceanfront Dining
Modern and relaxed
Romantic Activities
Attend the Parade
March or cheer along the Asbury Park waterfront for the Jersey Pride parade at noon on June 7 - the largest Pride celebration in New Jersey.
Pride Beach Day
Soak up the sun on the welcoming beaches of Asbury Park and beyond. Pack a flag, gather friends, and make a day of it by the ocean.
LGBTQ+ Nightlife
Dance the night away at Asbury Park's iconic spots like Paradise and Georgies, with drag shows, DJs, and a warm, inclusive crowd.
Inclusive Dining
Enjoy a meal at the shore's welcoming restaurants, from Asbury Park bistros to Cape May Victorian brunches, many flying Pride colors all June.
Waterfront Festival
Explore the all-day Jersey Pride festival with vendors, community groups, live performances, and food along the Asbury Park waterfront.
Drag Brunch
Start the day with a festive drag brunch - a Pride Month favorite at venues across Asbury Park and the wider shore.
Sunset Strolls
Wind down with a sunset walk along the boardwalk or Cape May Point, soaking in the celebratory spirit of the season.
Romantic Restaurants
Book reservations early - these spots fill up fast for Pride Month:
Porta
Asbury Park
Wood-fired pizza with a lively patio
Pascal & Sabine
Asbury Park
French bistro elegance
Georgies
Asbury Park
Beloved LGBTQ+ bar and gathering spot
Talula's
Asbury Park
Craft pizza and natural wine
The Mad Batter
Cape May
Victorian breakfast and brunch
The Lobster House
Cape May
Waterfront seafood landmark
Knife & Fork Inn
Atlantic City
Historic fine dining since 1912
Avon Pavilion
Avon-by-the-Sea
Oceanfront breakfast on the boardwalk
Planning Your Pride Month Getaway
Do's
- • Book Asbury Park lodging early - Jersey Pride weekend fills fast
- • Arrive before noon on June 7 to catch the parade start
- • Bring water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes for the all-day festival
- • Use public transit or rideshare - waterfront parking is limited
- • Check jerseypride.org and equalitycapemay.com for updated schedules
- • Pack your flags, colors, and a celebratory spirit
Don'ts
- • Don't expect last-minute Asbury Park rooms on Pride weekend
- • Don't drive right up to the waterfront - plan parking ahead
- • Don't assume every event is ticketed - Jersey Pride is free
- • Don't forget sunscreen for a full day outdoors
- • Don't limit yourself to one town - the whole shore celebrates
Romantic Accommodations
Book your Pride Month getaway
From Victorian B&Bs with fireplaces to luxurious casino suites, find the perfect romantic retreat. Pride Month weekend is the busiest winter weekend - book early!
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