Denver's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) community throws an enormous party every summer with PrideFest in Civic Center Park. Recognized as one of the top ten pride events in the country, Denver's PrideFest is a celebration of community and culture that is welcoming -- and fun! -- to all attendees, regardless of sexual orientation. Produced by the Gay Lesbian Bisexual & Transgender Community Center of Colorado, the two-day festival gets bigger every year.

When: Check back for 2013 dates.
Where: Civic Center Park (Broadway and Colfax)
Admission: Free!

On Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. enjoy activities and entertainment for kids, adults and pets; browse health and wellness booths, the youth interactive area, retail and commercial booths and recharge at food and beverage stands while watching the famous Dogs in Drag Parade. Guests will enjoy a full day of programming on three stages; the main stage, the community stage, and dance stage programming. And don't miss the third annual kids’ parade, held at noon on Saturday, starting at the PrideFest Main Stage. 

Denver PrideFest has been independently rated as the most family friendly Pride in the nation -- so don’t leave the family at home! Saturday is packed full of kid and parent friendly activities. Spend some time at the family interactive area and visit fun and interactive booths, get your faces painted, slurp down some snow cones, enjoy GLBT friendly cartoons and more!

On Sunday, the annual Gay Pride Parade makes its way down Colfax Avenue. The parade starts a 9:30 a.m. sharp at Cheesman Park and heads west directly to Civic Center Park. This event is a favorite event every year with colorful floats from sponsors, nonprofits, local businesses, organizations, and politicians filling the streets. Come out early and get a good spot -- you don't want to miss a thing.