NEWS & MEDIA
OC Pride has been creating change and celebrating our community year after year and we’re not stopping now! Check back here for the latest news, updates, and exciting announcements.
OC Pride’s Big Homecoming: Festival Returns to Downtown Santa Ana in October
Orange County Pride’s annual festival is returning to downtown Santa Ana this year — a move organizers say has been met with “overwhelming support” and is shaping up to make October’s homecoming celebration the biggest event they’ve held yet.
Emerging Rap Veteran, Chris Conde talks new music, performing at OC Pride & Body Positivity
“ I’m playing Orange County Pride with Charo and Mama Duke. I’m just super excited, man.” - Chris Conde, 2026 Headliner of the OC Pride Festival.
OC Grand Jury Calls Out County Supervisors for Crippling Hate Incident Tracking
The OC Grand Jury has condemned county supervisors for dismantling efforts to track hate incidents, including weakening the Human Relations Commission and ending key partnerships. The report urges restoring resources, improving data collection, and rebuilding trust with communities affected by hate.
Culture OC Article: From Drag Brunches to Punk Proms, Orange County's 'Pride is for Everyone'
Pride in Orange County means community, celebration and showing up – whether you’re marching in a parade, cheering at a ballgame, or dancing under the stars.
