Gay Memphis

Atomic Rose

Gay Bars & Clubs

Amazing, great drinks, great food. And drag show was spectacular. Make sure you bring cash to tip

The Pumping Station

Gay Bars & Clubs

Absolutely fell in love with everything about this place , the atmosphere, the crowd , & everything in between!!

DRUS Bar

Gay Bars & Clubs

Local Lesbian bar that is open to every caliber of family 21 & up! Cold beers, good pizza, and delish rotel to satisf…

Pumping Station

Gay Bars & Clubs

Our home, in the Crosstown neighborhood, has been a host to diversity throughout the years. We continue to be a place…

River Inn of Harbor Town

Gay Hotels

Nestled on Mud Island, overlooking the Mississippi River, River Inn is an intimate oasis in a bustling city. Warm and…

Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel

Gay Hotels

Main Street Trolley stop is located outside the hotel entrance and offers transportation to nearby popular attraction…

Madison Hotel

Gay Hotels

This modern, upscale hotel is 0.4 miles from AutoZone Park and half a mile from the Orpheum Theatre. It's 0.8 miles f…

Comfort Inn Downtown

Gay Hotels

Overlooking the Mississippi River and just off I-40, this downtown hotel is a 6-minute walk from the Memphis Cook Con…

Molly Gonzales' La Casita

Gay Restaurants

This long-time Memphis favorite serves up a variety of enchiladas, burritos and fajitas, among other Mexican fare. Ho…

Memphis Gay & Lesbian Community Center

LGBTQ+ Organizations

A safe space since 1989. Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center is a mechanism for change in the lives of lesbian, …

Memphis, United States

Midsouth Pride Memphis 2026

Mid-South Pride is Memphis's premier LGBTQ+ celebration, anchoring the queer community across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi with a powerful annual showcase of visibility, equality, and Southern soul. Rooted in decades of grassroots advocacy, the festival has grown into one of the largest Pride events in the Mid-South region, providing a vital platform for queer voices in a part of the country where Pride remains both a celebration and an act of resilience. The 2026 edition continues this proud tradition with bold spirit and warm hospitality. Expect a vibrant Pride parade through downtown Memphis, a festival packed with live music spanning blues, soul, country, and pop, drag performances by local and national stars, community vendor booths, family programming, and a youth pride zone. Evening parties light up the city's LGBTQ+ venues, while special events highlight Memphis's rich African American queer culture and history. Memphis itself is a cultural treasure, home to Beale Street's legendary blues clubs, Graceland, the National Civil Rights Museum, world-famous barbecue, and the mighty Mississippi River. The city's deep musical heritage and soulful atmosphere make Pride weekend feel uniquely Southern and authentic. Fly into Memphis International Airport (MEM), a short ride from downtown, where most Pride events and accommodations are clustered. Stay near Beale Street or the Edge District for walkability, and use rideshare for venturing further. Late spring and summer weather is hot and humid, so dress lightly and hydrate often. For LGBTQ+ travelers, Mid-South Pride Memphis 2026 is unmissable for its potent combination of celebration, advocacy, and cultural depth. It offers an authentic Southern Pride experience that honors queer history, amplifies marginalized voices, and serves up the kind of music, food, and hospitality that only Memphis can deliver.