Pride month is here, and pro wrestling is more than ready for the celebration. As the calendar of Pride-focused events and LGBTQ-led promotions putting their best forward expands every year, nearly every area of the country provides an opportunity for LGBTQ people to delve into their rainbow revelry with the beautiful artform of grapples.
The options don’t stop at the U.S. border either. With the continued growth of pro wrestling’s LGBTQ presence, so too do the boundaries, possibilities and imagination of the people fueling it and those it touches with its unique ability to connect and engage audiences.
With so many options available, leave it to us to provide a comprehensive guide to every Pride month wrestling event with LGBTQ tie-ins. After all, who better than a queer to form an agenda, right?
POWW Entertainment “Summer Pride” — June 1, Fox Lake, Ill.
Get off the sidelines and into the game
Our weekly playbook is packed with everything from locker room chatter to pressing LGBTQ sports issues.
Chicagoland’s POWW Entertainment kicks off the month with its second annual Pride event. Boasting a card of notable area names including Joey Mayberry and “Bombshelly” Shelly Benson, the queer-on-queer violence reserved for Mateo Valentine and “DFB” Greg Murray should provide quite a highlight.
Schenectady Pride/The Dynasty “Sounds Gay, I’m In” — June 1, Schenectady, N.Y.
After desperately hoping to be reached out to and included in Pride events, I decided to create my own, by joining the Pride planning committee and putting in the work to book my first show and at our Pride Festival in Schenectady NY.#PrideMonth #Wrestling pic.twitter.com/qupi2HIQ1V
— Taylor OneShot (@TaylorOneShot) May 25, 2024
The New York Capital region gets its first taste of Pride month, graps, thanks to out trans pro wrestler Taylor Oneshot and Schenectady Pride. The free show kicks off Schenectady’s Pride festivities with plenty of action for fans in Upstate New York.
DEFY Wrestling “For Pride” – June 1 – White Center, WA
— DEFY Wrestling (@defyNW) May 26, 2024Next Saturday (June 1st) we will be kicking off Pride Month with DEFY : FOR PRIDE – right outside Seattle's only Pro Wrestling Bar – The Lariat Bar!
That's right folks ! DEFY will be bringing the action to the Streets of White Center during their huge White Center Pride Street… pic.twitter.com/csCTdujWWM
DEFY Wrestling brings the stars of the Pacific Northwest to White Center Pride to kick off Pride month in Cascadia. “The Weirdo Hero” Randy Myers is scheduled to appear, admission is free, plus the event is being held outside Lariat Bar, the only pro wrestling-themed bar in the Seattle area.
880 Wrestling “Thursday Night Fights” — Every Thursday,- New Kensington, Pa.
Thursday Night Fights is tomorrow 🥰 pic.twitter.com/ArFeyOiW2X
— 880 Wrestling (@880wrestling) May 1, 2024
Helmed by LGBTQ pro wrestling cornerstone MV Young and Ganon Jones Jr., 880 Wrestling continues its year-round schedule of weekly pro wrestling programming featuring plenty of queer talent all during Pride month. Shows stream live via Twitch every Thursday night, providing ample opportunity to discover new favorites.
Pro Wrestling EVE “Once More With Feeling” — June 7 – London
— EVE – Riot Grrrls of Wrestling (@ProWrestlingEVE) May 6, 2024*ANNOUNCEMENT*
Do not miss the retirement match of "The People's Princess" Jetta, & "Fearless" Charlie Morgan
Everything and everyone you see in this match are all chosen by Charlie Morgan & Jetta themselves ❤️
Friday June 7, Walthamstow, London
🎫 https://t.co/aRQyPCQH1w pic.twitter.com/Hut4dZcUGc
Saying goodbye is difficult but we all must stomach it at some point. And what better way to go out than with an entire event dedicated to it? Charlie Morgan and Jetta get that chance during Pride month, wrestling their final match against fierce rivals and close friends on a card peppered with plenty of Europe’s best LGBTQ women.
Purpose Wrestling “Rainbows & Hand Grenades” — June 7, London
— Purpose Wrestling (@wrestlepurpose) May 30, 2024We’re very happy to announce next Friday’s Rainbows & Hand Grenades will benefit @TheMosaicTrust! Come celebrate Pride Month and help us raise money for a great cause!
🗓 Friday, 7 June
📍 @MertonArtsSpace, Wimbledon, LondonGet your tickets now:
🎟 https://t.co/uhObZxSL6p pic.twitter.com/alnWRbWYwi
U.K.-based Purpose Wrestling brings back its own Pride event for the second year in a row, showcasing top and emerging names among the nation’s LGBTQ pro wrestling ranks. The show features a non-binary faceoff between Skye O. Shure and Riley N.B.F., plus British wrestling historymaker Helen Charlotte Campbell.
Hoodslam “Dazzling” — June 7, Oakland, Calif.
— Hoodslam (@HOODSLAM) May 11, 2024June 7th, #THRUSSY SAYS COME.#Hoodslam // dazzling //
Tix:https://t.co/do8tRPxyB0
Stream:https://t.co/2n6uMYoEiY#ThisIsReal #dontbringyourfnkids #Oakland pic.twitter.com/XG5lk29Twp
It can’t be a first Friday of the month without “The Accidental Phenomenon.” The Dark Sheik-helmed promotion is set to deliver its trademark brand of creative chaos yet again, including matches featuring EFFY, Allie Katch, Mylo, Anton Voorhees, Brittany Wonder and Lara Frazier just to name a few.
PrideStyle Pro “Change of Heart” — June 7 – Las Vegas
— PrideStyle 🖤 Inclusive Pro Wrestling (@PrideStylePro) May 27, 2024🚨FLASH SALE🚨
USE CODE “PRIDE5” TO SAVE $5 ON EVERY TICKET @ https://t.co/r9C6C1ZdQr
Ride the New Wave into Pride month w Inclusive Pro Wrestling
@thelistvegas presents
PrideStyle 25 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧
Friday 6/7 • 7PM • MEET Las Vegashttps://t.co/JHuFT73i6Y pic.twitter.com/U8o2iO5yn1
Vegas’ rising LGBTQ-owned promotion puts its namesake first every month, but Pride month means it’ll go even harder. With a PrideStyle title clash between Papa Jace and Sonico, a dream clash between Sandra Moone and Jada Stone, a tag team survival match including Tommy Purr and the return of “Speedball” Mike Bailey, PrideStyle looks to meet that expectation.
PCW “Pride In The Ring 3” — June 8, Blackpool, England
🎉 **Pride Of The Ring 3 – June 8th!**
— PCW UK WRESTLING (@PCW_UK) May 30, 2024
🌈 Fuego Del Sol** from AEW
🌈 ''Commander'' Stephanie Sterling – Youtube/Twitch Star
🌈 Priscilla Queen Of The Ring – as featured on BBC
🌈 La Maison Mère** from Paris
🌈 Che Monet**
🎟️ **Grab your tickets now** at https://t.co/gY7ygCY8Ah pic.twitter.com/qy3sz5xJj4
The event that started them all over in the U.K. returns for its third go-around, bringing top LGBTQ names from British wrestling to Blackpool. PCW staples Priscilla and Commander Stephanie Sterling return alongside former TNT Extreme World champion Che Monet, France’s own La Maison Mère, Sassy Bear Clarence and Skye James.
Wrestle Drag “Sounds Gay, I’m In Too” — June 8, Phoenix
— WrestleDrag (@wrestledrag) May 7, 2024Do you have your tickets yet? We’re back at it again during Pride month! 🌈 We hope you’re ready!
Saturday June 8th, come see your favorite WrestleDrag Stars and Queens, live from Bull Shooters! ✨
Get your tickets today at https://t.co/h0BgMNrret! pic.twitter.com/df66LvDO2W
Arizona’s longest-running queer-focused wrestling promotion is stocked back up and ready for Pride month. Featuring talents like Jamie Senegal, Gypsy Mac, Da Shade, Bryn Thorne, Parada and Oceano Avery (plus a Wrestle Drag title bout between G-Sharpe and Bryce Saturn), the night is sure to be an in-ring scorcher.
Fightertainment “Ghoulyard” — June 8, Las Vegas
— Speedball Mike Bailey (@SpeedballBailey) May 31, 2024Fightertainment presents GHOULYARD streams live on SATURDAY June 8 at 6 PM PST/9 PM EST!
Feat. @SandraMoonepie, @LuchaGhoul, @itsvedatime + More!
All profits from the stream will go to Project Hi Five, a Las Vegas community organization for suicide prevention. @afspnational pic.twitter.com/evaVLDOmS2
“Speedball” Mike Bailey and Veda Scott’s artistic and off-the-wall DIY interpretation of the grappling sciences (they are fighters after all and definitely not wrestlers) makes a stop in Sin City for a Twitch stream that will surely be unique.
Full Queer “Pride or Die II: America Has A Problem” — June 9, Richmond, Calif.
PODII America Has A Problem@FullQueer MATCH ANNOUNCEMENT
— FullQueer (@FullQueer) May 15, 2024
THRUSSY @darksheikftf @EFFYlives @AllieKATCH vs @larafrazierkick @marcomayur15 & #Bartman
The gag is there is no gag when it comes to THRUSSY but will they choke on the FQ Eleganza?
Tickets On Salehttps://t.co/upxCVbllIR pic.twitter.com/GIIbH4uNNE
The 2023 QWI Promotion of the Year celebrates its third anniversary of marrying activism with action. Thrussy (EFFY, Allie Katch and Dark Sheik) are set to debut with several more of the West Coast’s top LGBTQ talents, including producers Marco Mayur and Rosie Fingers, set for the company’s most ambitious card to date.
Venom Championship Wrestling “Breaking Point” — June 15, Portsmouth, England
— Venom Championship Wrestling (@venomwrestleuk) May 20, 2024🎉🎉THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS🎉🎉
Our next show takes place on June 15th 2024 at the Eastney Community Centre and you can grab yourself a 15% discount for a limited time only!
Use the code VENOM15 on the link below:https://t.co/xjtv72imwx pic.twitter.com/RHAD29wSb1
Venom Championship Wrestling, founded by out LGBTQ wrestler Jensen Theory, gets into the Pride month festivities for the first time this year. The show features four title matches (including two featuring Theory himself) as the young promotion continues to grow its audience in Portsmouth.
Urban Combat Wrestling “Mimosa Slam III” — June 16, Asheville, N.C.
North Carolina’s biggest pro wrestling party returns. UCW celebrates its fifth anniversary with an evening of action featuring UCW champion Mook Massacre, Beauxx Bombshell, Khan O’Kelley and other queer names from the Mid-Atlantic region.
Peak Sports Entertainment “Escape From Oakes Ave.” — June 16, Everett, Wash.
— Peak Sports Entertainment (@PeakSportsPNW) May 26, 2024JUNE 16
ESCAPE FROM OAKES AVENUETalent announcements begin shortly! pic.twitter.com/7FKWayOv9m
The inaugural year of the Seattle area’s only LGBTQ-owned promotion wouldn’t be complete without a card during Pride month. Featuring out names like Zeb Saint One, Nathan Foxx, Rashad Tyson, Lux, Zaye Perez, Nick Radford and Zelda Foxx, the Peak packs plenty of rainbow firepower for the PNW.
Enjoy Wrestling “Immaculate” — June 16, Pittsburgh
— Enjoy Wrestling (@EnjoyWrestle) May 27, 2024We've already got three huge matches announced for #EnjoyImmaculate at Stage AE on Sunday June 16th.
– EDITH vs. SONNY for the Enjoy Title
– BREEZE & DANGO vs. THE RUNWAY
– GRIM vs. LAWLESS in a Steel Cage$5 off seated tickets with the code STAGEAE for a limited time only!… pic.twitter.com/vvtp3Mbi36
Enjoy Wrestling always stands out for its commitment to featuring queer talent on its cards, and “Immaculate” is no different. Headlined by an Enjoy championship battle between Edith Surreal and Sonny Kiss and a cage match between Mr. Grim and David Lawless, Enjoy is packing quite a punch, not to mention looks thanks to The Runway and Dirty Breeze.
F1RST Wrestling “Wrestlepalooza” — June 16 – Minneapolis
— F1RST Wrestling (@f1rstwrestling) May 23, 2024❗️UPCOMING EVENTS❗️
➖ SUNDAY
June 2nd | All Ages➖ SUNDAY
June 16th| 18+➖ SUNDAY
June 30th | All Ages➖ SAT. & SUN.
July 6th & 7th | All Ages➖ SUNDAY
August 11th | All Ages➖ SATURDAY
September 7th | All Ages
Minnesota’s premier independent promotion returns with its annual Pride event from the historic First Avenue. Wrestlepalooza champion Devon Monroe is set for prime positioning on the card alongside a collection of top queer and allied independent names.
PrideStyle Pro/Loko Wrestling “Party Monster” — June 21, Houston
— PrideStyle 🖤 Inclusive Pro Wrestling (@PrideStylePro) May 13, 2024🚨HTX UPDATE🚨
World Breaker 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗞 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗚𝗘 make their PrideStyle debut!
🏳️🌈Celebrate Pride month with Inclusive Pro Wrestling🔥
PrideStyle x Loko Wrestling present
𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥
Friday 6/21 • Houston Premier Arena$15 Tickets onhttps://t.co/8K88uRcHNx pic.twitter.com/9paSya8JKU
PrideStyle makes its Texas debut during Pride month thanks to a partnership with Loko Wrestling, and there are plenty of bouts featuring that Vegas vs. Texas flavor. From Sandra Moone and Hyan to Brick Savage and Can’t Stop Jamaal to Sonico, Low Rider and Larry Miranda Jr., there is plenty on the menu.
Big Valley Wrestling “Loud & Proud Vol. 4” — June 22, Las Vegas
— Big Valley Wrestling (@BVWrestlingLV) May 24, 2024@EFFYlives returns to BVW on Saturday, June 22nd for LOUD & PROUD VOL. 4! Fundraiser for @thecenterlv
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: https://t.co/lArB9UHXzR pic.twitter.com/Bqpom3hXB1
Big Valley Wrestling’s annual fundraiser for the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada returns for its fourth year with plenty of action on deck. The event features national names EFFY and Dark Sheik, local standouts Papa Jace, Noah Anderson, “Black Swan” Zoe Dubois, Tommy Purr and Da Shade and emerging names including Stxrm Garcon and AJ Aven.
Naptown All Pro “Euphoria” — June 23, Indianapolis
— Naptown All Pro-Wrestling (@NaptownAllPro) May 29, 2024🎟️ EUPHORIA TICKETS ON SALE NOW 🎟️
Get tix presale from now until show day for $10 less than door price at https://t.co/plleFgTomB
Use code “HAVEYOUEVER” for additional 20% off per ticket until tomorrow at 6p
Sunday, June 23rd, 2024
2pm ET at Ellenberger Park
Indianapolis, IN pic.twitter.com/TFZTBs241x
Naptown’s hiatus ended just in time for Pride month, and the company pairing pro wrestling with gun violence advocacy rushes into June looking to prove they not like us. Headlined by Isaiah Broner defending the NAP title against Myron Reed, the show will showcase top queer and allied names from Indiana and beyond.
Wrestle Drag — June 23, Denver
— WrestleDrag (@wrestledrag) May 7, 2024🚨ON THE ROAD🚨
We are taking WrestleDrag on the road! This June, we will not only have our pride month show here in Phoenix, but we will ALSO be heading to the Mile High City to celebrate pride month atCharlie's Denver!🤗🌈 pic.twitter.com/ji*zotsVpL6
Wrestle Drag will pull double duty during Pride month, carrying its queer-positive brand of wrestling to Denver for the first time ever.
Underground Wrestling Alliance “More Gay sh*t 3” — June 23, San Francisco
6/23* @emporiumsfbay@darksheikftf @BrookeHavok @CVEvil_138 @link2futureftf @macdaddyymylo @Come_4_Papa @TheGlamazonPDM @MarcoMayur51 @Fabuloso_breeze @boynamedrichie @BroJBrody + More!
— UGWA (@officialUGWA) May 21, 2024
Tickets available NOW on Eventbrite! pic.twitter.com/37Mxpj0CEa
Pro wrestling in the Bay Area just has a different vibe and UGWA fits that bill all too well. Its third annual Pride event collects the queer riches of the area (Dark Sheik, Anton Voorhees, Marco Mayur) and the greater West Coast (Papa Jace, Richie Coy, Keita) for an event that puts managers Doc Atrocity and Pollo Del Mar on a collision course.
Alliance For All Wrestling “Over The Rainbow” — June 27, Azusa, Calif.
We have Twitter now!! Please follow and join us on our journey to promote love, kindness, representation, equality and acceptance! Don’t miss our next show for Pride Thursday June 27th in Azusa pic.twitter.com/2DA43zv9UC
— Alliance for All Wrestling (@AFAwrestling) May 23, 2024
The youngest promotion on the list, Alliance For All Wrestling’s third event ever carries an excitement special to Pride month. Founder Barbie Boi, Mylo, Keita and several more of Los Angeles’s favorite independent names welcome EFFY, Mateo Valentine, Joey Mayberry, “DFB” Greg Murray and Sandra Moone, all capped off by a five-on-five elimination match featuring New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Shane Haste.
BOOM! Pro Wrestling “Hot Tag Tournament” — June 28, Vancouver, B.C.
Vancouver’s offbeat world of wrestling kicks off a doubleheader with its first tag team tournament. The one-night, eight-team tournament should pack plenty of athleticism and even more wacky antics.
BOOM! Pro Wrestling “The Biggest One” — June 29, Vancouver, B.C.
The second night of BOOM!’s back-to-back has become known as its biggest show of the year: The Biggest One. A night of culmination keenly dubbed the company’s season finale, expect the apex of the company’s engaging storytelling and an array of the Pacific Northwest’s best wrestlers.
Uncanny Attractions “It’s Just Gay” — June 29 – Austin, Texas
— UNCANNY ATX (@uncannyatx) April 24, 2024🚨MARK UR CALENDARS🚨
We’re BACK at HIGHLAND LOUNGE on JUNE 29 for ✨#ItsJustGay✨
Featuring Uncanny favs (or enemies) along with NEW FACES, we’re stoked to bring THE PARTY OF THE SUMMER to ATX
Grab tickets NOW! You won’t wanna miss this DRAMA 🎭
Color Texas pink and black with a little touch of rainbow because Uncanny Attractions is back with its distinct presentation of queer pro wrestling. Unchampion Billy Dixon, Eddy McQueen, Dillon McQueen, Devin Carter, Zakai Living, Sky De Lacrimosa, Ashton Starr, Caleb Jean Cartier and several more are set to do battle and kiki all the same.
Dropkick Depression “Be Good” — June 29, Old Bridge, N.J.
— Dropkick Depression (@OperationDD) May 7, 2024Small change to Dropkick Depression presents Be Good
June 29th 2024The proceeds for this event will now be benefitting Anchor House. Based out of Trenton, Anchor House helps teens and young adults experiencing (or in danger of experiencing) homelessness. pic.twitter.com/AT3nE30Lmt
Out LGBTQ retired wrestler Terra Calaway’s wrestling promotion positioning mental health awareness alongside fun graps returns just in time for Pride month with a fundraiser for homeless youth organization Anchor House. Out talents Shea McCoy, Chas D’Amato and Gabby Ortiz are scheduled to appear along with several well-known names from the Northeast independent scene including Jeff Cannonball, Kennedi Hardcastle, Razerhawk and Kwesi Asante.
BLOWW “BLOWWLYMPICS: Bradlee’s Backlot Games” — June 29, Somerville, Mass.
IT'S THE BLOWWLYMPIC GAMES! Join us Saturday 6/29 as we gather to celebrate 20 years of vaguely friendly competition between state-mandated smoke breaks. What better way to honor our legacy than inviting some sporty vendors, drag acts, and possibly some blasts from the past… pic.twitter.com/pkgIiT9GD5
— Boston League of Wicked Wrestlers (@BLOWWBoston) May 24, 2024
The Boston League Of Wicked Wrestlers brings an irreverent attitude steeped heavily in queerness any time they set up the ring, so a Pride event made way too much sense. The event pairs wrestling with drag, circus acts, local merchants and much more, creating a communal aspect with something for anyone, even if they’ve never attended a wrestling event.