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San Antonio Pride festival celebrates LGBTQ+ community, raises money for local nonprofits
By Hannah Gonzales, Ricardo Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 2 min read
Thousands of people were expected at Crockett Park on Saturday for the Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival, an eight-hour celebration of LGBTQ+ history, resilience and community support.Organizers said about 5,000 people were expected to attend the festival, which featured food, entertainment, nonpr...
Key takeaway Organizers said about 5,000 people were expected to attend the festival, which featured food, entertainment, nonprofit organizations, health resources, and live weddings.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival at Crockett Park is a significant event for San Antonio 's LGBTQ+ community, providing a platform for connection, support, and celebration. The festival's focus on reducing shame and stigma, as well as its connection to local health organizations, addresses a critical need in the community. The involvement of nonprofits like BEAT AIDS Coalition Trust, which offered free HIV testing on site, demonstrates the importance of accessible healthcare resources. The funding generated from the festival will benefit eight local nonprofits, including those that provide essential services like food and housing assistance. As San Antonio continues to grow and evolve, events like the Pride festival highlight the city's commitment to inclusivity and support for its diverse communities. The festival's legacy is rooted in the city's history of community activism, and its impact will be felt throughout the year as local nonprofits continue to provide vital services to those in need.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Thousands of people were expected at Crockett Park on Saturday for the Pride Bigger Than Texas Festival, an eight-hour celebration of LGBTQ+ history, resilience and community support.Organizers said about 5,000 people were expected to attend the festival, which featured food, entertainment, nonpr...
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