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Daily Email - Tuesday - 06/24/2025
Close your eyes. It’s 2004, and your crush just handed you a mix CD. Now open them. Jesse McCartney is back, and The Weightless Tour is coming to the Louisville Palace this October.
We’re giving away tickets before they go on sale 6/27, winner will be announced THIS THURSDAY. Click now, cry later.*
JUST ANNOUNCED
The theme for the 2025 Louisville Pride Festival is “Decades: Resistance and Hope Through the Years.” Durand Bernarr has been announced as this year’s headliner, with more artists to come. It all takes place on 9/6 and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Get details here.
There are many cool things happening at Chill Bar throughout the remainder of Pride Month and beyond. Get a rundown of events now.
Singer-songwriter-guitarist S.G. Goodman just released a new album, Planting By The Signs, and the self-described “queer farmer’s daughter from Western Kentucky” is set to headline TWO nights at The Burl on 6/27 & 6/28. Grab tix!
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PRIDE IN LOUISVILLE
Pride Month is winding down in Louisville but the celebrations are still going strong! And resources are available year-round to support our LGBTQIA+ community, including:
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
HEALTHCARE
HOUSING
EDUCATION
ENTERTAINMENT

IN THE FUTURE
🌠 Born This Sway Drag Show
Thursday, 6/26 @ Hereafter (8PM)
Celebrate diversity, empowerment, and talent with an unforgettable night of performances from Champagne, Chyna Versace, and Uhstel H. Valentine.
🏳️🌈 Third Annual Pride Drag Show + Workout
Saturday, 6/28 @ Shred415 (9:45AM)
This one-of-a-kind celebration includes a total body workout followed by two drag performances from Shi the Gemini and post-class mimosas.
🌞 Pride Pool Party
Saturday, 6/28 @ The Myriad Hotel (2-7PM)
Make a splash at this inaugural event, complete with drinks, food bites, and more as you dive into a day of love, community, and celebration.
🦄 Bullitt County Pride-Themed Artists Social
Saturday, 6/28 @ Cedar Grove Coffee House (3-5PM)
Come together for a day of positivity and unity. Enjoy local artists, oracle readings, a drag photo booth, plus you could win a $50 open mic prize!
🌈 Bodies After Dark Pride Tingz
Saturday, 6/28 @ Back Deck Bar & Lounge (7PM)
Celebrate, let loose and show off your true colors with a night of music, dancing, and good vibes.
LOCALS ONLY
Check out images from the 2025 Kentuckiana Pride Festival and Parade.
Why do we have Pride Month?: one writer’s opinion.
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“They’re killing time when I’m sewing gold. Shapeshifting through the night of life’s turn rows. Yeah, I’ve been living like the sun don’t shine on the same dog’s ass everyday.” - S.G. Goodman