Carli Clesmere 
June is bringing all the Pride energy to Essex County. From Montclair Pride to Newark Pride and community events throughout the area, there are so many ways to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community this year. Read on for a list of Pride events happening in Essex County and beyond in 2026.
This is a growing list, and we’ll continue to update it as more events are announced. Know of an event we should add? Email us at [email protected].
4th Annual Pride Celebration | Millburn Free Public Library, 200 Glen Avenue, Millburn
Friday, June 5th
Millburn Free Public Library will host its 4th annual Pride celebration.
Verona Pride | 600 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona
Sunday, June 7th
Verona Pride will take place at the Verona Civic Center with a community-centered Pride celebration.
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Just Jake’s Pride Day | 30 Park Street, Montclair
Saturday, June 13th
Although Montclair Pride was postponed, locals will still have a chance to celebrate, as Just Jake’s will be hosting a Pride celebration with colorful cocktails and a contest for the best-dressed dog, with prizes for the winner. The event is family-friendly and dog-friendly.
14th Annual North Jersey Pride Festival | Memorial Park, 580 Valley Street, Maplewood
Sunday, June 14th
The North Jersey Pride Festival will celebrate its 14th year at Memorial Park in Maplewood.
21st Annual Newark Pride Festival | Newark Central Business District, Newark
Monday, July 13th, to Sunday, July 19th
Newark Pride will host a weeklong celebration with events happening throughout the city.
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Montclair Pride | Lackawanna Station, 1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair
Saturday, August 1st
Montclair Pride will return to Lackawanna Station for a day of local vendors, entertainment, community, and Pride.
See More: Pride Events Happening at the Jersey Shore in 2026
Follow @themontclairgirl on Instagram + TikTok for the latest Montclair updates, sign up for our weekly newsletter here that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our events calendar, which has over 100+ events weekly to peruse.
