Summary
The Tucson Pride Festival in Arizona, one of the oldest LGBTQ+ pride events in the United States, was canceled due to a lack of sponsors. Organizers cited challenges including logistical issues and decreased financial support as reasons for shutting down the event and the Tucson Pride organization.
Key Facts
- The Tucson Pride Festival, established in 1977, was among the oldest pride events in the U.S.
- The 2025 pride parade, initially postponed, was later canceled altogether.
- Organizers pointed to "shifting politics and increased hostility" toward the LGBTQ+ community as reasons for reduced sponsorship.
- The Tucson Pride organization itself has been shut down.
- All contributions already made for the event will be refunded within 30 to 90 days.
- No new organization has emerged to take over Tucson Pride or its events.
- Similar issues with funding were also reported by Phoenix Pride organizers in 2025.
