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DBQ Pride Festival 2025

Saturday, June 7, 2025

12 PM – 5 PM

Town Clock Plaza, Downtown Dubuque

  • Admission: Free & open to the public
  • Parking: Free all-day parking at Iowa Street Ramp (behind NICC)

Entertainment

Brandon’s Sound Check

Brandon’s Sound Check

DJ Service

High-energy music throughout the event, keeping the vibes upbeat and festive. Brandon’s Sound Check is a returning favorite, known for spinning a diverse mix of pop, dance, queer anthems, and inclusive tracks that energize the crowd.

The DZ Combo

The DZ Combo

Live Jazz Quartet

A sophisticated, jazzy interlude with live instrumental sets. Their performance will likely offer a relaxed, groovy vibe — a perfect complement to the more dynamic segments of the event. A great space to chill, listen, and appreciate local musical talent.

Cirque du Buque

Cirque du Buque

Local Drag Performance Group

High-energy drag performances by Dubuque’s own, showcasing glitter, glamour, and queer artistry. Expect iconic lip-syncs, dance routines, dazzling costumes, and crowd interaction. Cirque du Buque has performed at past events and is well-loved by the community.

Adam’s Dance Connection

Adam’s Dance Connection

Audience Participation Dance Segment

A family-friendly, interactive dance session led by longtime supporter Adam of Adam’s Dance Connection. Fun, accessible, and meant to get people of all ages up and moving — think line dances, group routines, and spontaneous fun.

Food vendors

Rice Is Nice

Rice Is Nice

Asian Street Eats

Hot Diggity Dogz

Hot Diggity Dogz

Classic American with Chicago Flair

Convivium Urban Farmstead

Convivium Urban Farmstead

Locally sourced beverages and snacks

Stan’s Ice Cream

Stan’s Ice Cream

Frozen Desserts

additional Activities

Kid-Friendly Fun

Bounce Houses

Rec-n-Roll Activity Trailer

DBQfest Creation Station

Live T-shirt printing

DBQ Pride Shirts Printed Live on Location

Vendors & Booths

Over 60 booths

Nonprofit Resources

LGBTQ+ Friendly Businesses

Nearby: Dubuque Museum of Art

Celebrate DuMA’s final days in its longtime home with Free Admission.

Create a community art project in the lobby.

See the “Voyages” exhibit before it closes.

Volunteer at Pride Festival 2025

Sign up for a shift or spend the whole day with us, every helping hand makes a difference!

Thank you to our Event Sponsors

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