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
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
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
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
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
Asian Street Eats

Hot Diggity Dogz
Classic American with Chicago Flair

Convivium Urban Farmstead
Locally sourced beverages and snacks

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
(Red, Yellow, Green Levels)

