2026 Pride on The Bay Vendor Registration

By Bobbie Fenno

Pride on the Bay will take place on Saturday, June 27, from 12 noon to 5 pm at Liberty Park along the beautiful Presque Isle Bay waterfront. The event offers businesses, artists, and community organizations the chance to connect with thousands of attendees during one of the region's largest LGBTQIA+ events.

For vendors looking to participate, you will notice some significant changes to the vendor sign-up process and event day logistics this year. These changes include staggered registration phases, assigned arrival times, and an updated equipment policy. Registration is open now for Queer Info/Resource vendors, with registration opening soon for Food Vendors. Registration will open on April 15 for Local Queer Vendors and then on May 15 for Other Info/Resources/Vendors. The number of vendors selected to participate will be significantly reduced as well.

Another significant change is that NW PA Pride will NOT be providing tables or chairs this year. Vendors will be provided a 10' x 10' designated space and must bring their own table and chairs. All vendors must be present and participate for the full event duration (Noon - 5:00 pm).

Because driving space is extremely limited, they will no longer be doing a general 10:00 am setup. Each vendor will be emailed a specifically assigned arrival time prior to the event. All vehicles MUST be removed from the park no later than 11:30 am. The festival runs rain or shine, with teardown beginning at 5 pm.

All vendors are responsible for collecting any applicable sales tax and for maintaining a clean space during the event. Items considered dangerous or disruptive, including weapons and fireworks, are prohibited.

Organizations and businesses interested in participating can find full details and registration information at the NWPA Pride Alliance website: https://www.nwpapride.org/vendors and https://www.nwpapride.org/potb-vendor-details

About the Author

Bobbie Fenno Bobbie Fenno (She/Her) joined as a contributing editor in 2025, but has been involved with Erie Gay News as a folding volunteer previously. She graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor's degree in Business, a certificate in Project Management, and an Associate's in Information Technology. Bobbie is also an active member of the LBT Women of Erie group and was also a board member for the NWPA Pride Alliance for four years (2021-2024).