Pride march 2025
Come March with Us!
The 2025 San Diego Pride Parade will take place on Saturday, July 19. Lutherans for Love will have a contingent with a float and several local Lutheran congregations marching. We’d love to have you join us!
You can park at First Lutheran Church downtown on Saturday morning, and we will shuttle you to the parade step-off area.
When our contingent steps off, we’ll have a brisk 1.2-mile walk through a sea of loving energy to Balboa Park. We’ll serve a picnic lunch, then shuttle you back to First Lutheran.
To join us, connect with your Lutheran congregation and be part of their group.
If you are not with any of the congregations listed, contact us for more information.
Watch this space for more details as we have them.
Happy Pride!

Marcher Information and Checklist
Where to Meet
If you’re using the shuttle:
Arrive at First Lutheran (1420 Third Ave, San Diego 92101) by 9:00 AM
Shuttles run from 9:00–10:00 AM to the parade drop-off point
First 25 cars can park free at First Lutheran
Additional $5 pay lot is available across the street
Restrooms at First will be open
If you’re meeting us at the staging area:
Arrive at Staging Area #133 by 11:00 AM – map
Estimated start moving time is 11:18 AM, but it could be earlier
Note: Hillcrest will be very crowded, and parking will be nearly impossible
San Diego Pride recommends using mass transit or the Navy Hospital shuttle lot
About
The route is approx. 1.5 miles: marching down University and turning onto 6th Ave
We will march briskly — feel the energy and enjoy the love from the crowd!
Prefer to ride on the float? We should have room on the float — email us in advance to reserve a spot
Restrooms
Port-a-pottys at the staging area
First Lutheran restrooms will be open for shuttle users
Two public restrooms near the picnic area — likely with long lines
Post-Parade
Parade ends at Balboa Ave
We’ll gather at our picnic area: between Balboa & 6th, near Spruce, under a large tree
You’re welcome to come directly to the picnic if you prefer not to march
We expect to arrive between 11:45 AM and 12:00 PM
Return Shuttles
Return shuttles begin around 1:00 PM from 6th & Spruce back to First Lutheran
We’ll continue shuttling folks as needed
Feel free to leave from the picnic area if you have other plans
What to Bring
Water bottle (it will be warm!)
Electrolyte drinks (Gatorade, etc.)
Snacks/energy bars
Wide-brimmed hat/sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable shoes
Important Reminders
Do not engage with protestors. We expect more this year. Stay focused, peaceful, and keep walking.
Watch your email this week for any last-minute updates or instructions