# Event Details - **Event Name**: PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate Pride Weekend at PrideCon: SMYAL's comic-con–themed Pride event for LGBTQ+ youth ages 6-18!About this EventEnter a universe where you are the hero. ?✨Join SMYAL for PrideCon, a comic-con–themed Youth Pride celebration designed especially for LGBTQ+ youth ages 6–18 and their families. This is your chance to step into a world of imagination, creativity, and community where cosplay, storytelling, and self-expression collide.Whether you’re building a new world, stepping into a new identity, or just looking for your people—PrideCon is your place to belong.Your story. Your power. Your Pride. ?? Saturday, June 20? 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM? Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C. (exact location shared after registration)?️ Free, but registration is requiredYouth are welcome to stay all day, with age-specific programming throughout:11 AM – 2 PM: Activities designed for ages 6–121 PM – 4 PM: Activities designed for ages 13–18Questions? Reach out to youthdevelopment@smyal.orgFeatured Experiences? FREE Lunch Provided on a first-come, first-served basis? Pride Hero Academy (Ages 6–12)Create your own superhero identity—powers, costume, origin story and all.? My Multiverse: Worldbuilding & Cosplay Lab (Ages 13–18)Design your own universe, develop characters, and bring them to life through cosplay.? Drag & Cosplay Meet-and-GreetsMeet dazzling performers and fellow creators who are redefining what it means to show up boldly.? Artist AlleyShare your art, trade zines, and explore youth-made creations!? Resource Fair & Community TablesConnect with organizations and supports rooted in care for LGBTQ+ youth.?️ Collaborative MuralLeave your mark on a shared masterpiece.? PhotoboothCapture your look, your crew, and your moment.?️ Scavenger Hunts & Sidequests…There may be secrets hidden throughout PrideCon. Stay curious.? Ballroom Walk: The MasQUEERade BallServe looks, channel fantasy, and step into your spotlight.✨ Costumes highly encouraged! Whether you’re into superheroes, fantasy, renfaire, drag, or something entirely your own—this is your space to transform.Please Note:*Parents, caregivers, and adults age 18 and over are welcome to attend as guests only if they are accompanying a young person.To maintain a youth-centered and secure environment, adults who are not attending with a young person will not be allowed to enter.Registration is free but required, with limited day-of signups available as space allows.__________________________________________________________________Who is SMYAL?Based in Washington, DC, SMYAL supports and empowers LGBTQ+ youth. We actively work to create a world where queer and trans youth thrive through affirming programs and services designed to develop critical life skills, build community, and foster a sense of belonging.For over 40 years, SMYAL has been a leader is creating safe, joyful, and affirming spaces for queer and trans youth.Agenda?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PMActivities for Youth Ages 6-12?: 12:00 PM - 04:00 PMActivities for Youth Ages 13-18 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/pridecon-2026-youth-pride-fest/100001988401034019 - **Event Categories**: festivals, art, lgbt-pride, anime, performances, entertainment, it, meet-and-greet, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: Exact Location Provided Upon Registration - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Exact Location Provided Upon Registration - **lat**: 38.8941204 - **long**: -77.0219196 - **full address**: Exact Location Provided Upon Registration, 7th Street NW, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/baf3dc310543ecd20b5ee30b58107f3bf1f3beaf459548e069c2db6625bff28c-rimg-w1200-h600-dc000100-gmir.jpg?v=1777754732 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest being held? - **A:** PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Exact Location Provided Upon Registration, 7th Street NW, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest? - **A:** PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest is organized by SMYAL. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** PrideCon 2026: Youth Pride Fest is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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