Gay pride asbury park
Look Up, An Asbury Event Celebration, currently on demonstrate in the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall, was created by Gene Mignola, Fun House co-founder and textile printer for costumes on Broadway, dance, and opera. Requiring a year and a half from development, production, to ultimate installation, Look Up celebrates the 31st anniversary of Jersey Pride and will fly in the Grand Arcade, Convention Hall, on the Asbury Park Boardwalk for the month of June.
A Bit of History
In 2008, Gene relocated his NYC print studio to Asbury Park and opened a store with his partner on Cookman Way. Gene immediately jumped into the Asbury Park art scene, befriending gallerist Jenn Hampton and working with artists Porkchop and Bradley Hoffer to create printed textiles for the display Art Bloc for Parlor Gallery.
As the store pivoted into original designs and production of Asbury Park-inspired merchandise, Gene spearheaded the collaboration between Fun Home and the Wooden Walls Project, Asbury Park’s mural non-profit, and worked with mural artists to grow tote bags, beach towels, and designs for t-shirts inspired by their artwork along the boardwalk.
Gene’s devote of Asbury Park goes back t
*Cue John Hammond’s booming voice* Welcome to Asbury Park! Just swap dinos for crowds of cheerful beachgoing gays and you’re set. If you’re looking for the ultimate LGBTQ Asbury Park manual, you’ve come to the right place—this is one of the gayest and most unapologetically homosexual destinations on the East Coast.
Nestled on the Jersey Shore, about an hour from NYC and 1.5 hours from Philly, this is the go-to getaway spot for queers in the Garden State looking to soak up the sun, sip on a colorful cocktail, and celebrate together. From renowned LGBTQ+-owned businesses to its larger-than-life Pride celebration, Asbury Park is a proven place for inclusivity.
And while the buzz this October might be around the upcoming Bruce Springsteen biopic(hello, Jeremy Allen White!)—which, fittingly, was filmed in Asbury Park, the very town that helped launch Springsteen’s career and shaped the spirit of his music—the real story? This town’s rich gay history is the true headliner.
Spending summers with friends and family on Asbury Park’s beautiful beaches, I’ve seen firsthand what makes this place so special—and why its story deserves to be shared.
A Pride-Forward Cease on Your LGBTQ Asbury
Jersey Pride Parade & Festival 2025
Bradley Park in Asbury Park
Ocean Ave & Sunset Ave - Asbury Park
EventsJersey Pride Celebration & Festival 2025
Sunday, June 1, 2025 – 12:00PM to 7:00PM
New Jersey’s 33rd Annual Statewide Diverse Pride Celebration will be held in person on Sunday, June 1st, 2025.
As always, they include been working closely with the host city of Asbury Park to ensure the safety of all participants.
It is the largest and oldest LGBTQ Pride Celebration in the Garden State, with attendance exceeding 20,000 under normal circumstances.
The parade, passing through the center of the host capital and shore destination Asbury Park, has grown throughout the years.
Floats, decorated vehicles, marching bands, and enthusiastic marchers are cheered on by spectators who line the parade route.
Website:
jerseypride.org
A Guide to Celebrating Pride Month at the Jersey Shore
Pride Month, celebrated in June, honors the LGBTQ+ community. The Jersey Shore is home to many organizations that aim to provide assist and a secure haven for Homosexual individuals. Alongside miniature businesses at the Jersey Shore, such organizations are hosting parades, festivals, and themed nights in beloved oceanside towns to celebrate the LGBTQ+ members of the Garden State. Keep reading to learn more about how to observe Pride at the Jersey Shore.
Atlantic Municipality Pride Bar Crawl | Atlantic Urban area, New Jersey
The Atlantic City Pride Block Crawl is on June 21st. The bar crawl takes place from 4PM until 10PM. As of this writing, the AC Self-acceptance Bar Crawl includes access to four venues, two to three drinks or shots, food/drink specials, and access to a photographer/videographer. Pub Crawls asks participants to check in between 4PM and 8PM at the location listed on the ticket to receive a wristband, which will provide access to the bars selected for the crawl.
Atlantic County Pride in the Park | 109 NJ-50, Mays Landing
The Atlantic County Parade in the Park is at War Memorial Park in Mays Landing. The event takes place on June
Jersey Pride Parade & Festival 2025
Ocean Ave & Sunset Ave - Asbury Park
Events
Jersey Pride Celebration & Festival 2025
Sunday, June 1, 2025 – 12:00PM to 7:00PM
New Jersey’s 33rd Annual Statewide Diverse Pride Celebration will be held in person on Sunday, June 1st, 2025.
As always, they include been working closely with the host city of Asbury Park to ensure the safety of all participants.
It is the largest and oldest LGBTQ Pride Celebration in the Garden State, with attendance exceeding 20,000 under normal circumstances.
The parade, passing through the center of the host capital and shore destination Asbury Park, has grown throughout the years.
Floats, decorated vehicles, marching bands, and enthusiastic marchers are cheered on by spectators who line the parade route.
Website:
jerseypride.org
A Guide to Celebrating Pride Month at the Jersey Shore
Pride Month, celebrated in June, honors the LGBTQ+ community. The Jersey Shore is home to many organizations that aim to provide assist and a secure haven for Homosexual individuals. Alongside miniature businesses at the Jersey Shore, such organizations are hosting parades, festivals, and themed nights in beloved oceanside towns to celebrate the LGBTQ+ members of the Garden State. Keep reading to learn more about how to observe Pride at the Jersey Shore.
Atlantic Municipality Pride Bar Crawl | Atlantic Urban area, New Jersey
The Atlantic City Pride Block Crawl is on June 21st. The bar crawl takes place from 4PM until 10PM. As of this writing, the AC Self-acceptance Bar Crawl includes access to four venues, two to three drinks or shots, food/drink specials, and access to a photographer/videographer. Pub Crawls asks participants to check in between 4PM and 8PM at the location listed on the ticket to receive a wristband, which will provide access to the bars selected for the crawl.
Atlantic County Pride in the Park | 109 NJ-50, Mays Landing
The Atlantic County Parade in the Park is at War Memorial Park in Mays Landing. The event takes place on June