Pride Rides

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Join us for our fifth annual Pride Rides event, celebrating Portland's LGBTQ+ community! Pride Rides features discounted rides, limited-edition treats, community performers, a vendor fair of LGBTQ+ owned/operated businesses, themed prizes at the midway games, free cake and balloons, and special-edition Pride Skate in the rink after the rides close for the day!

  • Rides, Mini Golf, and Games: 12-7 PM
  • Pride Skate: 7-9:30 PM

Save 30% when you purchase Ride Wristbands online using the coupon code PRIDE26. Offer valid only for online purchases.

TICKETS

New for 2026: Discount offer includes Wristband + Skating tickets! Skating tickets valid at either the 1-5 PM Open Skate or the 7 PM Pride Skate! Looking to just skate, no rides? Get Pride Skate tickets for $13 each.

 


Original Practice Shakespear Festival


Papa Balloon All-Ages Drag Show

Performers & Activities

Coloring Pages, Scratch Art, and Temporary Tattoos!
12-4 PM on the Midway

Make a rainbow scratch art bookmark keepsake, put your artistic skills to use at the coloring station, and show off your pride with a FREE temporary tattoo! Available while supplies last.



Special Treats
12-7 PM @ The Concession Stands

Visit Sugar Rush during the event for special goodies that are only available during the event!



Cake and Rainbow Balloons
2-2:30 PM @ The Historic Blue Streak Building

Enjoy a free slice of cake and fill the midway with a rainbow of colorful balloons (while supplies last). Cake and balloons are generously handed out by volunteers from the Oaks Park Skating Club.



Visit Chipper the Squirrel

Make sure you have your camera ready at cake time to snap a photo with everyone's favorite fluffy-tailed mascot, Chipper the Squirrel!



Twelfth Night
3-4:30 PM @ The Dance Pavilion

The Original Practice Shakespeare Festival is performing a special abridged version of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night at this year's Pride Rides! Join them in the beautiful air-conditioned Dance Pavilion for a completely FREE and unique theater experience!

MEET OPSF



Papa Balloon All-Ages Drag Show
Performance Time Coming Soon

The party is here with colorful characters singing, dancing, and entertaining fans of all ages on the midway!

Performer lineup and schedules are subject to change without notice.

Vendor Fair

Visit our curated vendors on the midway to support LGBTQ-owned and operated businesses and community support organizations!

We are queer and we make things for other queer people, including upcycled apparel and accessories, hand-dyed, hand-painted, and screen printed with original handmade art, no AI. We're size inclusive and affordable.

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Accordinglycrafty creates one-of-a-kind handmade resin and mixed media art inspired by the spooky, whimsical, and unexpected. From signature ghosts and decorated skulls to insect art, crystals, and unique home décor, every piece is handcrafted and original. We love creating conversation-starting artwork that celebrates creativity, individuality, and a little bit of misfit magic.

ETSY STORE

Amanda Stern Photography LLC - I specialize in both classic and creative portraiture for couples, students, families, pets, athletes and businesses. I love capturing meaningful events such as weddings and elopements, and I have a timeless editing style that prints beautifully on all mediums. I also sell fine-art prints and run interactive pop-up photo booths at festivals and community events.

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Galactic Goodies is serving up sweet chaos, colorful vibes, and treats that are totally out of this world! 👽🌈 We specialize in freeze-dried candy, novelty sweets, sensory toys, and fun goodies guaranteed to make you smile. Whether you’re here for the sugar rush, the nostalgia, or just the good vibes, we’ve got something for everyone. Come celebrate, snack boldly, and embrace your weird—we sure do!

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Kinship House’s mission is to provide therapy and advocacy for children experiencing foster care and adoption. We support them as they work through trauma, connect with safe adults, and build stable futures.

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Michelle (they/she) is a queer Mexican-American artist whose passion is making things that make you smile or smirk.

From pronoun buttons and cozy beanies to adorable crocheted plushies and punny stickers, there is a whole rainbow of items to explore!

ETSY STORE
 

Participating vendors are subject to change without notice. Vendor spaces are still available: APPLY NOW! Join our lineup of carefully curated exhibitors to showcase your LGBTQ+ owned or operated business. Vendors spaces are free!

Official Unveiling

Something delightfully unexpected has happened on the Zoooooom Coaster. What was once a simple ride through the park has been completely transformed into The Burrow Express, a whimsical new adventure created in partnership with beloved local artist Mike Bennett. Featuring all-new theming and charming characters, this reimagined family coaster invites guests to discover a hidden world bustling beneath Oaks Park.

The story begins when a colony of local critters—clever moles, energetic bunnies, and their furry friends—decide to take over the coaster and convert it into the fastest subway system in town. Deep below the midway, these resourceful residents have connected their underground burrows with a network of tunnels and stations, making it easier than ever to travel between neighborhoods. There's just one problem. The Burrow Express's regular driver has called in sick.

Stepping in behind the controls is his wildly enthusiastic nephew, a rabbit with far more confidence than experience. Determined to keep the trains running on schedule, the young bunny has taken the wheel for the day, and every stop along the route turns into an unexpected adventure. Riders never know exactly what they'll encounter around the next bend as they zip through the critters' bustling underground world.

The official debut of The Burrow Express takes place on Sunday, June 28, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM during Oaks Park's annual Pride Rides celebration. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Zoooooom Coaster or experiencing it for the very first time, The Burrow Express offers a fresh new journey filled with imagination, humor, and hometown charm. Grab your ticket, mind the gap, and hop aboard..

MEET THE ARTIST

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