Like the rhythmic pulse of jazz that flows through New Orleans' streets, the work of the Bridgeport Pride Center never stops. Your support helps us provide:

Safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth to discover their authentic selves
Resources and support for families navigating their own colorful journeys
Community programming that builds bridges and breaks down barriers
Advocacy efforts that ensure every voice in our spectrum is heard

This isn't just a gala – it's a celebration of how far we've come and a rally cry for how far we'll go together. Come as you are, in whatever colors make you feel most alive. Whether you're wearing literal beads and feathers or simply carrying the pride in your heart, you belong in our carnival.

Let the good times roll – but let them roll with purpose. Join us for an evening where every laugh shared, every connection made, and every dollar raised helps paint our community in broader, brighter, more beautiful strokes.

Together, we are the Carnival of Colors. Together, we create the change.

Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler!

Marcus A. Brown

Executive Director

Bridgeport Pride Center Annual Gala

Carnival of Colors

Team Members