What Is Pagan Pride Day?

To advance education about our religion and work toward the elimination of prejudice and discrimination based on religious beliefs, specifically those defined as “Pagan,” a group of like-mind in 1998 organized the first official Pagan Pride Day (an IRS 501(c)(3) charity). Since that time, the communities organizing annual events have grown worldwide. Admission is always free. Throughout the day, the public can watch the performance of rituals from different traditions; they can participate in various workshops and they can enjoy the entertainment provided. Not only is Pagan Pride Day an event to celebrate our spiritual community, an additional purpose is to establish a learning environment for the greater community.

Pagan Pride Day is held around the Fall Equinox in honor of the various Thanksgiving holidays common to most Pagan traditions. As a part of the Thanksgiving spirit and to show support and care for the social needs in our cities and towns, we always sponsor a food and goods drive to benefit a local food bank, charity and/or shelter.