ST. LOUIS – Pride STL has announced Thursday that its annual PrideFest event will be ticketed for the first time in its 45-year history. In addition to the announcement, the organization shared its headliners for the upcoming festival, featuring Grammy-nominated artist Jordin Sparks, David Archuleta, and more.
PrideFest is set to take place on Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, June 29. The organization made the change to its first ticketed event after facing a $150,000 funding gap due to sponsors reducing their contributions or withdrawing entirely. Tickets to the festival, which will be priced at $10, will grant admission to both days of the festival. Tickets are set to go on sale for the event on June 2.
The decision to implement a ticketed admission model was made by the Pride STL Board of Directors to ensure reliable funding, allowing the organization to maintain Pride Fest and continue year-round initiatives. Despite the ticketing change, the Grand Pride Parade will remain free and open to the public, preserving its accessibility to all attendees.
In addition to the ticket announcement, Pride STL shared the headliners for the upcoming festival, featuring singer Jordin Sparks, singer David Archuleta, rapper Flyana Boss, and singer Madison Rose.
Jordin Sparks, a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum artist, gained fame as the youngest winner of American Idol in 2007 at the age of 17. Sparks will be performing alongside rapper Flyana Boss on June 28. The following day, June 29, will feature performances from Madison Rose and David Archuleta, who is also an American Idol alum.
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