Celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ+ community of Berks County since 2006.

Reading Pride is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting the LGBTQ+ community and allies in Berks County. While we are best known for Berks Pride Fest—the oldest and largest Pride festival in the region—our work happens year-round through programs that promote visibility, connection, and support. Everything we do is made possible by the dedication and generosity of our community.

News & Announcements

Newsletter

Part of our website refresh is a brand new mailing list. Be sure to sign up here if you're not receiving it yet!

Berks Pride Fest 2026

Pride Fest is now live! Check it out here.

Volunteering

Our next major overhaul is our volunteer program. Until that is ready, if you're interested in volunteering, either contact us or reach out to Kara.

Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Center is leading a coalition of LGBTQIA+ organizations across the state collecting data for the 2026 Pennsylvania LGBTQIA+ Health Survey.

The initiative is to promote a better understanding of the unique experiences of members throughout the LGBTQIA+ community across Pennsylvania, by encouraging participation from underrepresented parts of our community including LGBTQIA+ youth, older adults, people of color, Spanish-speaking community members, members of rural communities, and transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.

The survey is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and the data collected can be used by the community to support advocacy and research efforts, such as applying for grants and informing programs to align for the LGBTQIA+ community.

📝 Let Pennsylvanian LGBTQIA+ voices be heard. Take the survey now: bit.ly/2026lgbt (La encuesta también está disponible en español!)

Founded in 2006, Reading Pride has spent nearly two decades creating inclusive spaces where LGBTQ+ people can gather, be seen, and feel affirmed. As we reach our 20th anniversary in 2026, we reflect on a legacy rooted in community-building, advocacy, and celebration—while continuing to look ahead to the evolving needs of our community.

Our work extends far beyond a single event. In addition to Berks Pride Fest, we offer year-round programming that encourages creative expression, mutual support, and public visibility. This includes our annual LGBTQ+ Art Show highlighting local artists, peer connection groups that foster shared understanding and belonging, and visibility initiatives such as flag raisings and community tabling events throughout Berks County.

At the heart of Reading Pride is a belief that strong, connected communities change lives. Guided by our mission, vision, and core values, we remain committed to building a more inclusive and affirming future—and we invite you to be part of that work.