YOU’RE INVITED!

TO SAY IT LOUD! BIPOC* PRIDE 2025

In Our Own Voices, Inc. is celebrating Pride in June with a month full of events and activities centered around the lives, experiences, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ Communities of Color in New York’s Capital Region (and beyond).

Join us for an empowering event where our communities can imagine what is possible, work in solidarity, and “Say it Loud!”

*Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color

See All of Our Pride Month Events
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SAY IT LOUD! BIPOC* PRIDE 2025 IS ON SATURDAY, JUNE 7th 12pm - 5pm @ WASHINGTON PARK | ALBANY, NY
Vendor Opportunities
Partnership Opportunities
2024 PERFORMER HIGHLIGHTS (2025 announcements coming soon)
INIKO

HEADLINER SPOTLIGHT

Expressive and existentially curious, singer/songwriter Iniko makes music for soul searchers. The Brooklyn native fuses sinewy vocals, the musicality of a multi-instrumentalist, and an adventurous imagination to tackle anxiety, damaged romance, and philosophy with warmth and whimsy. In the process, Iniko (they/ them) has generated an inimitable brand of cosmic soul—and a growing fan base that includes 4 million TikTok followers. The artist has continued doing so with “The King’s Affirmation,” and then their rebellious 2023 single “Jericho” which pulsates with the electricity of a star coming into their own.

With a new project on the way, Iniko looks to use their music as a mirror for them and the rest of the world. “My new music’s not just about who I am. It’s about who we all are and who we would like to be,” they share. “Right now, where I am is the freest I’ve ever felt.”

ZARRIA DAVENPORT (she/her)
IN OUR OWN VOICES 2023-2024 AMBASSADOR

DJ JEMINII (he/him)
IN OUR OWN VOICES 2024 BIPOC PRIDE DJ

TAZ DA REALIST (he/him)

THEE GANGSTA QUEEN (he/him)

ULTRAVIOLET (she/her)

ISAIAH “ZAY” CASPER (he/him)

LONDON JAE PRECISE (she/her)

HARLEY FOXX (they/she)

LALA MYAIRA (she/her)

HALLISON SODRÉ (he/him)

THE HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
BECOME A VENDOR

For organizations serving LGBTQIA+ communities:

Grab a table and help us link attendees to inclusive, sensitive, and affirming resources by registering for this year’s Health and Wellness Expo! To join us as a vendor, please download the fillable PDF below and email a completed copy to pride@inourownvoices.org by May 15th.

Join the Expo
A BIG GAY MARKET

For small businesses and makers:

Say it Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024 is proud to partner with A Big Gay Market– a healing space for marginalized makers and consumers. Grab your spot in the pop-up market by clicking below.

Join the Pop-Up
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT, OFFICIALLY

Join our growing list 2025 BIPOC Pride Partners! Not only does this event celebrate our community’s strength, resilience, and contributions, it also provides linkages to vital resources and health screenings.

Your partnership helps us create an inclusive space and present a powerful event. To learn more and become an official BIPOC Pride 2025 partner, please download the Partnership Booklet below and return it to In Our Own Voices by May 1, 2025.

Download the BIPOC* Partnership Booklet
2024 Schedule of Events (2025 coming soon)

PRIDE Kick-Off BBQ


Date: Friday, May 31, 2024

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm


Cost: Free


Location: Albany City Parking Lot #2
Next to Waterworks Pub
76 Central Ave, Albany


The Pride Center of the Capital Region, In Our Own Voices, and the City of Albany invite you to kick Pride Month off right with our Kick-Off BBQ and Lot Party. Enjoy a fun, casual evening with music, complimentary food, drag performances, and chances to win fun prizes. Meet up with friends, new and old, as the community kicks off the 2024 PRIDE season!


Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024


Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024

Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm


Cost: Free


Location: Washington Park, Albany


BIPOC Pride is our way of recognizing the contributions, resilience, and struggles of LGBTQIA + BIPOC in the Capital Region through music, food, entertainment, and more. The event features performances from local and national artists, a health & wellness expo with free resources, kids’ corner, and more… ALL ARE WELCOME!


RuPaul’s Honey Davenport Live! @ Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024 — The Official After Party


Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024

Time: 10:00 pm - 4:00 am


Cost: Free, 18+


Location: Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave, Albany


A Waterworks Pub and In Our Own Voices Event! Honey Davenport from RuPaul’s Drag Race S11 will be live at Waterworks Pub for the Official BIPOC Pride After-Party. Enjoy a night of music and dancing at Waterworks Pub with Honey, DJ Hasan and DJ Jeminii, and Albany’s best talent. (18+ to enter, 21+ to drink.)


Planetary Pride: An Out-of-this-World Substance-Free Event


Date: Friday, June 14, 2024

Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm


Cost: Free, 18+


Location: Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady


Show up in your best interstellar style for Planetary Pride! Join us for a substance-free evening of great food, interactive exhibits, and a planetarium show. No alcohol, drugs, or illegal substances permitted!


Johnnie’s on Broadway: Pride Night


Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm


Cost: Free, 18+


Location: Johnnie’s on Broadway, 1278 Broadway, Albany


Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ BIPOC community through Pride Night, featuring guest bartender Tandra LaGrone, CEO of In Our Own Voices! All proceeds benefit the new In Our Own Voices, Inc. LGBTQIA+ Center.


Elements House Ball


Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Time: 8:00 pm - 12:00 am


Cost: Free, 18+


Location: Albany Capital Center; 55 Eagle St, Albany


And the category is… the Elements! Join us as the forces of nature — water, earth, fire, air, and more — battle it out with a night of vogue, self-expression, and music. Categories include vogue, realness, best dressed spectator, and more. Come to walk the runway, or simply enjoy the show! Show up early for free and confidential HIV/HCV testing by IOOV from 6:30PM – 8:00PM.

Show starts at 8:00PM


Volunteers

ALL HANDS ON DECK!

BIPOC Pride would not be possible without the volunteers who lend their time and talents to this work.

Consider volunteering at one of the many events we have scheduled throughout the month of June!

If you are interested, please fill out the form below as soon as possible and we’ll get in touch to confirm your volunteer position. For any questions please contact Vanessa at vgonzalez@inourownvoices.org or call 518-432-4188.

Become a Volunteer
Contact Us

Questions? Concerns? Compliments? Reach out to our Special Events Coordinator, Alisya Reza at areza@inourownvoices.org or call (518) 432-4188.

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