TO SAY IT LOUD! BIPOC* PRIDE 2024
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
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SAY IT LOUD! BIPOC* PRIDE 2024 IS ON SATURDAY, JUNE 8TH 12PM-5PM @ WASHINGTON PARK | ALBANY, NY
PERFORMER HIGHLIGHTS
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.
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.
BIPOC Pride 2023 Event Photography by Andrew Elder, Best Fame Forward
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT, OFFICIALLY
Join our growing list 2024 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 2024 partner, please download the Partnership Booklet below and return it to In Our Own Voices by May 1, 2024.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, May 31
PRIDE Kick-Off BBQ
5:00PM – 8:30PM
Albany City Parking Lot #2 – Next to Waterworks Pub
76 Central Ave, Albany
Cost: Free
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!
Saturday, June 8
Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024
12:00PM – 5:00PM
Washington Park, Albany
Cost: Free
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!
Saturday, June 8
RuPaul’s Honey Davenport Live! @ Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024 — The Official After Party
10:00PM – 4:00AM
Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.)
Tuesday, June 18
Johnnie’s on Broadway: Pride Night
7:00PM – 11:00PM
Johnnie’s on Broadway, 1278 Broadway, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.
Saturday, July 27
Elements House Ball
8:00PM – 12:00AM (Show starts at 8)
Albany Capital Center; 55 Eagle St, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.
Friday, June 14
Planetary Pride: An Out-of-this-World Substance-Free Event
6:00PM – 9:00PM
Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady
Cost: Free, 18+
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!
Friday, July 5 and Monday July 22
Road to Elements Ball: Ballroom 101 Vogue Workshop
6:00PM – 8:00PM (Friday) and 5:00PM – 7:00PM (Monday)
247 Lark Street (Next to IOOV main office), Albany
Cost: Free
Join IOOV, Marine “Buttercup Vera Wang” Taveras, and the House of RahKen to learn all about the Ballroom and Kiki scene! In this two-part workshop, learn the basics of vogue and walk away with the confidence, skills, and FREE effects to walk the runway at the Elements House Ball. No experience necessary – beginners welcome!
See what else is in store
THE 2024 BIPOC PRIDE GUIDE
Friday, May 31
PRIDE Kick-Off BBQ
5:00PM – 8:30PM
Albany City Parking Lot #2 – Next to Waterworks Pub
76 Central Ave, Albany
Cost: Free
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!
Saturday, June 8
Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024
12:00PM – 5:00PM
Washington Park, Albany
Cost: Free
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!
Saturday, June 8
RuPaul’s Honey Davenport Live! @ Say It Loud! BIPOC Pride 2024 — The Official After Party
10:00PM – 4:00AM
Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.)
Friday, June 14
Planetary Pride: An Out-of-this-World Substance-Free Event
6:00PM – 9:00PM
Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Museum Drive, Schenectady
Cost: Free, 18+
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!
Tuesday, June 18
Johnnie’s on Broadway: Pride Night
7:00PM – 11:00PM
Johnnie’s on Broadway, 1278 Broadway, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.
Friday, July 5 and Monday July 22
Road to Elements Ball: Ballroom 101 Vogue Workshop
6:00PM – 8:00PM (Friday) and 5:00PM – 7:00PM (Monday)
247 Lark Street (Next to IOOV main office), Albany
Cost: Free
Join IOOV, Marine “Buttercup Vera Wang” Taveras, and the House of RahKen to learn all about the Ballroom and Kiki scene! In this two-part workshop, learn the basics of vogue and walk away with the confidence, skills, and FREE effects to walk the runway at the Elements House Ball. No experience necessary – beginners welcome!
Saturday, July 27
Elements House Ball
8:00PM – 12:00AM (Show starts at 8)
Albany Capital Center; 55 Eagle St, Albany
Cost: Free, 18+
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.
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.
CONTACT US
Questions? Concerns? Compliments? Reach out to our Special Events Coordinator, Alisya Reza at areza@inourownvoices.org or call (518) 432-4188.