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Whether you're wondering what to bring, how to get involved, where to park, or if there’ll be vegan food (yes!), this is your go-to guide for all things South LA Pride. We’ve rounded up the need-to-know info to keep you ready, set, and fabulous.

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do’s & don’ts

South LA Pride is all love, all community, and all vibes—but let’s keep it cute and respectful. Here are a few quick Do’s and Don’ts so you know how to move when you step onto the field. It’s still giving. Don’t mess it up.

DO: Come Ready to Celebrate
This is your Pride. Show up, show out, and be unapologetically you.
DO: Bring the Whole Fam
South LA Pride is for everybody. Aunties, kids, cousins, chosen fam—pull up.
DO: Picnic Like a Pro
Blanket? Check. Snacks? Check. Shade? If you know, you know. Be prepared to spread out and chill.
DO: Try Something New
Yoga? Softball? Flag football? Kiki Ball? Live music? Be open, be free, and maybe even get a lil sweaty.
DO: Try Something New
Yoga? Softball? Kiki Ball? Live music? Be open, be free, and maybe even get a lil sweaty.
DO: EAT LIKE YOU MEAN IT
This ain’t the time for bird bites. Try something new, get that second plate, and support these South LA food vendors putting their whole soul into every dish.
DO: PULL UP SMART
Take Metro, hop in a Lyft, Uber with your crew—whatever keeps you from circling the lot like it’s the Club on a Friday night. Parking’s limited. Your patience shouldn’t be.
DO: PARK LIKE A PRO
Using the lot? Enter from La Brea Ave NORTHBOUND only to access parking off Exposition. Don’t be that person doing illegal U-turns. The ancestors are watching.
DO: BRING YOUR GOOD BOY (OR GIRL)
Dogs are welcome—as long as they’re friendly and their humans clean up immediately after them. No aggressive behavior, no landmines left behind. Be a responsible dog parent, not that dog parent.
DON’T: Forget to Hydrate
It’s South LA in August. We love a good sweat—but not from heatstroke. Drink water, babe.
DON’T: Bring Bad Vibes
We don’t do hate, harassment, or homophobia here. Take that somewhere else. Or don’t.
DON’T: Trash the Community
We’re guests in this park. Respect the space. Throw your stuff in the damn trash.
DON’T: Trip About Parking
Yes, there’s on-site parking. But it’s limited. Carpool, rideshare, bike, walk, teleport—whatever works.
DON’T: STEAL THE VIBE
The picnic mats and blankets are decor, not party favors. Don’t get cute and try to take one home—we will notice.
DON’T: STEAL THE VIBE
The picnic mats and blankets are decor, not party favors. Don’t get cute and try to take one home—we will notice.
DON’T: STAB THE LAWN
No stakes, no holes, no tent surgery on the grass. If you’re setting up shade, use weights or sandbags. The lawn didn’t do anything to you.

most asked questions

South LA Pride is FREE to attend making it accessible to everyone in our community. There will be a vendor marketplace and food trucks for purchases.
South LA Pride will take place at the Michelle & Barack Obama Sports Complex in Baldwin Hills.
The address is 5001 Obama Blvd.
There is free parking in the adjacent parking lots and along Obama Blvd.
We recommend you use the lot off of Exposition Blvd.
There is free parking in the adjacent parking lots and along Obama Blvd.
We recommend you use the lot off of Exposition Blvd.
Skip the hassle of driving by taking the Metro! Here’s how:
1. Take the Metro E line to the Farmdale or the Metro A line to Jefferson/Farmdale.
2. From the station, it’s just a short walk to the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex.
In addition, Metro's 212 and 105 lines both have convenient easy access to to the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex.
Metro makes it easy, affordable, and eco-friendly to join in the celebration. Let’s make this year’s South LA Pride the best one yet!
Use Metro's Trip Planner here.
We sure are. Bring the kids, bring the elders. We are one big family.
- Dog defecation is to be immediately removed by owner.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times in the parking area.
- All dogs must be spayed or neutered.
- Aggressive dogs are not allowed in the park. Dogs exhibiting unusually aggressive behaviour are to be removed from the park immediately.
- In the event of dog bite or injury owner/guardian must exchange current tag information and phone number.
- Dogs must not be unattended. Any dogs left unattended will be taken to the shelter.
- All dogs over the age of four months shall be fully vaccinated and licensed.
- All dogs must wear collars and tags.
- Dogs with communicable diseases are not allowed on park premises at any time.
- Female dogs in any stage of heat are not permitted in the park. (LAMC 53)
There is no smoking or vaping in or on park grounds, including parking lots. (LAMC 57.23)
Alcohol is prohibited. (LAMC 12.24)
Besides yourself, family, and friends, feel free to bring your favorite chair, blanket, a picnic basket. There is no cooking in the park, but we will have food trucks with food for sale.
We highly suggest using sunscreen, wearing a hat and sunglasses.
There is no cooking allowed in the park.