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Arlington Pride will return in 2027, organizers say
By Chris Moss at Fort Worth Report
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
After a year without Tarrant County’s largest LGBTQ+ celebration, Arlington Pride will return in 2027, organizers announced Tuesday morning. DeeJay Johannessen, CEO of the HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health, said the most recent local election outcomes showed the public wants politicians who are supporti
Key takeaway Johannessen said the event will be scheduled for June 12 at the Levitt Pavilion, where it was previously held for two years before the 2026 cancellation.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The return of Arlington Pride in 2027 is a significant development for the LGBTQ+ community in Tarrant County, and its impact will be felt beyond Arlington's city limits. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth 's own efforts to promote inclusivity will likely be informed by Arlington's experience. The fact that Arlington's city leaders are now willing to engage in discussions about LGBTQ+ protections suggests a shift in the local political landscape. This shift may have implications for other cities in the metroplex, including Fort Worth, where the Fort Worth ISD and other institutions have been working to create more welcoming environments for LGBTQ+ individuals. The scheduling of Arlington Pride at the Levitt Pavilion, a popular venue that has hosted the event in the past, also highlights the importance of public spaces in promoting community and inclusivity, a theme that resonates with Fort Worth's own efforts to revitalize its public spaces, such as Sundance Square.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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What is this story about? After a year without Tarrant County’s largest LGBTQ+ celebration, Arlington Pride will return in 2027, organizers announced Tuesday morning. DeeJay Johannessen, CEO of the HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health, said the most recent local election outcomes showed the public wants politicians who are supporti
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