Watsonville Film Festival and Pajaro Valley Pride Presents:

HUMMINGBIRDS

In Laredo, a city in southern Texas on the Mexican border, best friends Silvia and Beba know that the long summer nights of their youth cannot last forever. Their hang-out spots are so familiar but, stuck in an immigration process over which deportation hangs as a constant possibility, home still seems a fragile concept. Between bars, drive-thrus, friends' couches and the borderlands, they confront the stresses of survival, the future, and community building. For them, this means protest action for legal abortion and against border control abuses, in a politically divided America. But the dusty half-light is also a time for poetry and dreams. Their laughter and creative expression cement a sense of solidarity and belonging in togetherness.

Check out the movie trailer here: https://youtu.be/LXgvNMKZ-l0?feature=shared

When: August 22, 6pm

Where: CineLux Green Valley Cinemas, 1125 Green Valley Rd. Watsonville

Buy tickets now at www.greenvalleycinelux.com

Join us for the 9th Annual Pajaro Valley Pride Celebration!!

Embrace Your Colors in the Rainbow

Join us for a fun-filled day that begins with a march!

Informational and small artist booths!

20+ performances on stage ranging from burlesque to drag to dancing!

Drag Story Time on the front lawn!

Yummy Food!

We hope you’re able to join us!

When: August 18th, 11am-4pm

Where: YWCA, 340 E. Beach St. Watsonville, CA

For more info: https://pajarovalleypride.org/info2024

Join us for PRIDE SKATE NIGHT!

Where: Santa Cruz Roller Palladium

When: August 15th, 6-8pm

$20 entry

Are you ready for some BRUNCH?!

Come enjoy a special brunch menu, micheladas and boozy slushies while watching a drag show full of amazing performances!!

Hosted by Trashy

Music by DJ Nola Cruz

When: July 14th at 12pm

Where: Fruition Brewing, 918 E. Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA

$15 Suggested donation

All proceeds go to the Pajaro Valley Pride Scholarship Fund

Pride 2024 is Saturday, June 29th!

We’re here, we're queer, and we will never disappear.

The Parade will begin at 11:00am on Polk Street and will continue on toward Pearl Street, and down Alvarado Street. It will culminate at Custom House Plaza for the Celebration portion at 12:00pm. Bring the whole family to shop and eat from a variety of local vendors and enjoy a lineup of queer entertainers.

For more info: https://www.peninsulapride.org/2024

Save the Date: 2024 Santa Cruz Pride Parade and Festival

• Sunday, June 2, 2024

• 11:00 AM 4:00 PM

• Santa Cruz Pride1017 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz, CA

For more info: https://santacruzpride.org/new-events-1/2024/6/2/save-the-date-2024-santa-cruz-pride-parade

Santa Cruz Pride is bringing the Carnival to shore with a touch of strength and wonder!
Step into Queerlantis, A Sea Oddity Carnival Extravaganza and experience the enchantment!

Experience the magical fusion of carnival delights and sea wonders as Queerlantis comes to life!

Get ready for an extraordinary event at the iconic Cocoanut Grove in Santa Cruz to kick off Pride weekend! Secure your tickets today, and follow IG @queerlantis for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and updates.

Hosted by the enigmatic Ring Leader Rogue Roulette and featuring beats by the talented DJ Ayumiplease, alongside a line of sea oddities ready to blow you out of the water!

For more info and to buy tickets: https://santacruzpride.org/queerlantis

💦💖SUEÑOS MOJADOS AKA WET DREAMS 💦💖

On Friday, May 31st at The Blue Lagoon

💖Doors open @ 9:15pm, show @ 10pm

💖Tickets are available at the Eventbrite link below.

Tickets

Featuring an fabulous cast of local performers:
✨beats by @themothership.connection

✨ @jairo.delight
✨ @xinistra_
✨ @miss.monsterra
✨ @sylviawrathburlesque
✨ @valerieejoy
✨ @_strawberry.lime_
✨ @thegallogallina
✨ @laangelbabyy

Drag Story Time Santa Cruz, Pajaro Valley Pride and Coffeeville bring you

Drag Story Time featuring the one and only Xinistra Gl’Amour!!

When: May 18th, 12:30-2pm

Where: Coffeeville, 948 East Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA

WELCOME TO THE KINGDOM

Get ready for a Drag King Takeover!

Who will be crowned?!

There’s only one way to find out, SHOW UP!

When: April 28th at 2pm

Where: Fruition Brewing - 918 E. Lake Ave, Watsonville

Enjoy not only one, but TWO performances from each performer!

Lineup:

Xinistra

Beefcake

Trashy

Papi Churro

Joe Blow

** $10 suggested donation **

Join us for a night of playing games, winning prizes and creating community!

Where: Santa Cruz Cider Co - 65 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA

When: April 18th, 5:30-7:30pm

SC Cider Co will be donating 10% of sales to PVP!

Come sing your heart out and hang out with friends!

Where: Fruition Brewing - 918 East Lake Ave, Watsonville

When: April 4th, 6:30-8:30pm

Drag Story Time Santa Cruz County Presents a Bilingual Holiday Dragstravaganza!

Bring the kiddos and join us for Drag Story Time with Ice Queens Xinistra Gl’Amour and Gallo Gallina

with a special appearance by Little Miss Caffeine!

Stories, Snacks, Crafts & Community! What more could you ask for?

Hope we see you there!

When: December 16th, 2-4pm

Where: Raíces y Cariño - 1205 Freedom Blvd Unit 3B, Watsonville

Brought to you by Childish Toy Shop, Motion Pacific Dance, Raíces y Cariño, Pajaro Valley Pride, Pacific Cookie Co, TransFamilies, Rainbow Defense Coalition, Bookshop Santa Cruz and Alianza QSA.

Join us as we honor the lives of our departed trans community & uplift the living through art and community gathering.

November 19th, 3-6pm

Fruition Brewing - 918 East Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA

(will take place inside)

Haus of Gl'Amour Presents: The Haus of Glam & Whorrer Variety Show

Get ready for an electrifying event that will leave you on the edge of your seat!

Join us on Sat, Nov 18th at 8:30 PM as we bring together the best of glamour and horror with thrilling live performances.

This show will feature performances by drag artists, burlesque dancers, and unorthodox performances in none other than a church where the only religion is freedom of expression for all who attend!

Prepare to witness jaw-dropping acts and heart-stopping performances that will leave you screaming for more! This event promises to be an unforgettable experience, filled with excitement and surprises at every turn. Whether you're a fan of the drag scene or a horror enthusiast, this show has something for everyone.

Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind extravaganza that will keep you at the edge of your seat from start to finish!

21+

$25 presale | $30 at the door

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR SO BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!

100% of the proceeds will benefit Pajaro Valley Pride.

RAISING ZOEY

Directed by Dante Alencastre

When: Thursday, November 16 6-8pm

Where: Cabrillo College Watsonville Campus Auditorium

Join us for a documentary about a transgender Latina teenager who is a young trans rights activist growing up in Los Angeles. The 60 min. film will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.

This is event is organized by Pajaro Valley Pride with the following co-sponsors: Cabrillo Student Health Services, Rainbow Defense Coalition of Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley, TransFamilies, The Diversity Center, Watsonville Film Festival, Santa Cruz Public Libraries and SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice) Santa Cruz County

Welcome to the Halloween Drag Show!

Get ready for a spooktacular evening filled with fabulous performances and mesmerizing costumes. Join us on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Fruition Brewing in Watsonville for an unforgettable night of entertainment.

Our talented drag performers will be showcasing their skills and creativity, bringing you a night of jaw-dropping transformations. Prepare to be amazed as they bring your favorite characters to life with a twist!

Come dressed in costume or bring your pet in costume for a chance to win a prize!

Whether you're a seasoned drag enthusiast or new to the scene, this event promises to be a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone. So grab your friends, put on your best costume, and come celebrate Halloween with us!

See you there!

When: October 28th 4pm

Where: Fruition Brewing in Watsonville

Featuring jaw dropping performances by:

Xinistra Gl’Amour

La Angel Baby Gl’Amour

Gallo Gallina

Minx Thrasher

Val Seline

Music by DJ Atmos

$10-$20 suggested donation

Proceeds will benefit Pajaro Valley Pride

DIVAS AT THE AIRPORT
- A HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR 👻 🎃
• Location : @ellasattheairport
• Date: 10/27/2023
• Time: 7pm - 10pm
• After hours: 10pm - 11pm
(Buzzin Karaoke🎤 🍻 21+)
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Super excited to announce
“Divas At the Airport” ✈️ 💄 💋
🌟A Fierce live Drag Queen Extravaganza 🌟
( Think Drag Brunch but at Night ) 🪩 ✨
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Come Eat, Drink ( Full Bar 21+ ), Enjoy music with a live DJ, and of course A Drag Show through out the course of your meal.
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Plus a After hours special
“Buzz’n Karaoke” 🍺 🎤 🎶
from 10pm to 11pm hosted by the Cast of
“Divas At the Airport”✈️💄
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🌟3 Fierce Divas🌟
🌟@laangelbabyy
🌟@xinistra_
🌟@gallo_gallina_
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Dj : @djatmos1 🎶
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also…..
“🎃 COSTUME CONTEST 🎃“
for those of you who are in the Halloween spirit come dressed up and enter the contest for a chance to win a few prizes during the Show! 👏🏽👏🏽
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Seriously going to be a event unlike any other we have had in the past super excited to see you all there and hope you’re all able to make it 👻🎃💕!

Join us for The 8th Annual Pajaro Valley Pride Celebration!

This year our theme is “Don’t Be a Drag, Just Be a Queen.”

We’ve chosen to honor and uplift our drag community in a time when they are constantly being attacked.

We’ve got a full day of drag performances, drag story time, booths, interactive spaces and delicious food planned for you all.

Hope to see you there!!!

Are you a drag baby that needs a stage to show the community what you've got? Sign up for open call!
https://pajarovalleypride.org/drag-open-call

Interested in volunteering? https://pajarovalleypride.org/volunteer2023

PAJARO VALLEY PRIDE WEEKEND KICK OFF PARTY

NOT YOUR PROUD MAMA'S PRIDE WEEKEND PARTY! MIND BLOWING DRAG PERFORMANCES, THE SEXIEST DANCERS, PLUS MUSIC BY THE ONE AND ONLY DJ ATMOS.

Where: Franco’s Norma Jean Nightclub - 10639 Merritt Street Castroville, CA 95012

When: 8/18 at 9pm

$15

21+

Get tickets by clicking the button below.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Pajaro Valley Pride.

Join us this MONDAY, AUGUST 14, 2023 from 1:00pm - 7:00pm.

TBH located at 1044 East Lake Ave, Watsonville

This is the first PRIDE Event on the Pajaro Valley Pride week of events!

The candle classes will be hosted at TBH 🫶 Featuring:
🌈 Make Your Own Soy Candles (ages 8+)
🌈 Classes are $25.00, we are waiving the per person fee for this event only (Limited spots are available)
🌈 Choose Your Own Fragrance
🌈 Special Event Candle Label!
🌈 Take some selfies in our rainbow decorated space 🫶
🌈 The Best Pride Tunes on Blast!
🌈 Mingle & Meet Amazing People
🌈 Shop! Shop! Shop Candles, Makers & Cute Vintage Clothes! We are donating 10% of our retail sales to Pajaro Valley Pride (so many cute clothes, accessories, shoes, jackets, shirts, pants, skirts, shorts, dresses, candles, jewelry & more!)

We can't wait to meet you! You will be amongst old friends & new friends, all are welcome!

Pajaro Valley Pride Board Members will be in store from 4-7pm

Get your sunglasses and beach balls ready!Join us on June 18th for some fun in the sun at Fruition Brewing!

Taste the delectable Pride Snack while enjoying a drag and burlesque show.

Mini Art Market: 2pm
Drag & Burlesque Show: 5pm

Sliding scale donation: $10-$20

A portion of the Pride Snack sales will be donated to Pajaro Valley Pride.