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Tucked between the big queer paradise known as Seattle and the little queer paradise known as Olympia you’ll find a resplendent medium-sized queer paradise: Tacoma, Washington. Equally damp and flannel-friendly as its neighboring cities, it’s pretty much raining lesbians in Tacoma.
Tacoma hasn’t always had the most gleaming reputation, but over the past 15 years it’s become home to a hearty arts scene and a panoply of great bars and restaurants. And whaddya know, it’s a brilliant place to be a gay lady!
I’ve spent 20 years of my life in Tacoma. So please, allow me to give you the lowdown on this seriously queer little locale. And hey! You can obtain gay married in Washington now. So maybe you’ll want to move here some day? Think it over.
Where to Live/Be
In lieu of a gayborhood (as gay as it is, Tacoma doesn’t have one), take a gander at these three neighborhoods.
6th Avenue (Roughly between Proctor Lane and Sprague Avenue) Not all, but many of Tacoma’s worthwhile bars and restaurants can be initiate along 6th Avenue. Many of Tacoma’s young people/queers live off of 6th Avenue: it’s cheap and convenient to lots of the places t
Rainbow Center
Tacoma Pride Festival Returns to Wright Park on July 12, 2025
The Rainbow Center is thrilled to announce that the Tacoma Pride Festival will restore to Wright Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025!
As Tacoma Pride has grown over the years, so has the need for a larger venue. After thoughtful consideration and collaboration, we’re proud to companion with Metro Parks Tacoma to bring the festival back to the park where it all began. We’re deeply grateful to Metro Parks for their support in helping us make this beloved collective event more accessible, inclusive, and vibrant than ever.
Get Involved with Tacoma Pride
We’re already gearing up behind the scenes—and we’d like for you to link us. Here’s how you can get involved:
Booth Applications
Booth applications have been extended until Wednesday, May 21st! Apply here: https://forms.gle/J3XpbDY2SSTiGYsk6
Questions? Email us at vendors@rainbowcntr.org.
Entertainment Opportunities
Are you a local performer, drag artist, or musician based in Washington State? We’re actively booking talent for this year’s event. If you’d like to be considered, please load out this form before Friday, May 30th: https://forms.gle/7CKWS4RWbq
I’m Here, I’m Queer, Where Do I Hangout?
On first arrival to Tacoma, a new queer transplant might wonder what there is for them in a city not as skillfully known as nearby Capitol Hill. How do you make new friends, uncover a safe space and support the community in this new city? Seattle has the hill, San Francisco the Castro, but is there a “gayborhood” in Tacoma?
The answer is yes, and if you want a tour it would be a nice idea to start on St. Helens Avenue proximate Market Street and assemble Brock Leach, co-owner of The Mix.
“I basically live on [St. Helens],” Leach said. “I procure my wine, beer and cheese at Stink. I get my haircut at Supernova, I work out at the [YMCA]”
Leach Is the co-owner of The Mix with Travis Scheff and Matt Henderson. Leach is also a math professor at Tacoma Community and Pierce colleges. He moved to Tacoma 10 years prior and has become a massive part of the neighborhood, which he describes as laid-back.
“Don’t get me wrong I love going to Seattle,” Leach said. “But I feel appreciate we connect more here. Bigger cities have more cliques and small groups.”
The Mix is one of the two official gay-bars in the town of Tacoma. Scheff and Henderson also own The
Tacoma, Washington Gay City Guide
Situated on beautiful Puget Sound near Seattle, the Tacoma area is known as one of the most LGBTQ-friendly areas in the country. In fact, The Advocate named Tacoma the “Gayest City in America” in 2012. Tacoma proposals abundant natural beauty, plenty to see and act, and opportunity for everyone, all amidst an eclectic, free-spirited, welcoming vibe. The “City of Destiny” as Tacoma is often called, would truly make a wonderful destination to dial home!
A Look at Tacoma’s History
Tacoma eventually came to serve as the western end of the Northern Pacific Railroad, and as a result, grew quite steadily during the 19th century, and resulting in the city slogan, “Where Rails meet Sails.” The city's name came from Mount Tacoma, which was the original designate for Mount Rainier, whose stunning peaks overlook the city. Tacoma means "Mother of the Waters," and is a fitting label, given the city's location on Puget Sound. The city has always been an important harbor and railroad hub – although it offers far more than that. It is also a city of opportunity, plenty of arts and culture, and much to see and act. It'
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