Judges forced a Florida Pride drag show indoors at the last minute
A split decision by appellate judges left organizers of Naples Pridefest scrambling, but they promised to continue the fight in court.
June 12, 2025
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Florida Pride Organizers Weigh Navigating DeSantis's Anti-Drag Law or Canceling Events
Many organizers with events planned in the month of June must decide now if they want to be test cases for the law.
June 2, 2023
Naples Pride sues city after its security costs 'skyrocketed' amid fears of anti-trans protests
“Before the city, emboldened by anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment, imposed unconstitutional burdens on Pridefest, Naples Pride was able to feature its family-friendly drag performance without issue for years,” said Samantha Past, the ACLU of Florida’s LGBTQ+ rights attorney.
April 11, 2025
Florida judge won't let city stop Naples Pride from celebrating outside
A federal judge won't stop his ruling supporting organizers' free speech rights ahead of the June 7 event.
May 29, 2025
Judge said Naples Pride can be held in the sunshine for all ages
U.S. District Judge John Steele ruled on Monday that Naples city officials violated free speech rights by issuing an event permit with a condition that Naples Pride host its drag performances indoors.
May 13, 2025