Milton Pride Festival planned for June 13 celebration in downtown Milton

The Milton Theatre and Sussex Pride will host the Milton Pride Festival on June 13 from 4 to 8 p.m. in downtown Milton. (Photo courtesy of Milton Theatre.)

The Milton Theatre and Sussex Pride will host the annual Milton Pride Festival on Saturday, June 13, from 4 to 8 p.m. in downtown Milton, bringing together live performances, vendors, and community programming centered on inclusion and support for LGBTQ+ residents and allies.

Organizers describe the event as a community celebration focused on diversity, acceptance, and connection, with activities planned throughout the downtown area. Admission will follow a pay-what-you-can model, allowing attendees to contribute at a level that fits their means.

The festival will feature live entertainment from multiple performers throughout the evening, including Mama’s Black Sheep from 4 to 5:15 p.m., Magnolia Applebottom & Friends from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and the Boy Band Project from 6:45 to 8 p.m.

In addition to performances, the event will include local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and community resource booths.

Milton Pride is presented by the Milton Theatre, which has emphasized the event as a space for residents, families, and visitors to participate in a shared community experience. Organizers have also highlighted the role of volunteers, staff, and sponsors in supporting the annual festival, including Dogfish Head Craft Brewery.

Pre-registration for wristbands is available ahead of the event, and a full digital program is expected to be released prior to the festival.

Officials said the goal of the event is to create an inclusive environment where attendees can engage in entertainment, education, and community outreach while celebrating Pride in Sussex County.