Phoenix Gay Attractions

The Rainbow Crosswalks in Phoenix add a splash of color to the city’s streets, celebrating LGBTQ+ pride and visibility. Installed at Central and First avenues at Portland Street (just outside the gay-owned restaurant Fez) and Seventh Avenue at Glenrosa, these vibrant crossings mark two key locations: downtown and the Melrose District.

The project, led by local LGBTQ+ organizations and approved by the city council, is now a permanent and photogenic symbol of inclusion in Phoenix.

The Rosson House at Heritage Square is a restored 1895 Queen Anne Victorian home that gives visitors a window into Phoenix’s early days.

Beyond its historical tours, the Rosson House holds special significance for the LGBTQ+ community: it hosted hundreds of same-sex weddings when Arizona’s marriage ban was struck down, and it’s the setting for Phoenix Pride’s annual Rainbows Festival. The site is a unique mix of history and modern LGBTQ+ milestones.

Corona Ranch and Rodeo Grounds has a place in Arizona’s LGBTQ+ history as the site of the state’s first gay rodeo in 1984. Today, the Arizona Gay Rodeo Association still hosts events here, including the annual rodeo on Valentine’s Day weekend, complete with drag shows, contests, and plenty of cowboy flair.

Corona Ranch also welcomed the first Latino Pride Festival in 2018, keeping the spirit of community and celebration alive.

Steele Indian School Park is where Phoenix’s modern Pride festival comes to life, bringing together the LGBTQ+ community for music, parades, and celebration every year since 2003. The park features lawns, a lake, and courts for sports and picnics, making it a popular spot for locals year-round.

As a gathering place for Phoenix Pride and other community events, Steele Indian School Park is a key landmark for the city’s LGBTQ+ history.