All About Medford Pride 2025
- SO Health-E
- May 20
- 4 min read
Updated: Jun 6
We’re so happy you’re here—thank you for supporting Medford Pride! This event is an inclusive, supportive, and joyous celebration where the Queer community, along with allies and loved ones, come together in a space that uplifts queer culture, supports local businesses, provides connection to services and health resources, fosters year-round advocacy, and promotes community.
📃 Our Mission
Medford Pride celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of the local LGBTQIA2S+ community and the people who support and uplift us. We create intentional space for community members, support services, and allies to gather, celebrate, and grow together.
Our goals include:
Promoting unity, inclusion, and awareness
Fostering cultural, artistic, social, and educational interactions that affirm Queer lives
Supporting those who face intersecting oppression
Empowering the next generation of Queer leaders as we build a more inclusive and equitable future
👥 Who We Are
Medford Pride is planned and hosted by the LGBTQ+ Equity Workgroup of Southern Oregon’s Health Equity Coalition (SO Health-E), a community-led coalition working to reduce health disparities in Jackson and Josephine Counties. SO Health-E operates with fiscal sponsorship from Rogue Valley Mentoring, which provides free mentoring programs for youth ages 10–24.
✊ Code of Conduct
Medford Pride is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for all. This is a family-friendly, all-ages event. Please be mindful of your language, gestures, and behavior. All guests should leave feeling welcomed and celebrated. Be responsible for your own good time and the good time of your community by agreeing to follow our basic code of conduct.
By attending, you agree to the following:
❌ Prohibited Behaviors:
Violation of the Rogue X Code of Conduct or local, state and federal laws and statues (this is a requirement for our permit to hold the event)
Exposing genitals (reproductive organs in the pubic region). In addition, Rogue X rules require shirt and shoes in the event area.
Use of hate speech, hate symbols, or gestures expressing racism, homophobia, transphobia, or other forms of bigotry
Distributing materials or holding signs that contradict Medford Pride’s values of antiracism and LGBTQIA2S+ affirmation
✅ Other Guidelines:
You are always empowered to decline interviews or photos
The official Medford Pride photographer (wearing a Medford Pride shirt) is part of our LGBTQ+ community
We reserve the right to deny entry or remove anyone violating our Code of Conduct. Additionally, Rogue X/Medford Parks and Recreation may also remove anyone for not following their venue rules or applicable laws
📆 General Event FAQs
Where is the event?
📍 Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford 🗓️ Saturday, June 28, 2025 | ⏰ 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
Is there an entry fee?
No, entry is free! However, this is a closed event. Attendees must agree to our Code of Conduct to attend.
Is this an 18+ event?
No, it’s open to all ages! This is a family-friendly space.
What about COVID-19?
Social distancing and masks are encouraged but not required. We will have masks available at the check in tables for those who want them. We ask anyone who is sick to please practice community care and disability inclusion by not attending.
Why is Pride indoors this year?
We made the difficult decision to move this event indoors this year due to issues like heat exhaustion and growing security concerns from the community.
What activities can I expect?
Live music, performances, food trucks, local vendors, art, games, support resources,food drive donation. A full schedule and map will be shared ahead of time and available at the entrance.
Should I bring money?
Yes! Vendors and food trucks will offer items for purchase. Some accept cards, others may require cash. An ATM is available at Rogue X. Thank you for supporting local businesses!
Where can I park?
Rogue X offers free guest parking onsite.
Will there be interpretation?
Yes, both American Sign Language (ASL) and Spanish interpreters will provide live interpretation at the main stage. Spanish interpretation will be provided through headsets.
Is this event accessible?
The planning committee works to make sure the event is accessible every year. This is our first time at Rogue X, which was chosen in part due to it being an ADA accessible venue.
Is there an ATM on site?
Yes, there is a Rogue Credit Union ATM at the front of the building.
Can I fill my water bottle at Pride?
Yes, Rogue X has drinking fountains with water bottle filling stations.
Are pets allowed?
Only trained service animals are allowed. Pets are not permitted inside the facility due to Rogue X rules.
Can I take photos or video?
Yes, with consent. Please ask before filming others. No outside large professional cameras are allowed. The Medford Pride Planning Committee has hired a professional photographer who is a member of the local LGBTQIA2S+ community. They will be wearing a Medford Pride shirt and holding a large camera. These photos will be publicly available on our Medford Pride social media accounts after Pride.
What about amplified sound? Amplified sound must comply with city laws. It is not allowed indoors and outdoor use is restricted to those who have a city permit.
How is safety handled? We’ve prepared thoroughly:
Pride De-escalation Team: Trained community de-escalators
Pride Security: Professionals in Pride shirts that say “Security/Seguridad”
RV Pepper Shakers: Volunteers ready to engage counter-protesters nonviolently
First Aid Booth: On-site emergency response
Weapons: Rogue X prohibits weapons inside their facility unless you have a permit (ORS 166.370)
For concerns, find someone in a Medford Pride staff shirt.
More questions?