Get ready to join the Pittsburgh Penguins in an extraordinary celebration of diversity and inclusivity at the Annual Pride Game on March 26, 2024. Hockey isn't just about goals and assists; it's about teamwork, inclusion, respect, and acceptance. The Penguins are taking these values to heart in a game day takeover like no other.
Tickets are available for our Pride community and allies via a special offer. Click below to receive your discount on both lower bowl and upper bowl seating locations. The first 500 fans who purchase tickets through this offer will receive a Penguins Pride Drawstring Bag. Plus, all are welcome to join us at the VIP meetup, with the Pittsburgh LGBTQ+ Hockey organization
For group ticket rates contact: communityinitiatives@pittsburghpenguins.com
Proud Haven
Proud Haven's mission is to provide a safe shelter for LGBTQIA+ youth (ages 18-25) experiencing homelessness in Pittsburgh. We also provide emotional support and resources to help LGBTQIA+ youth develop the skills needed to live independently.
Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation
The Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation works to improve the health of the LGBTQ+ and HIV communities in and around Western Pennsylvania. Offering a variety of resources and supports including youth and family services, school-based programming, Hugh's Kitchen pantry program, civil legal aid, HIV services, wellness programming and special events, as well as training and consultation for organizations to improve their skills and capacity to serve LGBTQ+ clients and staff.
Persad Center
Persad Center is a human service organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning) communities and the HIV/AIDS communities. We serve our target populations and their loved ones, cradle to grave, across western Pennsylvania, with service centers in Pittsburgh and Washington, PA.
Three Rivers Business Alliance
3RBA and 3RBF missions are to educate, inspire, and empower members of the LGBTQIA+ business community and their allies in the Pittsburgh/Greater Allegheny region to build a stronger overall more inclusive economy and community. 3RBA is the LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and in 2019, Three Rivers Business Alliance Foundation (3RBF) was established to support the chamber in educating, training and guiding LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Pittsburgh LGBTQ+ Hockey aims to foster an inclusive and comfortable environment for all to play and enjoy the sport of ice hockey. We participate in leagues in the local area, travel to LGBTQ+ hockey tournaments across North America, get together to watch games, run Beginner Hockey Clinics and simply share our love for the game of hockey. We are always looking for more players, fans, and allies to join us! Including an open skate for beginners, friends and family on Saturday, April 27 at 4pm at RMU Island Sports - Neville.
The Penguins Foundation will host the Pride Auction starting at 12 PM on March 26 in conjunction with the Pride Game. This one-of-a-kind auction at pens.givesmart.com will feature rainbow jerseys signed by the Penguins players, autographed Pride pucks and more. Proceeds will benefit local LGBTQ+ organizations.
Pride Tape is a badge of support from teammates, coaches, parents and pros to young LGBTQ+ players. It shows every player that they belong playing the sports they love. That we're all on the same team. Buying Pride Tape will help support LGBTQ+ youth outreach initiatives, such as You Can Play and the Institute for Sexual Minority Studies and Services. That means every roll of tape will make an impact in sports and beyond.
Penguins Pride merchandise is available online at PensGear.com and at local PensGear outlets. Represent the black and gold in your rainbow gear as you represent the LGBTQ+ community.
Since the original 8-striped Pride flag was debuted in 1978, there have been several variations, the most well-known and commonly used being the six-striped flag. As our LGBTQ+ movement has become more inclusive and aware of itself, various segments have created their own flags to fly alongside the Pride flag. The warm-up jerseys for our Pride Game feature the Progress Pride Flag on the shoulder. In 2018, the Progress Pride Flag was created by Daniel Quasar to be more inclusive. Overlaying the traditional six-striped rainbow flag is a chevron design that has the black and brown stripes from the Philly Pride flag, as well as white, pink, and blue from the Trans Pride flag.
On April 2, the Penguins and Sabres together announced their first-ever joint Pride Game held during the 2020.21 NHL season. Read each organization's press release via these links to learn more about the partnership.
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Below, please find each organization's press release for the 2021.22 joint Pride Game.
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Here is our press release for our 2022.23 Pride Game on December 12.
Download, print and share a selfie on social with your very own I AM PROUD sign. When posting via social, be sure to use our official #PrideGame hashtag.
Organizations tied to our LGBTQ+ community in Western Pennsylvania will have a presence on the PPG Paints Arena concourse behind the Captain Morgan Club. Visit this Pride Zone and the nearby Ford Lounge to mingle with local representatives and learn more about their impactful work.
