WELCOME, the rainbow lasers are returning Friday, June 26! 

To celebrate, we’re gathering at Embarcadero Plaza, below Big Art Loop’s R-Evolution by Marco Cochrane to watch the lights grand return.

Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 8:00–10:00 PM
Location: Embarcadero Plaza
Price: FREE — as are all Illuminate events! 

Expect drag, music, roaming performers, VIP speakers and a whole lot of queer joy as we gather to light up the waterfront and welcome Pride to San Francisco.

✨ Lasers will be on from sunset to sunrise Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening (June 26-28). Start times can vary and the lights are best enjoyed once night has settled in.

Updates will be posted here as they become available, and keep an eye on @illuminatethearts on Instagram for announcements on what will be planned for this years edition!

Can’t get enough drag? Make a full night of it and start your evening at Drag Me Downtown at the Merchants Exchange Friday June 26 5-7pm, featuring drag performances, DJs, dancing, and more Pride Weekend fun. Find more details here.