Wellness Takes Center Stage at San Diego Pride 2025

San Diego Pride is known for its electrifying energy, joyful celebration of diversity, and vibrant community vibes. The weekend-long festival also is infused with wellness activities that invite you to slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect with yourself amid the festivities. Here are the top wellness happenings you won’t want to miss during Pride weekend:

Shell-ebrate San Diego Pride with a free outdoor sunset yoga and dance party brought you by Fit Athletic at the gorgeous harborside Rady Shell.

Note: The 2025 Event is SOLD OUT!

Wednesday, July 16, 7:00-9:30pm
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Fit Athletic Club x San Diego Symphony

Get your heart pumping and your rainbow gear on for the most joyful 5K of the year! Presented by San Diego’s LGBTQ+ running club Front Runners & Walkers San Diego, the San Diego Pride 5K Run & Walk is a festive, fun, and inclusive event open to all bodies and abilities. It’s a feel-good way to kick off the parade and support local LGBTQ+ nonprofits while celebrating movement and visibility. Expect wild costumes, community cheer squads, and plenty of glitter.

Note: The 2025 5K is now SOLD OUT!

Saturday, July 19, 8:00am
3909 Centre St, Hillcrest
San Diego Pride 5K Run & Walk 

Head to SHIFT Pilates in Hillcrest for a pre-pride mat class for all levels, plus food, drinks + good company.

Saturday, July 19, 9:00am
1450 University Ave, Suite 202 Hillcrest
Instagram: @shift.hillcrest

Gather for a free Hatha flow, breathwork + community! This class is for queer identifying individuals. Flow together + share community!

Saturday, July 19, 12:00pm
Valkyrie Yoga, 4876 Santa Monica Ave.
Instagram: @valkyrieyogasd

Now in its third year, the Zen Garden at the San Diego Pride Festival in Balboa Park features the largest lineup yet of yoga, meditation, breathwork, and wellness workshops curated to help you ground your energy, connect to your body, and return to your inner joy.

Festival Hours: 12:00-10:00pm
Zen Garden Classes: 1:00-5:00pm
Location: Marston Point, Balboa Park (6th Ave. & Laurel St.)

Zen Garden Schedule
1:00 PM All Levels Yoga
1:30 PM Silent Meditation
2:00 PM Ecstatic Dance Meditation
2:30 PM Sound Bath
3:00 PM All Levels Yoga
3:30 PM Visualization Meditation
4:00 PM All Levels Yoga
4:30 PM Silent Meditation
1:00-5:00 PM Chair Reiki / Chair Massage

Festival Hours: 12:00-9:00pm
Zen Garden Classes: 1:00-5:00pm
Location: Marston Point, Balboa Park (6th Ave. & Laurel St.)

Zen Garden Schedule
1:00 PM All Levels Yoga
1:30 PM Silent Meditation
2:00 PM All Levels Yoga
2:30 PM Pride Love Circle
3:00 PM All Levels Yoga
3:30 PM Ecstatic Dance Meditation
4:00 PM All Levels Yoga
4:30 PM Silent Meditation
1:00-5:00 PM Chair Reiki

Be sure to bring a yoga mat, reusable water bottle, and sunscreen so you can fully soak in the self-care vibes.

Purchase tickets and see the full festival schedule at sdpride.org/festival

From mental health support to healthcare services, San Diego offers a range of resources that promote the overall well-being of its LGBTQ+ residents. Read our Guide to LGBTQ+ Health + Wellness Resources in San Diego, plus check out the ongoing wellness events below. 

Relax, recharge, and reset after Pride weekend with Impulse San Diego and Yoga Deck in Bankers’ Hill for an afternoon of yoga, self care, and pizza. Class will be donation-based pricing and open to anyone. All proceeds benefit The LGBT Center in Hillcrest.

Head to the LGBT Center in Hillcrest every Friday at 11am for Serenity Yoga. Come move, breathe, and find your balance in this inclusive and restorative class designed to support your well-being. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

This community social group organizes wellness-focused meetups including meditation, breathwork, book clubs, hikes, yoga, dance and more.

Instagram: @queersandiego

This LGBTQ+ running club meets weekly for walks + runs in Balboa Park, plus a North County group that meets on Saturdays at MaGee Park in Carlsbad.

Weekly runs: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
Instagram: @f_r_w_s_d

This lesbian led all-inclusive run club meets every Thursday at Thorn Brewing in North Park for a 3 mile run or 1.75 mile walk. All paces, people and pups welcome.

Weekly runs: Thursdays
Instagram: @lezrunsd

Explore our Events Calendar for upcoming yoga events, meditation classes and wellness workshops around San Diego. Or browse all of our Wellbeing articles for the latest wellness news and trends!

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DISCLAIMER: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not, nor is it intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem without consulting a qualified healthcare provider.