Keene Pride Vice President , Miss Ginger Soulless and volunteer Colleen Kelly at Pride Fest 2024.
Photograph by Christopher David Studios.
Meet Your 2025 Hosts.
Born in the wagon of a traveling show, Kelly Mantle is an award-winning actress, singer/songwriter and comedian who has appeared on numerous television shows and feature films as well as over 59,000 Off-Broadway productions. A show pony at heart, she’s sure to steal yours in this one-woman tour-de-force work of art! Mantle appeared as a contestant on the sixth season of the reality TV show RuPaul's Drag Race. Kelly made Oscars history by being the first openly non-binary person ever to be approved and considered by The Academy for both Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress for their role in the feature film, Confessions Of A Womanizer. Currently, Kelly can be seen as Sheila, a fan-favorite character in the OutTV hit series, The Browns. Kelly also recently completed a sold-out world tour with @trixiemattel and @katya_zamo in Trixie and Katya Live, bringing down the house, singing a hilarious rendition of “Rose’s Turn” from Gypsy. She is also known for her famous uncle, Mickey. Read Kelly’s full bio here.
With over 30 years under her sequined belt, Sherry Vine has earned the title of Drag Legend. Sherry tours the world with her all live singing, hilarious comedy shows, and is the star and writer of The Sherry Vine Variety Show (OUT Tv). Season 2 coming in May 2023! As well as, She’s Living For This (Amazon). She is a founding member of Theatre Couture, and is The OG YouTube Queen, where her video parodies have been viewed over 20,000,000 times. Most recently, she produced and co-starred in Dr. Jackie (OUT Tv) and opened for Bianca del Rio across the USA, Europe and Tel Aviv. Sherry can be seen starring as “Blanche” in the Golden Girlz Live in LA.
Vermont's Princess and New Hampshire's Queen Miss Ginger Soulless has been strutting the runways of New England for 20 years! She has helped raise thousands of dollars for dozens of non-profits, including @aidsprojectofsouthern and @keene_pride ! She is a founding member of Keene Pride and our Board Vice President! She is a local drag legend and co-owner of @madamesherris Restaurant and Cabaret located in Downtown, Keene.
Keene Pride Festival is the largest Pride event in the region. With over 5,000 attendees and 100 vendors including artisans, non-profits, live music acts, food trucks, circus performances, drag queens, kings, and much, much more!
Calling all vendors…..
Vendor booth signups are now open! Purchase booth licenses on this page. The deadline to sign up is August 15th.
Vendor Testimonials
“As a nonprofit 4-H club serving people ages 11-18 throughout southwestern New Hampshire, our ability to share that our FIRST Robotics team welcomes everyone is crucial to our mission. Thank you Keene Pride Festival for allowing to be part of this amazing event!”
- Monadnock 4-H Robotics Club
“The Federated Church of Marlborough family is joy-full to be part of Keene Pride! Thank you for inviting us. We will always remember the young person who came to our booth, and said, "Wow. So you like gay people?!””
- Kathleen Oliver, The Federated Church of Marlborough
“Best experience ever last season.....my family really enjoyed serving hot dogs and lemonade dowtown! Count us in!!!!”
- Ryan & Crystal Grandmont at Toasty Buns
“Last year was my very first time being a vendor at Keene pride I would like to start by saying this by far was one of the most well organized events I attended in 2023 not only was all the volunteers kind and loving each and every vendor was busy and brought that unique vibe that was needed. Great job Keene pride staff and volunteers.”
- Douglas Marcotte, Doug The Devil Stick Man
“We have really enjoyed being part of this amazing event that draws people from all over the region (and beyond). Last year’s crowds kept us “beyond busy” all afternoon.”
- Sharon at Kona Ice of NH
“The outpouring of support from the community at Keene Pride was overwhelming, we cannot wait to be back this year! At this time, when gender and sexual identity continue to be thorny issues in public schools, it was wonderful to receive so much support for our club, and direct support for our upcoming events.”
- Matthew Leese, KHS Pride Club Advisor
“…we had an excellent experience with Keene Pride, and would love to have the opportunity to work with this organization again! Their mission and commitment to community is truly inspiring, and we are so grateful to have been part of last year’s event! “
- Elm Street Market
“Last year was our first year as vendors for Keene Pride. It’s a beautiful location.
From the flow of the vendor spots to the support from the volunteers it was a positive first experience.
The attendees were friendly, festive, and upbeat! It was a beautiful day!”
Donna Frazier, DOS Promotions – “BEU”
Sponsor Us.
As a thriving community, it's crucial for businesses to recognize and support diversity in all its forms. Sponsoring Keene Pride and the Keene Pride Festival presents a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their commitment to inclusivity and equality. By aligning with these events, sponsors not only demonstrate their support for the LGBTQ+ community but also gain valuable visibility among a diverse audience. Moreover, sponsoring Keene Pride fosters a positive brand image, showing that your business values social responsibility and actively contributes to creating a more inclusive society. Join us in celebrating diversity, promoting unity, and making a meaningful impact by becoming a sponsor of Keene Pride today.
Calling all volunteers…
Ready to make a difference and celebrate diversity in a vibrant community? Join us at Keene Pride and be a part of something truly special! Volunteering for Keene Pride and the Keene Pride Festival is an opportunity to stand up for LGBTQ+ rights, promote inclusion, and spread love and acceptance. Whether you're passionate about event planning, outreach, or simply lending a helping hand, there's a place for you. Come together with like-minded individuals, forge meaningful connections, and contribute to creating a safe and welcoming space for all. Be a part of the change, volunteer with Keene Pride today!
