Pride & Passion 2025
May 31 @ 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Pride & Passion: Timeless Tragedy
A Night of Forbidden Elegance
“Romeo, Romeo—or Juliet, Juliet—whichever you fancy, the night is yours!”
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Shakespearean splendor at the Tampa Museum of Art’s 19th annual Pride & Passion on Saturday, May 31, 2025! This year’s theme, Timeless Tragedy: A Night of Forbidden Elegance, invites you to revel in the beauty of love in all its dazzling forms. Immerse yourself in a Renaissance-inspired celebration where masked intrigue meets modern-day elegance. Raise a glass at our open bar, savor hors d’oeuvres from local LGBTQ+ friendly vendors, and enjoy spectacular performances that will set the stage for a night of romance, revelry, and timeless style.
But remember—our love story goes beyond the night’s festivities. Proceeds from Pride & Passion directly support the Museum’s Art Space and Connections programs, which use art to foster healing, creativity, and connection for individuals navigating mental health challenges, trauma or other health or emotional concerns.
By attending or sponsoring this beloved fundraiser, you champion a future where art inspires and heals. Whether you find yourself whispering, “parting is such sweet sorrow,” or dancing until midnight, your support helps build an inclusive, vibrant community through the power of art.
Get your tickets today and be part of a celebration where love truly conquers all!
BE INSPIRED! View this year’s Timeless Tragedy mood board and outfit inspiration page!
Ticket Information:
When: Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 8:00 pm
Where: Tampa Museum of Art
All tickets include open bar*, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts
*This event is 21+ only.
Purchase tickets to Pride & Passion
Art+ Members: $125
Not-Yet-Members: $155 l Not an Art+ Member? Learn more about how to join!
Night of Event: $175
About Pride & Passion
The LGBTQ+ community plays a major role in the artistic and cultural fabric of Tampa Bay and around the world. Pride & Passion, a signature fundraising event organized by the LGBTQ+ community and allies for the Tampa Museum of Art, has celebrated the community and its impact on the arts since 2006. All funds raised by Pride & Passion directly support Museum programs that reduce barriers to admission, create safe places for people to experience the arts, and celebrate local talent. Learn more about the history of Pride & Passion.
Chairs & Committee
2025 Pride & Passion Committee
Ammber McClure l Barbara Stubbs l Bemetra Simmons l Bo Price l Chris Dawson l Chris Vasilakis l Danis Johnson l Dr. Kenny Pages l Eileen Goldenberg l Erica Green l Flo Berry l Gemma Craig l Jeff Gibson l Jessie Dupri l Kevin Calhoun l Marc Brechwald l Michael Strollo l Nina C. Womeldurf l Raelene Pullen l Ryne Gallien l Shadow Anderson l Stephanie Youst l Tom Hochhausler l Vince Natale l Wesley Balch
Sponsor Pride & Passion
Your support for Pride & Passion directly strengthens exhibition and education programs like “Art Space” and “Connections” that inspire and engage our community.
Thank you to our sponsors!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
& JULIET SPONSORS
STAR CROSSED SPONSORS
ROMEO ROMEO SPONSORS
Equality Florida
Anonymous
Anonymous
AMOROUS SPONSORS
Blake Veterinary Hospital
Bret Azzarelli & Trevor Price
Casper-Adams Foundation
David Scher and Sara Golding Scher
The Exeter Collection
Greg Economos & Brad Jamison
Kimmins Contracting Corp.
NYNY Pizza
Smith & Associates
Tampa Bay Rays/Rowdies
Visit Tampa Bay
