TRANS PRIDE
VENTURA COUNTY
2024
Your hub for all things transgender and gender diverse in Ventura County. We'll constantly update the site with the latest local events, a huge list of resources, and feature trans performers and creators of all kinds. If you want to be included email info@thetransverse.net
Trans Pride Ventura County 2024
We want to thank everyone that joined us and made the first annual Trans Pride Ventura a HUGE success! ​
We'll be updating the site with lots of great new information. For updates, join the mailing list (below on the page), join the Facebook group, and follow us on Instagram @transprideventura
We'll be updating the site with lots of great new information. For updates, join the mailing list (below on the page), join the Facebook group, and follow us on Instagram @transprideventura
Events Calendar
Trans Pride Ventura County Events Recap
Trans Game Night
This all ages event featured games, trivia, Queer-aoke, and the highlight of the night was the wonderful Cooper the Queen hosting drag bingo!
Thanks to everyone who joined us to help make it a fun and memorable event! Huge thanks to Ventura Pride Pirates and the great folks at Ventura College for hosting the event on the Ventura College campus, and to D Thompson who filled in late in the game to coordinate and run this event!
Thanks to everyone who joined us to help make it a fun and memorable event! Huge thanks to Ventura Pride Pirates and the great folks at Ventura College for hosting the event on the Ventura College campus, and to D Thompson who filled in late in the game to coordinate and run this event!
Trans Day of Visibility Dedication Ceremony
Join us for a dedication ceremony in downtown Ventura to recognize Transgender Day of Visibility and the transgender community in Ventura County. Members from the City and County will pledge their support for gender diverse members of Ventura County and their commitment to ensuring equitable access to important healthcare and support services.
A Hateful Homicide Q&A
Join friend of The Transverse Mallery Jenna Robinson as she shares her podcast show "A Hateful Homicide" and leads a discussion on the importance of visibility for the trans community as well as the power of allyship. There will be great food and raffle prizes.
This is not a Trans Pride Ventura/The Transverse event, but rather put on by the great folks at the CLU Pride student club.
This is not a Trans Pride Ventura/The Transverse event, but rather put on by the great folks at the CLU Pride student club.
"Can You See Me?" Transgender Art Show
Showcasing artwork from transgender artists and creators, "Can You See Me?" is Qori Moorehaul's long-running art show in the Ventura area. This year for Trans Pride, the show starts with a big kick off event featuring a live music event on Friday, March 29th from 5-9pm with the artwork on display and for sale through Friday, April 5th.
Live performances by
Libe Lulu
N. Stryker
Kayt Stone
Princess Pillz
TV-MA
Live performances by
Libe Lulu
N. Stryker
Kayt Stone
Princess Pillz
TV-MA
Join us for our fun family event at Diversity Collective. Check out the community center and connect with local trans and LGBT resources, while your kids play games, do crafts, hunt for eggs, and get their face painted.
We'll have light snacks and refreshments, and goodie bags for the kids.
10am - 12pm Resource fair
10am - 12pm Crafts egg decorating, bracelet making; face painting; games
12:00 - 12:15pm Egg hunt
12:15 - 1:00pm Goodie bags
We'll have light snacks and refreshments, and goodie bags for the kids.
10am - 12pm Resource fair
10am - 12pm Crafts egg decorating, bracelet making; face painting; games
12:00 - 12:15pm Egg hunt
12:15 - 1:00pm Goodie bags
Trans Day of Visibility Cocktail Reception
Come join us for a fun evening of cocktails and celebration at Trans Pride Ventura: Visibility Day Cocktail Reception with your MC Michelle Chakra!
This is your chance to really let your hair down, party, and be seen. The Trans Cocktail Party at Paddy's is hosted by Amber of Out of Our Shell. This great event will feature a DJ Nick Dean, and a taco vendor. Space is limited RSVP to guarantee your spot.
This is your chance to really let your hair down, party, and be seen. The Trans Cocktail Party at Paddy's is hosted by Amber of Out of Our Shell. This great event will feature a DJ Nick Dean, and a taco vendor. Space is limited RSVP to guarantee your spot.
Art Show Closing Night/Meet and Greet
The transgender art show, "Can You See Me?" is still hanging at Open Door Studio through Thursday, April 4. Join us for the closing on the final day of the art show and meet and the artists and organizers and hear the stories behind the artwork. .
Sponsors & Partners
Trans Pride Ventura Merch
Unisex T-shirt: BLK
Official logo of Trans Pride Ventura, this soft black T-shirt will quickly become a favorite.
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Unisex T-shirt: WHT
Official logo of Trans Pride Ventura, this soft white T-shirt will quickly become a favorite.
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Snapback Cap
This slick, embroidered Trans Pride Ventura icon snap-back cap is available in all black and black and silver.
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Women's T-shirt: BLK​
Comfy women's T-shirt featuring the official Trans Pride Ventura logo.
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Women's T-shirt: WHT​
Comfy women's T-shirt featuring the official Trans Pride Ventura logo.
Get yours now! >
Coffee Mug
Find pride in your morning routine featuring the official Trans Pride Ventura logo and the year.
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For other great trans merch visit
Trans Pride Ventura Coordinators
Emily Kailyn
Founder, The Transverse • Host of The Transgender Show
Amber Thompson
Founder, Out of Our Shell
Qori Moorehaul
Artist • Vice Chair-Ventura Arts & Culture Commission
Anthony Ontiveros
LGBTQ+ Mobile Advocate, Coalition for Family Harmony
D Thompson
PFLAG
Crystal Star
PFLAG Ventura President & CEO
Mischa Haramia
Laurel Foundation Board Member/Secretary, Build Out Alliance Advocacy Committee
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Join this mailing list for information and updates about all things trans in Ventura County. We'll keep you posted on everything going on for Trans Pride/TDOV as well as Trans Day of Remembrance in November, peer groups, and everything in-between.
