We Are Atascadero Pride - News & Updates

October 19 2026

WAAP Community Connection

News, Events & Stories from We Are Atascadero Pride

We are so grateful you are part of We Are Atascadero Pride as we grow visibility, connection, and community across North County.

Celebrating Colony Days

One of our biggest recent joys was showing up for Atascadero Colony Days, bringing LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion into a cherished community tradition and sharing Pride with our neighbors. Our Colony Days outreach helped spark more than 1,000 visits and 70 new friends on Facebook as we keep building welcoming connections with LGBTQ+ folks and allies throughout North County.

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We're growing, and we'd love for you to be part of it! Follow We Are Atascadero Pride on Facebook for community news, upcoming events, local LGBTQ+ history, and ways to get involved. Join the conversation and help us keep Pride visible throughout North County.

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Atascadero Pride 2027 Art Contest

Calling all artists and creative spirits! As we prepare for Atascadero Pride 2027, we're inviting our community to help bring this year's theme, Out of Many, One Pride, to life through art. Check out our contest announcement for details and how to participate. We can't wait to see what our community creates!

Everyone is welcome here

Whether you are LGBTQ+ or an ally, longtime resident or brand new to town, there is a place for you with We Are Atascadero Pride at WAAPCC.org and @weareatascaderopride.

Sponsor Atascadero Pride 2027

Our 2027 theme, Out of Many - One Pride, celebrates the many people, stories, and experiences that make our community stronger. Your sponsorship helps us create welcoming spaces, support local events, and celebrate LGBTQ+ visibility and belonging throughout North County.

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Become a WAAP donor

As a volunteer run nonprofit, WAAP relies on donors to power Pride in the Park, youth outreach, and inclusive community events that keep visibility and belonging alive on the Central Coast.

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