As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, we do everything in our power to control costs. Unfortunately, there are some costs that are outside of our control. Registration costs have increased $26 from 2023. To keep Seattle Pride Classic as affordable as possible, we subsidize nearly half of overall costs through paid sponsorships. Without sponsors, we simply couldn’t make this great event happen.

We expect Seattle Pride Classic 2024 to be our best yet! Here are ways that we are building value into your registration dues:

• All new Icebreaker Welcome Party on Thursday, 6/6/24.
• Rainbow face paint included in every swag bag, sponsored by Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Northgate.
• Negotiations continue with the hope of adding more features & programs in the coming months!

What factors drove the price increase?

• Ice time costs at Kraken Community Iceplex increased by 10% from 2023, or about $5 per participant.
• Credit card processing fees increased from 4% to 6%, or about $5 per participant (did you know? Roughly $15 of your registration dues go straight to credit card processing fees – not including pride namebar, guest admissions, or other purchases?!).
• Refereeing fees increased by $20 per game, or $4 per participant.
• Scorekeeper fees increased by about $5 per game.

We continue to do our best to navigate rising expenses, and deeply recognize the impact it has on everyone. If you need financial assistance, please apply for our Matthew Campbell Memorial Scholarship program.

We look forward to seeing you in June!

We’re glad you asked! Producing the Seattle Pride Classic is a massive undertaking with tremendous expense. Every participant’s registration dues account for approximately 55% of the actual costs to produce the tournament. To ensure the tournament remains affordable and accessible to everyone, the remaining 45% is subsidized by our sponsors & supporters through the sale of sponsorship & supporting options. Without sponsors and supporters, the actual registration dues would be approximately double the cost.