This year marks the fifth anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting, an event that changed the Orlando community forever. Throughout the week, Orlando will come together to send a message of unity and love. These are the events that you can attend to honor the 49 lives lost while celebrating Pride Month.

Overcoming Barriers June 9, 7 p.m. 4851 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Windermere A conversation on overcoming barriers between the LGBTQ+ and faith community brought by the onePulse Foundation and St. Luke’s Church. Photo via St.Luke’s Church
Community Conversations June 9, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Virtual event. Josh Bell, Barbara Poma, Junior Morales, join the community to talk on the progress made since the Pulse tragedy five years ago and what can be done to create a more inclusive Orlando. Photo via Central Florida Foundation
OnePulse Blood Drive June 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. UCF Student Union, 12715 Pegasus Drive An event to honor the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting by donating blood on the Big Red Bus and keeping a blood supply for patients in need and when tragedies occur. Photo via UCF
United We Dance June 10th from 6:30 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. An outdoor event to celebrate love and light with dancing and guest speakers and honor the 49 victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting. Photo via Haos on Church Street
Pulse Memorial Candlelight Vigil June 11 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Colonial Townsquare, 820 N Fern Creek Ave. A vigil at Pulse Memorial Labyrinth to honor the 49 lives lost at Pulse. Photo via Zebra Coalition/ Facebook
Legacy Work: 5 Year Journey After Pulse Tragedy June 11 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Virtual Event An event intended for staff members of organizations that have supported survivors and community members affected by the Pulse tragedy. This night is to acknowledge the initiatives and work that help the Orlando community. Photo via QLatinx
Orlando United Day June 12 The city of Orlando and Orange County Government, along with the onePulse Foundation, designated June 12 as Orlando United Day: a time to honor and remember the 49 victims lost, survivors, and members of the community affected by the Pulse shooting. Photo via Orange County
Celebrate PRIDE! In Memory of Pulse Nightclub June 12 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. An afternoon of art in memory of the Pulse victims at Painting with a Twist in Kissimmee. Attendees will receive two 16×20 canvases so you can do it on your own or with someone else. 3038 Dyer Blvd, Kissimmee Photo via Painting with a Twist
Online Pulse Memorial Vigil June 12 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Virtual event. St. Luke’s United Methodist Church invites the Central Florida community to an online vigil in remembrance of the 5th anniversary of the Pulse tragedy in Orlando. A time of music, poetry, storytelling, and prayer for uplift the spirit and show love to Orlando. Photo via Online Pulse Memorial Vigil/Facebook
49 Bells Ceremony June 12 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. First United Methodist Church of Orlando 142 East Jackson Street The First United Methodist Church of Orlando joins the 49 bells ceremony as a part of “Acts of Love and Kindness,” a One Orlando Alliance movement grown out of the spirit of giving in the aftermath of the tragedy at Pulse nightclub. Participants are encouraged to share the event on their stories with the hashtag #ActLoveGive. Photo via 49 Bells
49 Bells One Orlando Alliance June 12 at 12:00 p.m. virtual event An online event both in recognition of the 49 lives lost at Pulse and in commitment to advancing full inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community. People can join the live on facebook and participate in social media using the hashtag #49Bells. Photo via 49 bells/website
Pulse Anniversary Blood Drive June 12 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 672 N Semoran Blvd In remembrance of the Pulse victims, people can donate blood at the Technical Health Academy on Saturday, June 12. Photo via Pulse Anniversary Blood Drive/Facebook
Pulse Remembrance 5 years later June 12 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 117 N Woodland Blvd. Attendees will gather at Abbey Bar in DeLand downtown at 2:00 p.m. and from there march to New York and Woodland. Feel free to bring your Pride flags and signs. Photo via DeLand/Facebook
Paddle for Pulse June 12 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m 11260 Gulf Blvd A brief ceremony presented by ProjectNoLabels where attendees can paddle in the water and bond as they honor the 49 lives lost by celebrating their lives. Flowers will be available for participants to pay respects. People are welcome to bring their own floating devices. Photo via Paddle for Pulse
MOI Illusions After Hours June 12 10:00 p.m. to 1 a.m. ICON park 8441 International Drive Suite 250 Attendees will enjoy more than 50 illusions and more in support of the LGBTQ+ community and Pride Month. A portion of the ticket sales will go to the National Pulse Memorial and Museum. Photo via Museum of Illusion Orlando
Loud and Proud Music Fest June 12. 1301 Atlanta Ave. A mini-music fest with the goal of raising money for the onePulse foundation. Photo via Orlando Brewing
Melina León: Live at Amor June 12 9:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. 41 West Church Street Melina León will perform in memory of the 49 lives lost at the Pulse nightclub shooting. Photo via Amor Events