❤️🧺 The Big Gay Picnic: Valentine’s Day Edition 🧺❤️

❤️🧺 The Big Gay Picnic: Valentine’s Day Edition 🧺❤️
Love Your Mind • Love Yourself
Join us for a joyful, heart-filled afternoon at The Big Gay Picnic, a beloved community gathering centered on connection, mental wellness, and chosen family. Whether you come with friends, a date, or solo, this picnic is all about showing up as you are and celebrating love in all its forms.

This special Valentine’s Day picnic is hosted in collaboration with Impulse San Diego and supports the mission of Mental Health America of California, creating a welcoming, inclusive space to relax, connect, and build meaningful friendships.

What to Expect
Community potluck, music provided, games and activities, fun prizes, relaxed vibes, laughter, and great conversations. This is a low-pressure, alcohol-free environment focused on connection and community care.

How You Can Participate
Please bring one of the following:
🥘 A sharable dish for 2-4 people
💵 Digital Donations Online or cash donation at the event
⛺️ Sign up to bring a necessary picnic item
We also recommend bringing a picnic blanket, chair, and/or sunblock. Personal speakers are not allowed, but music will be provided.

Event Details
Date: Sunday, February 8th
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Balboa Park
Meetup Spot: Quince St & Balboa Dr

IMPORTANT – PARKING INFO
Balboa Park parking is now PAID PARKING. Please apply for a day permit in advance or pay by the hour when you arrive.
Parking info and permits: https://balboapark.org/parking

Bring your blanket, your favorite snack (or yourself!), and an open heart. Let’s celebrate self-love, community love, and mental wellness together. 💕🌳