Some residents pushed back over the event's original location at Dorada Park and a planned drag performance.
Another speaker raised concerns about the event being advertised as open to all ages, including children, and having a drag queen host.
"It was a huge upgrade to be able to provide a more accessible space in the heart of Oakdale," said Ryan Hall, president of CalPride.
"That's my place as a mom of rainbow kids, absolutely," said Elizabeth May, owner of Sisters Coffee.
"I had a young man walk in here and say, 'We don't have anywhere to have a social here for LGBTQ.' I said, 'Heck yes,'" May said.
"How does it feel? Scary. I'm excited, but as a mom of a kid in the community, I'm nervous for them," May said.
"The different venue made a win-win situation for everyone. I was very proud of the kids for making that hard decision," May said.
"Enjoy some line dancing, enjoy some live music, enjoy the drag show, and then also enjoy community members and our local businesses, our local artists and partner organizations," Hall said.
Oakdale Pride is scheduled for Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entry is free.
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