The region’s largest celebration of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered culture is more than a festival with food, entertainment and education. It’s also a positive show of unity for a diverse group of citizens frequently on the receiving end of discrimination and misunderstanding.
Here’s the lowdown on this year’s event, which is expected to draw up to 200,000 people.
What: Denver’s 32nd annual PrideFest, one of the top 10 in the country, commemorates the launch of the modern gay-rights movement during New York’s Stonewall Riots in 1969.
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
Where: Civic Center, downtown Denver
Parade: Led by members of the Denver City Council (Grand Marshals), begins 9:30 a.m. Sunday at Cheesman Park, heads west on Colfax Ave. from Franklin St. toward Civic Center Park
Rally: Following the parade at noon Sunday
Entertainment: Music from ’80s queen Tiffany, James Roy, Denver Gay Men’s Chorus, Dear Marsha, daniel lucio, Nicole Torres & the Affiliates; female illusionist Nina Montaldo; drag show from Tracy Edwards; dancing from Royal Rush dance troupe
Booths: 240 retail exhibitors, 25 food vendors, five soft drink and beer vendors
What’s new: Youth Alley, sponsored by the Youth HIV Advocacy Coalition, a safe and educational environment for GLBT youth
Returning: (Saturday) Kid’s Pride Parade, Colorado Community Band, Dogs in Drag Parade, Raptor Education Project, Family Day activities and games
Information: Visit GLBT Community Center of Colorado, which sponsors the festival, at 303-733-774 or
