So our bold and brilliant Barry Pride is back with a Rainbow bang.
The grassroot Pride celebrates the 50th anniversary of the work of Peter Tatchell.
And aims to enable people to connect with their community and be signposted to support organisations.
It will also enable us to celebrate the milestones reached in equality and equity for the LGBTQ+ Community
The day will start on October 1st at 11.00 from with a march from Parade Gardens onto the Island where it will join the rest of the event.
The Parade will consist of members of the public as well as organisations pledging their support to the community. There will be representation from local business, national charities and support agencies amongst the stalls.
Food and drinks stalls will also keep you going through the day with a mix of entertainment from drag artists and vocalists on the stage as well as a dance stage under the ‘Witch’s Hat’
There’s a few Fringe events to enjoy too.
Absolutely Dragulous with your favourite drag artists at Academy Espresso Bar on Wednesday 28th September.
Friday 30th September sees the raising of the Rainbow Flag outside the Civic Offices at 2pm, and Afternoon tea with the Mayor at Barry Town Council later that day.
Finally, the afterparty of all after parties takes place at Craft Republic from 3pm on Sunday September 2nd 2022.
Contact Barry Pride Facebook, or Twitter to find out how to get tickets.
Editors Notes:
🌈Barry Pride is a grassroot Pride celebrating the 50th anniversary of the work of Peter Tatchell.
It aims to enable people to connect with their community and be signposted to support organisations.
It will also enable us to celebrate the milestones reached in equality and equity for the LGBTQ+ Community.
🌈 The first ever Barry Pride took place in September 2019.
🌈 Chair Pierre Cordon is available for comment, quotes, and interview by request.
Sue Vincent-Jones, blogging as Mrs SVJ, is a Barry born journalist, editor, and communications specialist. She writes about Barry – and her life in the wider world, through the eyes of a, quirky and queer, local girl done good.
A founding member of the initial Barry Pride, and Ambassador, Sue promotes the work of the community-spirited collective.
Mrs SVJ, Barry’s Boldest Blogger, can be contacted here.