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Oakland weekend festivities to be ’Rooted in Pride’
Oakland’s LGBTQ+ community prepares for weekend of Pride events
Oakland, CA – The city of Oakland is preparing for a weekend of Pride events, rooted in the community's rich history and vibrant culture, designed to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. The festivities, which will take place from June 24-26, will include a parade, festival, and other events throughout the city.
The Oakland Pride Parade will kick off the weekend on Saturday, June 24, at 11:00 am. The parade will feature floats, bands, and community groups from all over the Bay Area. The parade route will begin at 14th and Broadway and will end at 20th and Telegraph.
The Oakland Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 25, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at the historic Mosswood Park. The festival will feature live music, food, vendors, and a family-friendly area. Admission to the festival is free.
A weekend of celebration and activism
In addition to the parade and festival, there will be a number of other Pride events happening throughout the weekend, including a film screening, a dance party, and a community potluck. For a full list of events, visit the Oakland Pride website.
Oakland Pride is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. It is also a time to remember the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement and to continue to fight for equality. This year's theme, ‘Rooted in Pride,’ reflects the community's deep roots in Oakland and its commitment to continuing the fight for justice.
Rooted in Oakland's history
Oakland has a long and proud history of LGBTQ+ activism. In 1977, the city was home to one of the first gay pride parades in the United States. Oakland was also home to the first openly gay mayor in the United States, Jerry Brown.
Today, Oakland is a thriving LGBTQ+ community with a number of vibrant neighborhoods, including the Castro District and Uptown. The city is also home to a number of LGBTQ+ organizations, including the Oakland LGBTQ Community Center and the East Bay Stonewall Democratic Club.
A commitment to equality
Oakland Pride is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. It is also a time to remember the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement and to continue to fight for equality. This year's theme, ‘Rooted in Pride,’ reflects the community's deep roots in Oakland and its commitment to continuing the fight for justice.
Oakland Pride is a weekend-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. The festivities will include a parade, festival, and other events throughout the city. Oakland Pride is a time to celebrate the community's rich history and vibrant culture, and to continue to fight for equality.