Pikes Peak Pride Festival celebrates in-person for the first time in two years
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)-- The Pikes Peak Pride Festival kicked off Saturday, marking the first in-person celebration in two years due to the pandemic.
This weekend, Alamo Square Park transformed into an area for things like live entertainment, food vendors, and booths for health services and support.
A family came out to support their daughter, Lexi Griffin, who has never been to a PRIDE festival. They say they're proud to come out and support their daughter.
"We're just proud to be a part of this community who is now embracing alternative cultures; we're alternative now. I think it's important for our youth and adults to know they have support," said Lexi Griffin's mom.
Lexi Griffin said she just learned about the event yesterday and was so glad she made it out to enjoy it.
"It's just so fun to see this many people out here in Colorado Springs that support or are a part of the LGBTQ community. It made me just really proud to be here," said Lexi Griffin.
This event is welcome to all ages, including youth. They even had events for children and teens. The events included things like drag story time, dance parties, and youth open mic.
The celebration continues on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. The big PRIDE parade begins at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday in downtown Colorado Springs, click here for more information.
