Eugene/Springfield Pride Festival Explained

Eugene Pride Festival is an annual event held in August at Alton Baker Park and Promotes Respect In Diverse Expression (P.R.I.D.E.) for the LGBTQ community.[1]

Background

Eugene Pride Festival is held in Eugene, Oregon. The festival began in 1991[2] and is organized several weeks after Pride Northwest, which takes place in the city of Portland.[3]

Activities

Local queer groups take part in the event and welcome visitors, boosting the local economy.[4] Numerous organizations and businesses are provided with the space to exhibit their work. Additionally, attendees have access to amenities such as a beer garden, a dedicated area for children, and a selection of various food choices.

Free HIV testing is provided by HIV Alliance.

The festival was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19, but resumed in 2021.[5]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Eugene Pride: Official Website . eugenepride.org . 2018-06-04.
  2. News: Eugene-Springfield Pride Festival: 'It's about being proud of who you are'. Sleem. Seena. KMTR. 2018-06-04. en-US.
  3. News: Eugene's 2018 Gay Pride celebration is set for August 11. TripSavvy. 2018-06-04.
  4. News: Doe . John . Eugene Pride Festival Pride Listings Gay Travel Guide . 2018-06-04 . en-US.
  5. Web site: Banta . Megan . 'It's really important for us to connect.' Eugene Pride returns with more volunteers, community support . 2022-07-26 . The Register-Guard . en-US.