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]
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]
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]