Aurora Beams with Pride as LGBTQ+ Community Celebrates Pride Month

Aurora Beams with Pride as LGBTQ+ Community Celebrates Pride MonthAurora Beams with Pride as LGBTQ+ Community Celebrates Pride Month Aurora, Colorado, is awash in rainbow hues as the LGBTQ+ community and allies commemorate Pride Month with a vibrant array of events and celebrations. The festivities kicked off with the highly anticipated Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall, where Mayor Mike Coffman proudly raised the Progress Pride flag in recognition of the city’s commitment to inclusivity. Throughout the month, Aurora will host a series of events catered to the LGBTQ+ community. Among these are the Aurora Pride Festival, a daylong celebration featuring live music, entertainment, vendors, and family-friendly activities; and the Aurora Pride 5K Run/Walk, a fitness-packed event that raises funds for local LGBTQ+ organizations. The city’s LGBTQ+ community center, Aurora Pride Center, is also hosting a variety of programs and workshops throughout Pride Month. These events provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQ+ individuals to connect, learn, and advocate for their rights. “Pride Month is a time to celebrate our diversity, our resilience, and our unwavering commitment to equality,” said Amy Howe, Director of Aurora Pride Center. “We are grateful for the city’s support and the outpouring of community spirit that makes Aurora such a welcoming place for LGBTQ+ individuals.” Aurora’s businesses and organizations are also joining in the celebration, with many displaying rainbow flags and offering special discounts and promotions to show their support. The month-long celebration culminated in the Aurora Pride Parade, a dazzling procession that brought together LGBTQ+ organizations, businesses, and community members from across the Denver metro area. The parade route was lined with cheering crowds, who waved rainbow flags and expressed their solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. “Aurora’s Pride Month has been a resounding success, showcasing the city’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and diversity,” said Mayor Coffman. “We are proud to stand with our LGBTQ+ community and celebrate their contributions to making Aurora a vibrant and welcoming place for all.”