“In Boston, we are committing to living by the values of inclusion, diversity, and acceptance, and that will never change. “While I know this was a difficult decision to make, postponing Boston’s 2021 Pride Parade and Festival is the right choice as we continue to prioritize the health and safety of all during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, said Mayor Martin J.
More information on these events will be available in the coming weeks. Virtual events being planned for June include the Pride Flag Raising at City Hall Plaza and the Pride Lights ceremony to honor all those lost to and affected by HIV/AIDS. Boston Pride and the City of Boston are considering moving the Pride Parade and Festival to a date in Fall 2021 if all conditions are in place for such events.īoston Pride also announced that it is creating a series of virtual events in June to commemorate Pride Month and the 50th anniversary of Boston Pride. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has prohibited large gatherings until the state moves into Phase 4. Boston Pride to Host Virtual Events in June for Pride MonthīOSTON -Boston Pride and the City of Boston today announced that the 2021 Pride Parade and Festival will not be held in June due to the ongoing state of emergency declared due to the coronavirus pandemic.
