Get ready to witness a celebration that’s more than just glitter and rainbows - Richmond’s Pride event is dropping a radical love bomb on systemic oppression.

This weekend, Richmond Rainbow Pride is throwing down a massive community gathering that’s part festival, part resistance movement, and 100% unapologetic queer joy. Their theme “forged in resistance, shaped by love” isn’t just a catchy slogan - it’s a battle cry against the rising tide of anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation sweeping the nation.

A History of Fighting Back

Richmond’s Pride isn’t just another parade - it’s a continuation of the city’s long-standing tradition of pushing back against fascism. Jamin Pursell, the event’s co-chair, draws a powerful parallel between the city’s World War II resistance and today’s LGBTQIA+ struggle. “We were a community crafted by resistance,” Pursell notes, highlighting how Richmond has always been about bringing people together against oppressive forces.

More Than Just a Celebration

With the ACLU tracking nearly 600 anti-LGBTQ bills across the country, this Pride event becomes more than a party - it’s a critical space of visibility and solidarity. The festival aims to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of identity, can feel seen and supported.

Nationwide Pride Momentum

Richmond’s event kicks off a Bay Area Pride season that includes celebrations in Concord, San Mateo, Fremont, San Francisco, Berkeley, and Oakland - proving that queer resistance isn’t just local, it’s a movement. So grab your rainbow gear and get ready to celebrate love, resilience, and community.