Ark Valley pride parade

JUNE 7
Kicks off at
2:30 P.M. in alpine park

 
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Each year the the Ark Valley Pride Parade grows larger and larger with thousands of Chaffee County residents walking in solidarity with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, their families, and allies.

Join us again this year and participate in the Purple People Powered Pride Parade. 

2:30 p.m. - Meet in Alpine Park
We will gather near the lions in Alpine Park at the corner of 4th and F Streets in Downtown Salida. A zhuzhing table to help you put finishing touches on yourself and/or your people-powered ride will be available.

3:00 p.m. - Ark Valley Pride Parade Ramp Up
Don't miss our warm-up speaker who will motivate us with words to contemplate during our parade walk to the events at Riverside Park.

Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. - Henry Ford
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What do I wear?
Since it is the Purple People Powered Pride Parade, we hope that you will wear purple, a color representing unity. Be fabulous, be YOU!

May we have a float?
As long as it is powered by people, you can do what you need to do. Bicycles, skateboards, wheelchairs, tricycles, wagons, etc. If you can push it, pull it, or pedal it, you can be a part of the parade.

Is there parking?
Two-hour street parking is available throughout Downtown Salida. Free municipal lots are available on 1st Street between G and I Streets (dirt lot), at the SteamPlant Event Center at 220 West Sackett Avenue, and between 1st and Sackett on G Street.

Should we make signs?
Absolutely! We just ask that your messages are inclusive, positive, and respectful of others. This is a family-friendly, community-oriented event.

Can my organization march in the Parade?
As long as your group represents an inclusive, positive, and respectful message, you are absolutely welcome!

Are pets welcome?
Although pets are welcome in the parade, they are not allowed in either of the parks. We recommend making care arrangements for your furry family members prior to the Picnic in Riverside Park.