Where to celebrate Pride Month in western Massachusetts
Hampshire Pride Parade and Festival held in Northampton
While Hampshire Pride in Northampton took place at the beginning of May, the majority of Pride celebrations typically take place throughout the month of June. From parades to flag-raising ceremonies, there are a variety of events for western Mass. residents to attend all month long.
June 2 – Amherst Pride Flag Raising and Proclamation: Town Hall, 5:30 p.m.
June 22 – Amherst Pride Parade and Celebration: Amherst Town Common, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Parade begins at Amherst-Pelham Regional High School.
June 1 – 4th Annual Belchertown Pride: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Pride flag raising at Town Hall, followed by march to Town Common. Vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly entertainment will be provided throughout the event.
June 12 – Chicopee Pride: Szot Park, 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities and entertainment.
June 7 – Franklin/Greenfield Pride: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Parade begins on Federal Street and marches to Energy Park. The festival will host musical acts, circus performers, and food trucks.
June 2 – Pride Flag Raising: City Hall, 5:00 p.m.
June 14 – Holyoke Pride Rainbow Run: Ashley Reservoir, 10:00 a.m.
June 21 – Holyoke Pridefest: Veterans Park, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The event will host food and art vendors, as well as performers.
June 14: Lee Pride Festival: The Pride Market will be open on Park Place from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. At 5:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m., a Family Friendly Drag Show and Dance Party will take place at the Starving Artist Cafe. The cafe will host an adults-only (18+) Drag Show and Dance Party at 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
June 20 – North Adams Pride Night: Main Street, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Features a variety of local entertainers for an unforgettable night in the Berkshires.
June 1 – Rainbow Run 5k: Ashuwillcook Rail Trail, 9:00 a.m.
June 7 – Berkshire Pride: Pittsfield Common, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The parade is marching on North Street for the first time this year. Those in attendance can enjoy food trucks, vendors, and live entertainment.
June 5 – The YOU Ball Fundraising Gala: MGM Springfield ARIA Ballroom, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. This annual event supports the work of the Springfield Pride Parade Organization, especially the Safe Space After School Program.
June 7 – Springfield Pride Parade and Block Party: Stearns Square, 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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