Kansas City’s Vibrant LGBTQ+ Celebrations
The website provides a guide to the various Pride Month events and celebrations taking place in Kansas City in June 2023. It highlights 14 ways to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, including art exhibits, sports events, concerts, mixers, Pride festivals, and a parade.
The guide begins with two exhibitions commemorating Jaymes Leahy, a visual artist and KCAI graduate who was affected by the AIDS crisis. The exhibitions will be held at the UMKC library’s special collections gallery and the Kansas City Art Institute’s gallery throughout June, with special events on June 16 and June 17.
On June 3, the KC Current women’s soccer team will host its annual Pride Night game at Children’s Mercy Park, featuring community organizations, Pride-themed merchandise, and giveaways. The following day, Choral Spectrum, an LGBTQ vocal choir, will perform affirming music at Holmeswood Baptist Church.
The guide also highlights the Youth Pride Mixer, a kid-friendly event at the Black Box performance space on June 4, offering a safe environment for LGBTQ+ young people to celebrate Pride Month. On June 9-11, the Kansas City Pridefest takes place in Theis Park, featuring live performances, food trucks, vendors, and community organizations.
The guide culminates with the Kansas City Pride Parade on June 10, starting at Westport Road and Broadway Boulevard and ending at Theis Park. The parade will showcase community groups, floats, performers, and pageant winners.
Overall, the website provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse Pride Month events and celebrations happening in Kansas City, offering residents and visitors numerous opportunities to support and engage with the LGBTQ+ community throughout June.
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