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Saturday, June 16, 2018
From 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm Raising Cane's River Center Arena Need a place to park? The Parking garages located next to the River Center will be $5 for all day event parking.
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Grand Marshal
Michael Wayne Smith
Among his many activities, Mike has been co-leader for the Metropolitan Community Church South Gulf Coast Network for the past six years and lay delegate/alternate lay delegate for MCC of Baton Rouge for the past nine years – in addition to serving as a dedicated volunteer and administrative assistant for MCCBR for the past 12 years.
For the full press release and to learn about the amazing Michael Wayne Smith, click here.
For the full press release and to learn about the amazing Michael Wayne Smith, click here.
art showIn partnership with Leur Magazine, Baton Rouge Pride is excited to provide a place for LGBT artists of Baton Rouge to show their art. For more information visit Leur Magazine online at www.LeurMag.com .
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENTWe have a full day of fun, live entertainment ready for everyone. From some amazing local bands to some out of towners, we have something for everyone.
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hiv tESTING
Do you know your status? No time to find out than now. We will be providing FREE HIV testing, no one will be turned down. All testing will be provided by:
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prefered hotels for pride fest 2018
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Richmond Inn and Suites
Enjoy yourself in the comforts of home just 5 miles from downtown Baton Rouge, the state Capital building, LSU and only an hour from New Orleans and the French Quarter. Enjoy complimentary high-speed wireless internet in each guest room, and a complimentary full hot breakfast every morning featuring your breakfast favorites. Hot waffles, biscuits, gravy, bacon or sausage, grits, burrito station, bread selection, assorted muffins, bagels with toppings, fresh fruit, pastries, cereal, yogurt, milk, juices and 100% Arabica coffee ensure your day is off to a great start. Our recently renovated guest rooms are sophisticated with upgraded bath amenities. All of our suites feature separate living areas and full equipped kitchens with 7 piece cookware set, full place setting for 4, glasses, flatware, cooking knives and utensils, dishwashing liquid and powder for dishwasher, full size refrigerator with ice maker, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster and coffee maker. Our Sport Court, hot tub, outdoor pool and fitness center make stays more enjoyable.
Call in reservations: 225-924-6500
Ask for Baton Rouge Pride Rate Group Code: 051518BAT |
Hilton Capital Center Downtown
Our historic Downtown Baton Rouge hotel is adjacent to the Shaw Center and the River Center Convention Center, less than five minutes to the Louisiana State Capitol and three miles from Louisiana State University. Take the complimentary shuttle to and from the airport and within a five-mile radius of our Baton Rouge, LA hotel. We are a AAA 4-Diamond hotel and proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Call in reservations: 225-344-5866
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Resource Fair
These are just some of the awesome businesses you'll see at Pride Fest! Don't see your company listed? Contact us today to be part of Pride Fest.
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Media Coverage
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Video provided by WVLA. Visit www.brproud.org
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Video provided by WVLA. Visit www.brproud.org
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photos from pride fest 2018
Photos by JDanielPhotography63 and Erika Hardwood