New Hope Celebrates PrideFest 2022 (PA)

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New Hope Pride, the annual Pride which takes place from 20th to the 22nd May 2022.

2022 Pride season is BACK! New Hope Celebrates traditionally starts Pride season off early with one of the first Pride celebrations of the season; this year, everyone will be “Dancing in the Streets.” The NHC PrideFest spans two towns in two different states — Lambertville, NJ, and New Hope, PA. The events range from a spectacular Pride Parade and Fair to Dance Parties, Activities, Educational, and Gay History events throughout the week, leading up to PrideFest from May 20th - 22nd. Pride Parade & Fair- Saturday, May 21, 2022.

Pride fair
Following the Pride Parade, the fair will be held at the end of South Main Street in New Hope, PA at Pride Park in the American Legion car park, entrance on New Street.
A fun-filled family event, the fair celebrates diversity. Visitors will find vendors featuring crafts, jewellery, and clothing, information from local LGBTQ+ organizations, samples, and giveaways. Dance to local and national performers as well as a live DJ.
The fair is open from noon until 4:00 pm. There is a $5 suggested donation to enter, with children under 10 free. Attendees will receive a stamp to come and go freely.

Pride fest
Since 2003 New Hope Celebrates has hosted one of the first Prides of the season in May. Usually held in June, there are over 1,000 annual Pride celebrations worldwide.
Set in the lush greenery of the Delaware River Valley, our Pride festival connects two towns in two different states by the New Hope & Lambertville Bridge. Drawing more than 15,000 people annually, New Hope Celebrates joins together the LGBT friendly towns of Lambertville, NJ and New Hope, PA.
Our festival features a grand parade with over 700 participants, beginning in Lambertville, NJ and crossing over the Delaware River into New Hope, PA. We feature both local and national marching bands, floats and non-profit organizations. The highlight of the parade is New Hope Celebrates’ very own 100ft. Rainbow Equality Flag in eight colours!
The week-long festivities include special events, parties and educational activities, culminating with the parade and fair with Live Entertainment. Whether you come for a day or stay for the week, there is something for everyone!

After party
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