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Cottingham Celebrates First Ever Pride Festival
6 Jun
Summary
- Cottingham Pride festival runs from July 30 to August 2.
- A main celebration day is set for August 1 at the Cross Keys pub.
- The event aims to make the LGBTQ+ community feel included.
East Yorkshire's Cottingham is preparing to host its very first Pride festival, scheduled to take place between July 30 and August 2. This significant event aims to foster a sense of inclusion for the village's LGBTQ+ community.
The festival will commence on July 30 with a village market on King Street, featuring a Pride fire engine and merchandise. The primary celebration is slated for August 1 at the Cross Keys pub, running from 12:00 to 18:00 BST, offering music, stalls, and information. Kristoffs Cafe Bar and Restaurant will also host a garden party, while Zion URC Church plans a Pride service on Sunday.
Organizers are focusing on making Cottingham a welcoming village by encouraging shop front decorations, rather than a large-scale march. The inaugural event is self-funded, and there is a hope for future years to secure additional funding to expand the festival's offerings.
