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Pride Blooms: Toms River & Seaside Heights Unite for Annual Fest
13 Jun
Summary
- Toms River and Seaside Heights celebrated the eighth annual pride festival.
- The three-day event featured live music, vendors, food, and film screenings.
- A drag brunch event concluded the festival with ticketed entry.
The towns of Toms River and Seaside Heights recently united to host the eighth annual Toms River Pride Festival, a significant community event presented by the Toms River Artist Community. This three-day celebration commenced on a Friday evening with a lively DJ and karaoke night held at Jimbo's Bar & Grill, situated on the Seaside Heights boardwalk.
The festival's main day, Saturday, featured the Toms River Pride Festival itself, taking place in the township's downtown area. Attendees enjoyed a variety of attractions, including live musical performances, numerous vendors offering unique goods, and a selection of food and drinks. A notable event was the 20th-anniversary screening of the film "Freeheld" at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library, adding a cultural dimension to the festivities.
The concluding day of the festival, Sunday, offered a special "Pork Roll, Egg & Queens" drag brunch. Hosted at the Seaside Social House in Seaside Heights, this event featured acclaimed performers Lady Celestina, Spectra Electra, and Lexi Pro. Tickets for the drag brunch were priced at $40, marking a unique and entertaining end to the weekend's events.
