FAQ
- What time does the Parade begin?
Noon. - Where does the Parade begin?
The parade route is TBA- check back for updates! - What time does the Festival begin?
Noon. - Where is the Pride Festival?
Boston City Hall Plaza. - How can I register for the Parade and Festival?
To register for the Parade, download the form on the Parade page. To register for the Festival, download the form on the Festival page. Then fill out the form and mail it with a check to the address indicated on the application. - How long is Pride Week?
9 days. - How does Pride Week begin?
Pride week begins with the Flag Raising on City Hall Plaza - What is the history of the Pride Flag and what do the colors mean?
The rainbow flag was first used to symbolize gay pride and diversity by San Francisco artist Gilbert Baker and the original was hand-dyed. It first flew in the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade on June 25, 1978. The flag consisted of eight stripes; Baker assigned specific meaning to each of the colors:
· hot pink - sex
· red - life
· orange - healing
· yellow - sunlight
· green - nature
· turquoise - magic
· blue - serenity
· violet - spirit
As of 2006, it currently consists of six colored stripes of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. It is most commonly flown with the red stripe on top, as the colors appear in a natural rainbow. The rainbow flag, sometimes called the freedom flag, has been used as a symbol of gay pride and gay rights since the 1980s. - How is Pride paid for?
Pride is supported by Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals who are committed to visibility and diversity in New England. - How can I make a contribution to the Boston Pride
Committee?
Send Donations to:
The Boston Pride Committee
398 Columbus Ave. #285
Boston, MA 02116 - Do you recycle at Pride events?
Yes. - Are Pride events handicap accessible?
Yes. - How can someone advertise with Pride?
Please see our sponsorship page for information.