Hashtag: #PrideParade

Acting Premier Roban On Bermuda Pride Event

Speaking in advance of Bermuda’s first Pride Parade, Acting Premier Walter Roban stated, “Bermuda is a country with diverse opinions, ideologies and a history of strong spiritual convictions. “We encourage everyone to be mindful of the diverse perspectives on our island and to seek peaceful, respectful and law abiding means of expressing... Read more of this article

Photos: Local Businesses Fly Rainbow Flags

With Bermuda’s first Pride Parade set to take place this Saturday [Aug 31] a number of local businesses are flying the rainbow flag, including, but not limited to, the Bank of Butterfield, Hamilton Princess, Fairmont Southampton, Flanagan’s Irish Pub, Rego Sotheby International Realty, LifeThyme’s CrossFit, the Waterfront, and Seon... Read more of this article

Double Meaning For ‘Proud To Be Bermudian’

[Written by Zakiya Johnson Lord] The hashtag #ProudtobeBermudian gets to take on a double meaning on August 31st. As Bermuda prepares to host its first Pride event, it feels significant to place it within the broader Bermudian context. For me, Pride feels like an extension of who Bermuda and her people have always been. We take pride in ourselves wherever... Read more of this article

City Of Hamilton Gears Up For Pride Parade

There will be no full road closures to accommodate the Pride Parade this Saturday [Aug 31] but “rolling road closure will be utilized to keep adverse impact to access and traffic flow throughout the City to a minimum,” the City has confirmed. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton will play host to the inaugural Pride Parade in... Read more of this article

Martina Navratilova Tweets Ahead Of Pride

With Bermuda’s first ever Pride Parade set to take place on Saturday [Aug 31], tennis legend Martina Navratilova has tweeted in support of the event, telling everyone to “have fun.” Ms. Navratilova — who won 59 Grand Slam titles, including 9 Wimbledon singles championships; 167 singles and 177 doubles championships — was responding... Read more of this article

Photos: Rainbow Crosswalks Painted In Hamilton

[Updated with video + more information] As the island’s prepares for the inaugural Pride Parade, rainbow themed decorations continue to appear, with brightly coloured rainbow stripes being painted on two crosswalks in Hamilton today [Aug 25]. According to various posts on social media, supporters of the event approached the Corporation of Hamilton... Read more of this article

Photos: Rainbow & Roses Mural Underway

As the island prepares for the inaugural Pride Parade — which will be held on Saturday, August 31st — rainbow themed decor and flags can be seen going up in Hamilton, including a rainbow and roses themed mural on the partitions by the old Canadian Hotel in Hamilton. Related Stories Photos: Rainbow Crosswalks Painted In Hamilton Bacardi... Read more of this article

Third Point To Sponsor St Johns At Pride Parade

Third Point Reinsurance today announced that it will “sponsor the St John Ambulance service at this year’s Bermuda Pride.” “The theme of the Bermuda Pride Parade is ‘We Belong,’ which echoes Third Point Re’s initiative to foster a progressive and inclusive working environment. We strive to ensure that our people feel valued... Read more of this article

Pride Parade Start Time Moved To 11.00am

Citing the “level of support and the increased numbers expected for Bermuda’s first ever Pride Parade,” the organizers announced that they “decided to move the start time of the parade to 11am.” The poster says, “Since Bermuda’s first ever Pride parade was announced we have been overwhelmed with support and goodwill from... Read more of this article

Bank Of Butterfield Building Decorated For Pride

The Bank of Butterfield has decorated its head office in order to recognize and celebrate the upcoming Pride events, with the company highlighting the decorations on social media, with a photo and caption saying, “Butterfield head office getting dressed for Bermuda Pride 2019.” A spokesperson previously said, “Butterfield is providing financial... Read more of this article

Coral Beats To Take Part In Pride Parade

Coral Beats — the island’s all female drum band — said they are looking forward to participating in the inaugural Bermuda Pride Parade. “The theme of the Pride Parade, ‘We Belong’. is especially important to the members of Coral Beats where diversity is welcomed. The percussion group will play at Victoria Park and participate... Read more of this article

Hashtag: #PrideParade

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