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Foxywolf · 16th Jul 2011, 09:35 AM

I am going to march in Rochester pride for the first time ever, I am excited, but does anyone have any advice for me? Like what should I expect, what should I bring ect.

Also what experiences has everyone had at pride? Like did you enjoy it?

kiersten · 16th Jul 2011, 10:10 AM

I'm really wanting to go to the Pride event an hour away from me, which kind of works because I'm not out to anyone here where I live. I'm still a little nervous about it all, so i haven't really decided yet, since I plan on going as me, which I've never done in public yet...

Paul_UK · 16th Jul 2011, 10:19 AM

I went to Bourne Free here in Bournemouth last weekend.

It was a good day but it is mostly about having a party now. There was nothing about any of the equality issues still to be tackled, acceptance or anything. On the parade there were floats from the main gay venues, plus banners of a couple of trade unions and a LGBT welcoming church. No Stonewall or Outrage or anything like that. So it has lost it's purpose to me now.

There were a lot of people out to see the parade though. It went through the town centre at a busy time (Saturday lunchtime). So if you are not out then don't join in the parade in your own town unless you want to come out in a big way!

After the parade it was entertainment (lots of drag acts and local singers) in a cordoned off area which cost £10 to get in. The pubs and clubs were packed in the evening.

Hitchhiker · 17th Jul 2011, 09:55 AM

I didn't get to go to my local gay parade because I was busy, but the day after there was a festival. I actually came out to my friend and she was like SURE I'LL GO WITH YOU! (she's straight, but an ally

) Which was pretty awesome. For us, our festival was a bunch of booths giving out information, stickers, pins, and lots of free condoms, for some reason. It was really fun!

Shevanel · 17th Jul 2011, 01:13 PM

SanDiego Pride was yesterday, but Jesse and I didn't go, even though it was literally the next block over. We played videogames and watched some BSG instead :3

Revan · 17th Jul 2011, 03:59 PM

Not only am I going to my first next Sunday, BUT I'M GOING TO BE ON THE FREAKING FLOAT XD I'm so excited. It's with Rogers TV, and I'll be on their float (or walking beside though I'm hoping ON it), but yeah I'm so thrilled.

thylvin · 17th Jul 2011, 04:07 PM

You guys are lucky, we do not have anything like that here in Namibia, we have to go to South Africa for that LOL

hopefully in the near future this will change.

crazyhead · 17th Jul 2011, 09:25 PM

My boyfriend and I go every year. We went this year. We always design our own shirts together. In my experience, you can pretty much just do what you want, have fun, be nice. Really all we'd do is cheer at people marching and catch stuff they through. But it's always really fun. It's just fun being around so many other gay people and gay supportive people. I should socialize more next time. I hope to someday actually be part of the parade. That would be awesome.

Kso1995 · 17th Jul 2011, 09:35 PM

i didnt go but i saw a panflet of it with lots of ripped guys on it :P i should of soooo went

**Lexington** · 17th Jul 2011, 09:53 PM

I went, as always. But didn't go to any festivities afterwards, because it was held on Father's Day, so I went to go have brunch with my dad. Long story as to what happened after that...

Lex

Random Dent · 17th Jul 2011, 09:59 PM

I wish there was one close to where I live. =(

adam88 · 18th Jul 2011, 05:35 AM

I did.

It was fun, and crowded, and hot.

Idonteven · 18th Jul 2011, 12:14 PM

I went to my first this year and Its changed my life quite a lot already. I doubt I had the normal pride experience but I've met some wonderful people, and maybe forming a new relationship.

Not only that but I've got a whole new gay group of friends, which I felt like I needed.

Oh and I've rubbed shoulders with Hollywood people.

So go and enjoy!

kiersten · 18th Jul 2011, 01:40 PM

I'm going, I'm going, I'm going! Eeek! Since I just came out to my friend yesterday, she said she'd go with me & walk in the parade on Sunday for support with me, which is super awesome because I know I'm going to be super nervous! I'm also going to get some pics of me so I can post them in an album here for everybody! I'm actually really excited now!

**TheEdend** · 18th Jul 2011, 01:49 PM

Definitely going! Our parade is in October so I still have to wait a bit, but its going to be amazing! We might be walking as a GSA, but we are still working on the details. We'll see!!

While I don't completely support EVERYTHING that happens at pride. I still love the feeling of being surrounded by thousands of people that feel just like you. There is nothing like it

Foxywolf · 18th Jul 2011, 04:52 PM

Haha yeah, so I went the first time and it was great! I marched with the gay alliance and we did chants like, "Two, four, six, eight are you sure your kids are straight!" and "Hi ho hi ho hi ho, homophobia's got to go!"
It was a lot of fun and at the festival afterwards I bought a lot of pride stuff, even got a little rainbow flag! I went with two friends, one was a straight ally and the other was bisexual!

It was hot, but I am glad I went!

TraceElement · 18th Jul 2011, 11:17 PM

I went to ROC pride and festival too!!!!!! Sorry, got a little excited. I had a blast as well.

Will most definately have to go again next year.

Colton · 18th Jul 2011, 11:23 PM

I couldn't go this year ( Damn! D: ). But I'm planning on going next year with one of my good friends(:

Allecto · 19th Jul 2011, 11:27 AM

I went to NoHo Pride. I had a Free Hugs sign. :3

MrBlueSky · 19th Jul 2011, 03:22 PM

I went to pride in Dublin last month; it was amazing. So much colour,and everyone had a smile on their face. I felt like I could finally be who I am ^^ There were lots of floats,and crowds,obviously. You could maybe buy a pride flag and bring it,and paint your face. Or maybe design a shirt and wear it. That's what I did. Pride is great fun and I hope you enjoy it,it's a great day for everyone. So just stay safe,have fun and show your pride!

16th Jul 2011, 09:35 AM	#1
Foxywolf EC Addict Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: 95% Lesbian Out Status: One foot out of the closet (Out to 10 people) Location: New York State, near Rochester Age: 19 Posts: 322 Join Date: Jan 2011	Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I am going to march in Rochester pride for the first time ever, I am excited, but does anyone have any advice for me? Like what should I expect, what should I bring ect. Also what experiences has everyone had at pride? Like did you enjoy it? __________________ "Say what you mean and mean what you say because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."

16th Jul 2011, 10:10 AM	#2
kiersten KierstenChromium, Mistress Of Metal Full Member Gender: Transgender - MtF Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: Out to 127 people & my parents & 1 cousin so far Location: Sarnia, ON Posts: 1,331 Join Date: Jun 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I'm really wanting to go to the Pride event an hour away from me, which kind of works because I'm not out to anyone here where I live. I'm still a little nervous about it all, so i haven't really decided yet, since I plan on going as me, which I've never done in public yet... __________________ Penny: What's Sheldon's deal? Leonard: What do you mean "deal"? Penny : You know, like, what's his deal? Is it girls? Guys? Sock puppets? Leonard: Honestly, we've been operating under the assumption that he has no deal.

16th Jul 2011, 10:19 AM	#3
Paul_UK Former Empty Closets Admin Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Bournemouth, UK Age: 47 Posts: 13,155 Join Date: Nov 2004	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went to Bourne Free here in Bournemouth last weekend. It was a good day but it is mostly about having a party now. There was nothing about any of the equality issues still to be tackled, acceptance or anything. On the parade there were floats from the main gay venues, plus banners of a couple of trade unions and a LGBT welcoming church. No Stonewall or Outrage or anything like that. So it has lost it's purpose to me now. There were a lot of people out to see the parade though. It went through the town centre at a busy time (Saturday lunchtime). So if you are not out then don't join in the parade in your own town unless you want to come out in a big way! After the parade it was entertainment (lots of drag acts and local singers) in a cordoned off area which cost £10 to get in. The pubs and clubs were packed in the evening. __________________ Paul

17th Jul 2011, 09:55 AM	#4
Hitchhiker Member Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: A few people Posts: 74 Join Date: Jun 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I didn't get to go to my local gay parade because I was busy, but the day after there was a festival. I actually came out to my friend and she was like SURE I'LL GO WITH YOU! (she's straight, but an ally ) Which was pretty awesome. For us, our festival was a bunch of booths giving out information, stickers, pins, and lots of free condoms, for some reason. It was really fun!

17th Jul 2011, 01:13 PM	#5
Shevanel One Is Light. One Is Dark. Full Member Gender: The Dude Orientation: Bi-Winning Out Status: Everybody and Your Mom. Location: Bolivar, Ohio (From NY though) Age: 21 Posts: 7,672 Join Date: Dec 2008	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? SanDiego Pride was yesterday, but Jesse and I didn't go, even though it was literally the next block over. We played videogames and watched some BSG instead :3 __________________ If there were no rewards to reap, No loving embrace to see me through this tedious path I've chosen here, I certainly would've walked away by now. Gonna wait it out... Be patient.

17th Jul 2011, 03:59 PM	#6
Revan EC Addict Full Member Gender: M for MEEP! Orientation: Mutant and Proud Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Windsor, Ontario Age: 24 Posts: 6,564 Join Date: Jun 2005	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? Not only am I going to my first next Sunday, BUT I'M GOING TO BE ON THE FREAKING FLOAT XD I'm so excited. It's with Rogers TV, and I'll be on their float (or walking beside though I'm hoping ON it), but yeah I'm so thrilled. __________________ "Is there some reason my coffee isn't here? Has she died or something?" - Miranda Priestly. Strength is not defined by physical capacity, but by indomitable will. ~ Mahatma Gandhi Procrastination is like masturbation, in the end you just wind up screwing yourself.

17th Jul 2011, 04:07 PM	#7
thylvin Green thumb Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Windhoek Age: 32 Posts: 860 Join Date: Jun 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? You guys are lucky, we do not have anything like that here in Namibia, we have to go to South Africa for that LOL hopefully in the near future this will change. __________________ You are who you are, unique and a beautiful person. You are the only one of your kind and let no one tell you any diffrent, they are usualy jealous of you. F the people We are the people!!!!

17th Jul 2011, 09:25 PM	#8
crazyhead flying away Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Texas Age: 22 Posts: 247 Join Date: Jul 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? My boyfriend and I go every year. We went this year. We always design our own shirts together. In my experience, you can pretty much just do what you want, have fun, be nice. Really all we'd do is cheer at people marching and catch stuff they through. But it's always really fun. It's just fun being around so many other gay people and gay supportive people. I should socialize more next time. I hope to someday actually be part of the parade. That would be awesome.

17th Jul 2011, 09:35 PM	#9
Kso1995 Member Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Venice, California Age: 16 Posts: 83 Join Date: Mar 2010	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? i didnt go but i saw a panflet of it with lots of ripped guys on it :P i should of soooo went __________________ Let's get one thing straight, I'm not.

17th Jul 2011, 09:53 PM	#10
Lexington The gay gargoyle EC Advisor Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Colorado Age: 42 Posts: 12,372 Join Date: Dec 2007	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went, as always. But didn't go to any festivities afterwards, because it was held on Father's Day, so I went to go have brunch with my dad. Long story as to what happened after that... Lex

17th Jul 2011, 09:59 PM	#11
Random Dent Liebe ist für alle da! Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: La la la ladies Out Status: I don't care who knows Location: California Age: 27 Posts: 1,692 Join Date: Feb 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I wish there was one close to where I live. =( __________________ No government has the right to tell its citizens when or whom to love. The only queer people are those who don't love anybody Rita Mae Brown

18th Jul 2011, 05:35 AM	#12
adam88 EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Pansexual. Or bi. Same thing. Out Status: Yes. Location: Toronto, Canada Age: 30 Posts: 797 Join Date: Nov 2009	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I did. It was fun, and crowded, and hot. __________________ --Brendan A coming out is never late, Frodo Baggins. Nor is it early. You come out precisely when you mean to. -not Gandalf

18th Jul 2011, 12:14 PM	#13
Idonteven Enigma Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: England, United Kingdom Age: 21 Posts: 535 Join Date: Jan 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went to my first this year and Its changed my life quite a lot already. I doubt I had the normal pride experience but I've met some wonderful people, and maybe forming a new relationship. Not only that but I've got a whole new gay group of friends, which I felt like I needed. Oh and I've rubbed shoulders with Hollywood people. So go and enjoy!

18th Jul 2011, 01:40 PM	#14
kiersten KierstenChromium, Mistress Of Metal Full Member Gender: Transgender - MtF Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: Out to 127 people & my parents & 1 cousin so far Location: Sarnia, ON Posts: 1,331 Join Date: Jun 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I'm going, I'm going, I'm going! Eeek! Since I just came out to my friend yesterday, she said she'd go with me & walk in the parade on Sunday for support with me, which is super awesome because I know I'm going to be super nervous! I'm also going to get some pics of me so I can post them in an album here for everybody! I'm actually really excited now! __________________ Penny: What's Sheldon's deal? Leonard: What do you mean "deal"? Penny : You know, like, what's his deal? Is it girls? Guys? Sock puppets? Leonard: Honestly, we've been operating under the assumption that he has no deal.

18th Jul 2011, 01:49 PM	#15
TheEdend Hope will never be silent EC Moderator Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Extended family still doesn't know Location: Orlando, Florida Age: 21 Posts: 2,831 Join Date: Mar 2010	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? Definitely going! Our parade is in October so I still have to wait a bit, but its going to be amazing! We might be walking as a GSA, but we are still working on the details. We'll see!! While I don't completely support EVERYTHING that happens at pride. I still love the feeling of being surrounded by thousands of people that feel just like you. There is nothing like it __________________ “You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result” -Gandhi

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18th Jul 2011, 04:52 PM	#16
Foxywolf EC Addict Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: 95% Lesbian Out Status: One foot out of the closet (Out to 10 people) Location: New York State, near Rochester Age: 19 Posts: 322 Join Date: Jan 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? Haha yeah, so I went the first time and it was great! I marched with the gay alliance and we did chants like, "Two, four, six, eight are you sure your kids are straight!" and "Hi ho hi ho hi ho, homophobia's got to go!" It was a lot of fun and at the festival afterwards I bought a lot of pride stuff, even got a little rainbow flag! I went with two friends, one was a straight ally and the other was bisexual! It was hot, but I am glad I went! __________________ "Say what you mean and mean what you say because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."

18th Jul 2011, 11:17 PM	#17
TraceElement The one and only Full Member Gender: Genderqueer Orientation: Kinsey 4 Out Status: to most people who matter Location: Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 455 Join Date: Jan 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went to ROC pride and festival too!!!!!! Sorry, got a little excited. I had a blast as well. Will most definately have to go again next year. __________________ Carpe Diem- Grab life by the balls, one day at a time.

18th Jul 2011, 11:23 PM	#18
Colton Hit the Lights Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Any one who wants to know Location: California Age: 15 Posts: 1,210 Join Date: Jan 2010	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I couldn't go this year ( Damn! D: ). But I'm planning on going next year with one of my good friends(: __________________ "It's always been about me, myself, and I. I thought relationships were nothing but a waste of time. I never wanted to be anybody's other half. I was happy saying I know love, it wouldn't last." <3

19th Jul 2011, 11:27 AM	#19
Allecto Fear this queer Full Member Gender: Femmebot Orientation: I'm pansexual, but right now I prefer femmes. ^_^ Out Status: So out of the closet that I was never really in. Location: The Berkshires Age: 22 Posts: 352 Join Date: Aug 2010	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went to NoHo Pride. I had a Free Hugs sign. :3 __________________ And don't you know you're beautiful. ♥

19th Jul 2011, 03:22 PM	#20
MrBlueSky Newbie Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Bi-Lesbian with very few exceptions. Out Status: Bisexual to most. Lesbian to only a few. Location: Dublin Posts: 8 Join Date: Jul 2011	Re: Who is going (or went) to their pride parade? I went to pride in Dublin last month; it was amazing. So much colour,and everyone had a smile on their face. I felt like I could finally be who I am ^^ There were lots of floats,and crowds,obviously. You could maybe buy a pride flag and bring it,and paint your face. Or maybe design a shirt and wear it. That's what I did. Pride is great fun and I hope you enjoy it,it's a great day for everyone. So just stay safe,have fun and show your pride!