Tampa gay parade

Experience vibrant events that honor the LGBTQIA+ community in the fast growing Tampa Bay area. Carrie, your remarkable dedication and unwavering service as President of Tampa Pride over the past 12 years have been deeply valued. Celebrate diversity, love, and unity at Tampa Pride.

This year’s grand marshals are local trailblazers Larry Biddle and David Warner. The day will feature a diversity parade and a street festival (11am – 4pm), showcasing the rich culture and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community in the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa Tampa Parade & Festival Request ADA disability accommodations for meetings, hearings or events. The Tampa Pride Board announced it won’t hold its Tampa Pride Festival, Diversity Parade or any associated events in and would not renew the contract for the organization’s president.

Sincerely, The Board of Tampa Pride. The annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade steps off at 4pm on Saturday, March 29, in historic Ybor City, also known as the GaYBOR District. On behalf of the Board, Thank You for all your commitment and contributions throughout your tenure as a parade devoted community individual and leader.

The current political and economic climate, including challenges with corporate sponsorships, reductions in county, state and federal grant funding, and the discontinuation of DEI programs under Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, has made it increasingly difficult for our organization to sustain ongoing operations for Due to these challenges, the Board has made the difficult decision to implement a one-year hiatus of the annual Tampa Pride Festival and Diversity Parade and all the affiliated Tampa Pride events.

The Tampa Pride Board regrets to inform you that your employment contract with Tampa Pride will conclude on August 31, Currently, we are unable to renew your contract. The Tampa Pride announced on Facebook that it has decided to take a “one-year hiatus” from hosting its annual Tampa Pride Festival and Diversity Parade due to “the current economic and.

Join the celebration and make an impact. The Board, Directors, committee members, and the community are profoundly grateful for your tireless efforts and leadership, which have left a lasting impact on our organization and the many events you have brought to the city and county that had showcased our unique inclusive area across the country.

However, this pause is necessary for the organization to regroup, reassess our long-term strategy, and identify additional avenues gay funding to secure the future stability of Tampa Pride events.