On June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Town Park will be full of people of all ages having fun — some in costume, parading, listening to music, playing games, eating, involved in art projects, having their photos taken, their faces painted, etc. — very actively celebrating Pride Day in Pagosa Springs.
Celebration is very important. At the same time, let us not overlook the more serious side of this event. On June 2 the Pagosa Springs Town Council will have on its agenda a serious document: the proclamation celebrating 2026 LGBTQ+ Pride Month proclaiming the month of June as Pride Month.
“Serious” because that proclamation speaks in terms of the “pursuit of equal rights” and “social justice,” of the town’s efforts to build “an inclusive, safe and affirming community,” and of the “fundamental right” to self-expression “at school, in their families, in public or in their workplace.” This is the bedrock upon which this land of immigrants was established and continues to thrive. That is how serious the matter is.
In fact, the Pagosa Pride mission statement underscores that serious intent: “to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, to advocate for equity and social justice, and to provide space for people of all colors, gender identities and sexual orientations to feel safe, welcome & loved!”
The planning team extends an invitation to the community at large. Join the celebrants in Town Park. Enjoy the community and the fun.
For more information, see the Pagosa Pride Facebook page or email pagosapride@gmail.com.
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