The county of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation will celebrate Pride Month with “Pride at the Park” throughout the month of June with events taking place June 1–30 at 59 park locations across Los Angeles county and the Santa Clarita Valley.
Participating parks and natural areas will include:
Dr. Richard H. Rioux Memorial Park
26233 W. Faulkner Drive, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
Ryan M. Clinkunbroomer Castaic Sports Complex
31230 Castaic Road, Castaic, CA 91384
Placerita Canyon Nature Center
19152 Placerita Canyon Road, Newhall, CA 91321
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Nature Center
10700 Escondido Canyon Road, Agua Dulce, CA 91390
Val Verde Community Regional Park
30300 West Arlington Road, Val Verde, CA 91384
In partnership with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and local LGBTQIA+ organizations, Pride at the Park will bring communities together through inclusive and welcoming experiences that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and allies while promoting connection, wellness and belonging.
Throughout June, participating parks will host a variety of free programs and activities including mini Pride festivals, live performances, LGBTQIA+ history and educational experiences, health and wellness programming, arts activities, recreation opportunities and more. Event offerings will vary by location.
Pride Month programming will also include Natural Areas Division events at nature centers and natural areas from June 6–28, featuring guided hikes, wellness activities, community booths and outdoor Pride experiences.
“Parks are places where communities come together, and Pride at the Park reflects our commitment to ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and represented in those spaces,” said Norma E. García-González, Director of LA County Parks. “Through these events, we celebrate the richness of Los Angeles County’s LGBTQIA+ community and create opportunities for residents of all ages to connect, learn and enjoy meaningful experiences together.”
Pride at the Park events will take place from Monday, June 1 through Tuesday, June 30. For event details, participating locations and additional information, visit parks.lacounty.gov/pride.
For additional Nature Center programming and event information, visit parks.lacounty.gov/nature-centers-and-gardens/.
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