Montclair Pride Festival Returning For 2024: LGBTQ Pride Month
MONTCLAIR, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Out Montclair. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.Out Montclair, a nonprofit organization created to raise awareness and provide support and solidarity for the LGBTQ+ community of Montclair, announces its headline performer and sponsors for Montclair Pride, celebrated with a week of events leading to a daylong festival on Saturday, June 8 in downtown Montclair. Groundbreaking triple-threat queen Peppermint is the headliner for Montclair Pride’s MC Hotel main stage. Peppermint made history as the first openly transgender woman to compete on RuPaul's Drag Race in 2017. Beyond her pioneering role for trans visibility, she's an accomplished Broadway performer and vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.The outrageously charismatic Shi-Queeta-Lee, a veteran drag queen renowned in the community, will emcee the daylong celebration on MC Hotel’s main stage. Shi-Queeta-Lee made history as the first drag performer to take the stage at the White House.Audi Tristate Dealers returns as the presenting sponsor for Montclair Pride, marking their third consecutive year in this role. Out Montclair is also reprising its kids and family Pride offerings with its Family Zone sponsored by Ikea, featuring Drag Storytime, games, crafts and activities for our youngest attendees."Montclair Pride 2024 is shaping up to be our biggest, most vibrant celebration yet," said Marie Cottrell, Executive Director of Out Montclair. "We're honored to have trailblazer Peppermint headlining the main stage and legendary drag queen Shi-Queeta-Lee serving as host. With phenomenal sponsors like Audi, The MC Hotel, and Essex County plus a full week of incredible lead-up events, this festival will showcase the unity, artistry and resilience of our LGBTQ+ community."Cottrell emphasized the importance of this marquee annual event, one of Montclair's proudest days. "We welcome our entire community - artists, performers, sponsors, vendors, businesses and institutions - to join us downtown. It will be a spectacular celebration for the LGBTQ+ people, families and allies, elevating and in solidarity with this historically marginalized community."Highlighting last year's hugely successful event that drew over 26,000 visitors, Cottrell added, "As queer, drag and transgender communities face increasing legislative and rhetorical attacks nationwide, it's more crucial than ever to show up, speak out for acceptance and appreciation of all in the LGBTQ+ community. Montclair sets the standard for diversity, excellence and unity, especially during this outstanding week of events culminating in the daylong Pride celebration. We can't wait to see everyone there!"”The event has received overwhelming backing from prominent corporations, thriving small businesses, healthcare providers, and dedicated civic organizations and community partners across all sponsorship tiers. Sincere gratitude is expressed for the unwavering support of the following esteemed sponsors.Presenting Sponsor: Audi Tristate DealersEvent Sponsors: Essex County and Township of MontclairCollaborating Sponsor: Montclair Center BIDPlatinum Sponsors: ACME Markets/Kings Food Markets, Montclair State University, School of Rock Montclair, TD Bank, Van Degna Family, West of Hudson Real EstateMain Stage Sponsor: MC HotelFamily Zone Sponsor: IkeaGold Sponsors: Citizen Bank, Java Love, KPMG, Mental Health Association, Montclair Democratic Committee, Mountainside Medical Center, Paper Plane CoffeeIn-Kind Sponsors: Guerrero Gelato, The Lemon Bar, Macaroni Kid, Out in Jersey, Park Street AutomotiveSilver Sponsors: Christopher Street Financial, Coldwell Banker, ENT and Allergy Associates, Gilead, Hyderally & Associates, Juniper Yoga & Fitness, Mandelbaum Barrett PC, Montclair Department of Health, Montclair Public Library, Paper Mill Playhouse, RWJBH, The Institute for Advanced Recontruction, Valley Health System, YMCA of MontclairBronze Sponsors: ACLU of New Jersey, Bnai Keshet, California Closets, Cornerstone Montclair, Dentistry for Children, Ellie Mental Health – Montclair, European Wax Center, FIAF: French Institute Alliance Française, Gikas - The Restoration Specialists, Montclair Firefighters Foundation, Oaks Integrated Care, Partners for Health Foundation, Red Root Marketing, Temple Sholom of West Essex, The Eclectic Chic Boutique, Tutor Shack, Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, Weichert Upper MontclairSupport Montclair Pride by donating, or volunteering and subscribe to learn more about Montclair Pride.Further details on the festival's performer lineups, event schedules, sponsors and more will be announced soon. ABOUT OUT MONTCLAIROut Montclair is a nonprofit organization created to raise awareness and provide support and solidarity for the LGBTQ+ community of Montclair. We offer educational and charitable activities and events to promote inclusivity and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary, and gender-fluid youth and adults. In 2023, we produced over 80 events for our families, trans, teens, and 50+ communities. Additionally, we are a safe space where our community and our allies can come together and celebrate who we are. Visit www.outmontclair.org for more information.ABOUT MONTCLAIR PRIDEMontclair Pride, hosted by Out Montclair, raises awareness and strengthens ties in our community and among all LGBTQ+ people and allies in the region, as well as provides a celebration filled with art, culture, food, music and live performances to uplift LGBTQ+ people, issues and history. Montclair Pride 2023 welcomed over 26,500 guests making our Pride one of the largest in New Jersey. Follow Out Montclair on social media [@outmontclair] and visit outmontclair.org for the latest Montclair Pride 2024 updates.Don’t forget to visit the Patch Montclair Facebook page. Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected]. Learn more about advertising on Patch here.The article Montclair Pride Festival Returning For 2024: LGBTQ Pride Month appeared first on Montclair, NJ Patch.
Welcome to Billionaire Club Co LLC, your gateway to a brand-new social media experience! Sign up today and dive into over 10,000 fresh daily articles and videos curated just for your enjoyment. Enjoy the ad free experience, unlimited content interactions, and get that coveted blue check verification—all for just $1 a month!
Account Frozen
Your account is frozen. You can still view content but cannot interact with it.
Please go to your settings to update your account status.
Open Profile Settings