River City Pride Parade turns downtown streets into open streets filled with floats, live music, and bright color. It’s free and easy to join from sidewalks and plazas. Bikes and the bus are common since traffic pauses and the route becomes a walkable corridor.

It’s coming on the calendar, and plans are already forming. We were part of the cheering and supported the people who make the region feel stronger, more vibrant, and welcoming. Afterward, it’s common to slide onto a patio for snacks and keep the day going.