Gate City Pride returns as Pride Month celebrations begin across eastern Idaho

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — Gate City Pride is returning to Pocatello this month with new leadership, a new location and a full day of family-friendly activities.

"This celebration is about community, inclusion, connection and supporting the many local businesses, nonprofits, artists and residents who make Southeast Idaho such a vibrant place to live." the Gate City Pride Board said in a statement.

This year's event is being organized by a newly formed Board of Directors, marking a new chapter for Gate City Pride in Southeast Idaho.

The annual event is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, at Centennial Park and will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This marks the first time the celebration will be held in Centennial Park.

According to Gate City Pride the one goal of the event is to connect community members with local nonprofits and organizations that provide services and resources throughout the region.

Gate City Pride is one of several Pride celebrations taking place across eastern Idaho this month. Rexburg Pride is also scheduled for June 20 at Porter Park, while Idaho Falls Pride will host its annual parade and festival June 27 along the Greenbelt.

Visitors are encouraged to park in the gravel lot adjacent to Pocatello Community Charter School and access the event by crossing the bridge into Centennial Park.

Additional information about the event is available at gatecitypride.org.