Midlands LGBT+ Project and Laois Pride have announced final details of the fourth Laois Pride Festival.
Laois Pride parade and festival is taking place from September 8 to the 14 in Portlaoise.
The week is filled with events from a clothes swaps, a clothing upcycling workshop to a gaymes night and a pet friendly walk.
On Saturday September 13, Laois Pride Parade and family friendly festival will take place all day with the Laois Pride Parade kicking off at 12pm from Fitzmaurice Place in Portlaoise.
At 1pm at Laois School of Music there will be a free pride fun day with games, market vendors, performances and more.
For the night time, the action head to Kavanaghs for an evening of Drag Queens and performances from Sing Along Social and more.
A spokesperson said: “Showcasing the incredible diversity and inclusivity that we are proud of in Laois and celebrating our LGBT+ community.
“Everyone is welcome to join in the parade or stand on the streets waving the parade on.”
Laois Pride has been organised by Midlands LGBT+ Project, the only dedicated adult LGBT+ support service of its kind in the Midlands.
They hold regular support and social groups and if anyone needs any support, they are welcome to reach out to them.
The spokesperson continued: “If you would like any more information or to join one of their groups you can get in touch via their Instagram, twitter or facebook @midlandslgbt or you can email help@midlandslgbtproject.com.”
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