Fort Worth LGBT History Month pride parade returns for first time since 2019
More than 100 people marched through the streets of downtown Fort Worth on Saturday morning in the first LGBT History Month pride parade in the city since 2019.
People gathered at the Water Gardens around 9 a.m. to hear speeches from politicians and ministers, all of whom praised the progress made toward LGBT rights and pointed out areas that still need work, such as recognition of violent crimes targeting the gay and trans community and work to protect the rights of same sex couples to get married.
In several instances, the crowd chanted things like “y’all means all” and “love wins” between speakers to drown out the sound of homophobic street preachers who had gathered in the area with microphones.
After the speakers, the crowd took to the streets of downtown, marching with pride flags, banners and signs and chanting along the way. In some areas, people joined the chants of those in the parade or cheered as they walked by.
Attendees were excited to get back to the annual event, even in a smaller capacity than in the past. The event, which usually includes a picnic and other events throughout the week, is expected to return to its full slate of activities next October.