Pride Celebration in Grand Marais: Photo Gallery
Jun 12, 2023 08:54AM ● By Editor
Community members of all ages gathered around the stage for the rally
June 11, 2023 by Rae Wojcik Poynter for Boreal Community Media
On Saturday, June 10, Cook County community members gathered in Harbor Park to celebrate Pride in Grand Marais. This event was put on by the Cook County Pride Committee, and included, speakers, music, dancing, and a march through Grand Marais.
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Festivities had started earlier in the weekend with a film showing, Drag Queen Story Hour, yoga, sign-making, and a presentation by Outfront MN.
Those who attended the event in Harbor Park also enjoyed a community meal following the rally and march.
Enjoy the following photos of the main event!
Volunteers at the Pride Committee table welcomed people to the event
The rally took place around a stage set up in Harbor Park in downtown Grand Marais
Community members of all ages gathered around the stage for the rally
Angel Kelly and other community members led the group in dance
Angel Kelly and other community members led the group in dance
Local musician Ben Nichols played piano and sang
LQBTQ+ speakers of all ages shared wisdom, encouragement, and their experiences with the crowd
LQBTQ+ speakers of all ages shared wisdom, encouragement, and their experiences with the crowd
Signs from Saturday’s sign-making event, ready to be taken out on the march
The crowd left Harbor Park to start the march around Grand Marais
The march included singing, flag-waving, and lots of smiles and car honks from passersby
The march headed up Highway 61 and back again to Harbor Park
Back in Harbor Park, several community sponsors had tables set up for people to stop by
The main event wrapped up with a free, outdoor community dinner
