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4th annual Haddon Township Pride Parade and a PRIDE + Progress Community Night will take place June 6-7

originally published: 06/05/2024

(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- The 4th annual Haddon Township Pride Parade and a PRIDE + Progress Community Night will take place June 6-7, 2024 in collaboration with and celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Thursday, June 6 at 6:00pm - HT Pride Parade + After Party. This year's parade promises to be a vibrant showcase of LGBTQ+ and ally performers, organizations, and community volunteers, coming together to create an unforgettable parade experience. Starting at the corner of Crystal Lake and Haddon Avenues, the parade will culminate in a festive after-party at Haddon Square, featuring music, entertainment, dancing, food, and drinks. It takes place on Thursday, June 6th, from 6:00pm-10:00pm along Haddon Avenue (RSVP via Facebook)

Friday, June 7 at 5:30pm - HT Pride + Progress Community Night. Continue the celebration with them from 5:30pm-9:30pm at Haddon Square (RSVP via Facebook). This event is an open invitation to the community and beyond to embrace and celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride in all its forms. It's an opportunity to acknowledge the achievements of LGBTQ+ pioneers and immerse yourself in LGBTQ+ history, all while enjoying the company of local LGBTQ+-friendly vendors and allies. The evening will be enriched with educational and celebratory resources, Pride Quizzo, performances, and the much-loved Drag Queen Lip Sync Battles.

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HT Pride believes in the power of community collaboration and the ability to continuously grow and learn. They believe we are most effective in supporting our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors at the grassroots level. They're prioritizing health and wellbeing by deepening their partnerships with local healthcare providers and wellness professionals, ensuring that every member of the community has the support they need to thrive.

Voted as one of the top 20 towns in which to live, work, or play by South Jersey Magazine, Haddon Township has blossomed into one of the premier communities in the metro-Philadelphia region. Thanks to its prime location and dedication to community involvement, the roughly 14,000 residents of Haddon Township enjoy the perfect balance of work and recreation. With its proximity to the revitalized business district along Haddon Avenue and strong public art partnerships with the Ritz Theatre Company and SoHa Arts on the White Horse Pike, visitors can enjoy fine eateries, established businesses, and family-friendly community entertainment within a short walk from public transportation.




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Haddon Township Equity Initiative (HTEI) was formed in the summer of 2020. In 2021, HTEI became a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization committed to creating and supporting a community that fosters a sense of belonging, where all historically marginalized members feel seen, heard, respected, and celebrated.

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