Join Reading Pride Celebration and The City of Reading in marking history for the first ever Pride March in the City of Reading and County of Berks.The march will begin with a flag raising at City Hall, followed by marchers lined up n 9th st between Washington and Penn St. The marchers will march up Penn St. to City park, where we will conclude with a Pride Picnic and Rally supporting our Drag, bipoc and Trans siblings whose rights are under attack across the country. All marchers and spectators are encouraged to wear or display something supporting the Drag, bipoc and Trans community. Heels, wigs, gowns, flags are just some suggestions. Be creative and show your PRIDE.

If your group, business or organization would like to march with us, please complete the application under the vendor tab. Currently Serving elected officials are welcome to march with Reading Pride celebration. Political candidates (new or running for reelection) are also welcome and should sign up under the political candidate link.

All Pride organizations and LGBTQ centers across the commonwealth are welcome and encouraged to join us.

All attendees who will join us at the Rally / Picnic after are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket, maybe a basket, and just enjoy the day with us in the park, full of music, fun, community and performers.

Lite food and soft drinks will be provided free by Reading Pride, but donations are much appreciated.

Dress in your pride best and we will see you there.

Exact Parade Route and line up times will be posted here in May 2023.

If you'd like to march with us, please use the march sign up under the volunteer tab. If you'd like to perform at the rally please submit an application under other applications for entertainment.

This event is made possible in part by the support of the Hawley and Myrtle Quire Fund of Berks County Community Foundation.