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#MAINEpride: How Mainers are celebrating LGBT pride all month

Communities across the state are holding parades and events throughout the month of June.

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MAINE, USA —

What is 'Pride'?

The month of June is dedicated to celebrating the unique identifies and history of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) community. Maine towns, cities and organizations are hosting parades, events and celebrations throughout the month in all corners of the state. Nearly 5-percent of the Maine population identifies as LGBT, according to The Williams Institute.

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NEWS CENTER Maine has Pride!

We are proud supporters of pride celebrations all across the state of Maine and the work of organizations like the Maine Health Equity Alliance to raise awareness of LGBT+ issues. You can catch our team and STORMY at the Pride Portland! and Bangor Pride parades!

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Parades

Belfast Has Pride Parade - Saturday, June 8
Hallowell Pride - Saturday, June 8
Pride Portland! Parade and Festival - Saturday, June 15
Bangor Pride Parade - Saturday, June 22
Downeast Pride - Saturday, June 22
Lewiston-Auburn Pride! - Saturday, June 29
Bar Harbor Pride - Saturday, June 29

Special Events

Hosted by EqualityMaine

Spirit of Pride Cruise - Thursday, June 13
Pride Portland! After Party - Saturday, June 16
Bangor Pride After Party - Saturday, June 23