The LGBTQ+ Pride “You Belong” Celebration on Sunday, June 9, at Tilley Pond Park features giveaways, crafts, food trucks and entertainment, including drag performances.

— an announcement from the Darien Pride Committee

This family-friendly event will even feature puppies from a local shelter who need a good home. Entertainment will include music, courtesy of local DJ Soce, songs by Stephen Cerussi, and drag performances by DHS graduate Boxa Crayonz and Brooklyn-based David Puck. Boxa Crayonz will also act as host for the festivities.

Darien Pride Chair Dan Guller said his committee is excited for this third year of celebrating diversity:

“We’ve gotten so many positive responses from our past celebrations.  With the LGBTQ+ community under fire across the country, we need this reminder of how open and accepting Darien is, which is why the theme of ‘You Belong’ is so fitting. We want to make sure everyone, especially our LGBTQ+ youth, knows that their hometown welcomes them.”

In addition to the lively entertainment, the Darien Pride Celebration will also feature local dignitaries sharing their experiences and the importance and benefits of living in a diverse community.

First Selectman John Zagrodzky will issue a proclamation declaring June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Darien, further reinforcing the town’s commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all its residents. State Sen. Ceci Maher will be presented with the Voices of Pride award, for her tireless advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community in Darien and beyond.

The Darien Pride Committee extends a warm invitation to the entire community and encourages all residents to come together to join in the festivities. Whether you consider yourself a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, the Darien Pride committee welcomes you with open arms.

The major sponsors of the “You Belong” celebration include The Depot, The Triangle Community Center, DR Bank, Baywater Properties, Circle Care Center and the Leonard Litz Foundation.

If You’re Going …

The LGBTQ+ Pride “You Belong” Celebration will take place from 12 noon to 3 p.m., Sunday, June 9, at Tilley Pond Park.

You can register here.

For further information and updates, please visit the Darien Pride website or follow them on social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram.