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But what is it all for? It's a party, without a doubt. It's a chance for a minority group, often stigmatised, to shout from the rooftops... It really IS okay to be gay.
And why is that important?
For many people, watching a Pride parade helps to reassure them that they are not alone and may be the first step towards coming out to friends and family, or simply to oneself. For those already comfortable and open with their sexuality it is a time to celebrate the relative freedom that we have and to remember that there are parts of the world where the outward demonstration of same-sex affection would be punishable by death. It is a time to regroup and to ensure that we keep the pressure on governments the world over to ensure that everyone has the same right to live and to enjoy life equally.
Brighton and Hove is proud to have a strong gay community, of that there is no doubt. The city benefits from the pink pound, certainly. But much more than that, the city benefits from having a hugely diverse yet relatively harmonious population.
As one mixed Brighton nightclub poster once told us: Intolerance will not be tolerated.
the photos...

Brunch. Champagne. Parade. Bliss
photos by Mark DalyMark and his friends were down at Victoria Gardens and watched the floats float by... they had a maaaarvlous time by the looks of it!

Sun, Smiles and Sequins
photos by Mark BrockWhether you were in the parade or watching it from the streets I hope these pictures remind you of the whole magical experience. And for those of you that missed it this year I hope you are prompted to ensure you are there with us next year!

More from Mark & the Gang
photos by Mark DalyThe boys at Victoria Gardens were keeping themselves busy. Between sipping [guzzling, surely? Ed] at their Champagne they managed to snap a few more shots of the parade as it flew by...
coming up...
Whats on today for Pride in Brighton & Hove
A Cheap Gay Return! @ St Georges Church
Friday, 30th July
pride countdown
Forthcoming pride festivals...
now Stockholm Pride 2010
26th - 31st July 10
1 day Brighton Pride 2010
31st July - 8th August 10
6 days Amsterdam Gay Pride 2010
5th - 8th August 10
6 days Reykjavik Gay Pride 2010
5th - 8th August 10
8 days Liverpool Pride
7th August 10
REALPride carries full details of these events and the major pride and mardi gras festivals around the world.

