June is Pride Month, and Majic 107.7 is proud to support LGBTQ+ Pride this month and throughout the year! Below we have highlighted just a few of the many programs and organizations that are working to make a positive impact on the LGBTQ+ Community.
Did you know that the gentleman behind the Rainbow flag was from KANSAS? Read more about Gilbert Baker HERE. He was born in Chanute and grew up in Parsons, Kansas.
The Topeka Pride Festival is reportedly coming back for 2022! For more information, follow along on their FACEBOOK page for updates. Topeka Pride Festival has not taken place since 2019 due to the pandemic. Pride Kansas also looks to be planning some events in honor of Pride Month.
Other local events happening during Pride Month include the following:
Topeka:
June 3: June LGBTQ+ feature at Creations of Hope
June 23: Drag Bingo at Burger Stand
June 25: Pride fest at Studio 62 Art Bar
Lawrence:
June 5: Plymouth Pride Party at South Park
Drag Show Thursdays at Jazzhaus on Mass Street
June 24 & 25: Lawrence Pride Weekend
To find notable LGBTQ+ organizations, click HERE. To find statistics from the Census bureau on LGBTQ+ households, click HERE.
