All Evergreen Health locations, the Pride Center of WNY and Community Access Services will close at 12pm Tuesday, December 24, and will remain closed Wednesday, December 25. We will reopen Thursday, December 26 for regular business hours.
May 3, 2024
Performer and Musician Monét X Change announced as headliner; an appearance will be made by Ashley Darby of Bravo TV’s “The Real Housewives of Potomac”
BUFFALO, NY – Buffalo Pride organizers recently announced tickets to the Pride Festival are now available for purchase online at https://buffalopride.org. Announced today, Monét X Change, performer and musician, will headline the festival with additional performances by local acts, and an appearance by Ashley Darby of Bravo TV’s “The Real Housewives of Potomac.”
This year’s Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 2, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Canalside. The celebration will encompass the theme “Now’s the Time.” The Pride Parade and Pride Festival are hosted by Evergreen Health Foundation, an affiliate of Evergreen Health, and are presented by Evergreen Health and M&T Bank.
“We are so excited to welcome our fierce performers and special guests, including local acts Jason Kendig, DJ Brei, DJ Deb, and we encourage Western New Yorkers to join the celebration at the Pride Festival,” said Kelly Craig, executive director for the Pride Center of Western New York. “This year’s “Now’s the Time” theme encourages individuals to be present in the moment.”
M&T Bank Chief Diversity Officer Glenn Jackson said, “At M&T Bank, we’re on a mission to build a culture of belonging that extends far beyond the walls of our workplaces and out into our communities across Western New York. As we prepare for Buffalo Pride 2024, now is truly the time for us to deepen our commitment to ensuring Buffalo is an inclusive community that cherishes diversity and fights for equality. Standing together with the LGBTQ+ community, let’s keep pushing for progress with the urgency of this moment and celebrating our victories along the way.”
“Buffalo Pride organizers look forward to the cherished Pride Festival each year as Western New Yorkers unite with shared values of love and resiliency, understanding we all play a role in creating a more inclusive society,” said Steve Jagord, director of advancement for Evergreen Health. “Monét X Change, and the local acts and special guests to perform at Pride, embody authenticity and highlight why self-expression matters to inspire yourself and others.”
General admission tickets to the Pride Festival are $10 if purchased in advance online or $20 if purchased on the day of the event at the festival’s entrance at Canalside. For those interested in the Premium Lounge, tickets are $45 if purchased in advance or $55 on the day of the event. The Premium Lounge is reserved for those 21 years of age and older, featuring free and for-purchase drinks, VIP stage viewing area, and an opportunity to mingle with Pride Festival talent.
Ticket purchases, along with all sponsorships and donations, support Buffalo Pride and the Pride Center of WNY, a non-profit organization dedicated to making Western New York a safe, healthy and satisfying place for LGBTQ+ people to live, work and establish their families.
Details for the signature Buffalo Pride Parade and Pride Festival include:
• Buffalo Pride Parade: The Pride Parade on Sunday, June 2, steps off at 11 a.m. on the corner of Elmwood Avenue and Forest Avenue and ends near Allen Street. New for 2024, organizations who wish to participate in this year’s Buffalo Pride Parade are required to donate according to their revenue. Registration closes on Friday, May 10. Registration can be found here or at https://buffalopride.org/the-parade/.
• Buffalo Pride Festival: The Pride Festival on Sunday, June 2, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Canalside (44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202). Tickets are now available for purchase online here or at https://buffalopride.org/the-festival/.
For more information on Buffalo Pride 2024, visit https://buffalopride.org/.