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50th Santa Cruz Pride kicks off with Illuminight Pride Night and Rainbow Procession on May 27

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May 16, 2025 12:06 AM
Published 10:50 PM

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) - This June, Santa Cruz County is marking the 50th anniversary of Santa Cruz Pride, which started as one of the earliest pride events in the U.S.

This year they're starting a little early.

An Illuminight pride event and rainbow procession will be happening on May 27 at 7 p.m., starting at the County Governmental Center and going to the Santa Cruz Clock Tower, both buildings set to be lit in rainbow lights.

Local officials and pride organizers will be on hand to speak at the event, which is serving as a kick off ahead of the annual pride parade and festival on Sunday, June 1 in Downtown Santa Cruz.

You can find more information on the event's website.

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