The 2010 Cape Town Pride Festival is scheduled to commence on 26 February and run until 7 March 2010. RainbowUCT encourages you to get involved in the exciting events Pride 2010 has to offer – especially the Full Moon Hike, which RainbowUCT is leading, and the Pride Parade. We hope to have a float of some sort as part of the parade – but we'll send you details about that soon.
The annual Cape Town Pride Festival is a celebration of our wonderful diversity, and also creates awareness around issues impacting on the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communities locally and throughout Africa.
Pride Highlights:
Red Party
Date: Friday 26 February
The 2010 Cape Town Pride Festival officially kicks off with the kick-ass Red Party on Friday, 26 February! The colour red serves as a reminder to each of us to be mindful of our health and to embrace everyone living with HIV. In keeping with the Festival theme of ""Uniting the Cultures of Cape Town, a donation of R20 to Cape Town Pride will get you a magical bracelet allowing access to several great parties at participating venues, including:
Beualah Bar, Crew Bar, Bronx, Club Stargayzer, Amsterdam Bar (men only), Rosies,
Uncle Jacks, Adam & Eve Lounge Bar
For more info contact Luiz on 072 950 7454 or Myrna on 082 565 6174.
Full Moon Hike - Organised by RainbowUCT
Date: Sunday 28 February
Time: 19:00
Venue: Lion's Head
This is an evening event. Enjoy spectacular views of the entire city and burn some calories at the same time – great for those glutes! Bring a bottle of water, something warm to wear and refreshments to enjoy at the top.
More Info: Louis 084 299 3662 or Catherine 073 226 8735
Cape Town Pride Parade
Date: Saturday 6 March
Time: 12:00
Venue: Leave from Greenpoint Traffic Department
The 2010 Pride Parade will be more impressive than ever, featuring floats, walking groups, bikers, music and plenty of over-the-top costumes! Pride acknowledges the MAGI Fund for sponsoring public transport to the event to make it truly accessible for all. This is undoubtedly the biggest gay event in Africa as we claim the streets of the Mother City and celebrate our rich diversity, while also remembering those who suffer prejudice because of their sexual identity.
Route: Depart from Green Point Traffic Department at 12h00, proceed along Somerset Road to march up Long Street, into Wale Street and down Adderly Street, to return to Green Point.
Parade Day Fair
Date: Saturday 6 March
Time: After the parade (approx. 13:00 till 20:00)
Venue: Prestwich Primary School, in Napier Street, De Waterkant
A kick-ass line-up of performers has been organised to entertain you, and for the first time a children’s corner is being organised. In addition to the five bars and regular stalls selling food and merchandise, this year’s event also includes a separate adult-only stall area. The Fair will be wheelchair-friendly, including the provision of accessible toilet facilities.
For more information on Pride Events visit: www.capetownpride.co.za
Pride Hotline: 0861 9 PRIDE
Pride Office: 4a Dixon Street, The Piazza, Cape Quarter, De Waterkant
Postal Address: PO Box 139 , Green Point, 8051
Email: info@capetownpride.co.za
Website: www.capetownpride.org
Join the Cape Town Pride Facebook group for all the info you need.
