Reading Pride Celebration has announced the selection of Mayor Eddie Morán as Grand Marshall of the 18th Berks Pride Fest 2024.
“Mayor Moran has been a true ally & Friend to Reading Pride and the LGBTQ+ community from his first day in office,” said Enrique Castro, Jr. Executive Director of Reading Pride Celebration (RPC).
“His dedication to our community is a shining example of what true allyship looks like. Mayor Morán has never shied away from taking action to support our community. With the current political climate surrounding the LGBTQ+ community and this being a milestone year for the festival, it is more important than ever to have true allies.”
“Being selected as Grand Marshall of the 18th Berks Pride Fest is an incredible honor. Our LGBTQ+ community is the heart of Reading, and I am deeply committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of who they love or how they identify, feels seen, heard, and celebrated in our city. Together, we will continue to support love, inclusivity, and equality for all,” said Mayor Eddie Morán.
Berks Pride Fest 2024, previously known as Reading Pride Celebration Festival, will take place at the Jim Dietrich Park 4899 Stoudts Ferry Bridge Rd, Reading, PA 19605. Held on July 21, this year the festival is celebrating 18 years and will feature local artists and vendors. For more information and tickets visit readingpride.org.
