South Lanarkshire Pride returning to Hamilton for 2024 with first-ever parade

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South Lanarkshire Pride has announced a return to Hamilton for 2024 - with its first-ever parade.The celebration, which aims to bring together and empower the LGBTQ+ community by providing a platform and voice within the local area, will take place on Friday and saturday, July 26 and 27 in Hamilton town centre.The events will include the popular ‘Drag at The Town House’ and ‘Drag Bingo Bonanza’ fundraisers on the Friday at Hamilton’s A-listed Town House theatre, hosted by the wonderful Cheri Treiffel ahead of the main event on the Saturday.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Pride South Lanarkshire will see the return of the Pride festival stage, bursting with incredible performances and inspiring speakers on Saturday, July 27, from 11am to 5pm on Hamilton’s Quarry Street.In a first for the area, Saturday’s event plans include a vibrant, joyous and inclusive Pride march through Hamilton town centre.Organiser Malcolm Thomas-Harley of Hamilton Our Town said: “Last year’s inaugural events were a huge success in providing a platform for our LGBTQ+ community in an area where there are not many outlets and supporting organisations for LGBTQ+ people.“Our aims are to continue to make our voices heard, to challenge intolerance and to bring our community together in celebration and pride.“We would like to