Lowell – The Greater Lowell Pride Committee, led by Greater Lowell Health Alliance (GLHA) and the City of Lowell, is delighted to announce the return of Greater Lowell Pride, set to take place on Saturday, June 7, 2025.The annual celebration of Lowell’s LGBTQ+ community returns this year with a brand-new location: DCR Lowell Heritage State Park on Pawtucket Boulevard.
The festivities kick off with a flag raising at Lowell City Hall at 12:00PM with a speaking program, the raising of the Progress Pride flag, and a performance by New England Pride Color Guard. After the conclusion of the flag raising, head over to DCR Lowell Heritage State Park for an afternoon of community connection, performances, and activities for all, from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.
In order to promote accessibility to the event, a free shuttle will run from Downtown Lowell to Pawtucket Boulevard throughout the afternoon. The Greater Lowell Pride Committee is excited to partner with Western Avenue Studios and offer an additional shuttle between Open Studios and Greater Lowell Pride, ensuring attendees can visit both events.
At the festival, against the backdrop of the Merrimack River, Mizery and her Divas of Mischief will host an afternoon of performances. Headliners Xtine and the Intents will perform a set sure to get attendees on their feet and dancing, and the New England Pride Color Guard will perform a second set at the festival, showing off their synchronized skills. Bubble artist Bubbles McGee returns, creating magic for all ages, and Cirque De Light will stilt walk throughout the festival. Browse through vendor and organization booths with artisan goods and LGBTQ+ resources. Don’t miss out on food trucks, including Wicked Tasty, Breaking Barriers Food Truck, and Thee Taco Dude.
City Manager Thomas A. Golden, Jr., expressed his excitement saying, “We are glad to be hosting this regional celebration of the LGBTQ+ community here in Lowell. Everyone is welcome to attend this family-friendly outdoor event along the scenic Merrimack River.”
“Greater Lowell Pride is a celebration of inclusion, visibility, and the vibrant diversity that strengthens our community,” said Kerri D’Entremont, Executive Director of GLHA. “We’re proud to co-lead this event and create a welcoming space for everyone—regardless of identity or background—can come together in joy, support, and solidarity. We invite all to join us on June 7 for a day of connection, celebration, and pride.”
“We’re looking forward to Greater Lowell Pride and especially the flag raising at City Hall,” Mayor Daniel P. Rourke remarked. “The City of Lowell is honored to celebrate our LGBTQ community and their contributions to Lowell.”
For more information about Greater Lowell Pride, visit https://www.greaterlowellpride.org/ or contact the Office of Cultural Affairs and Special Events at (978) 674-4260.
