Lawrence Township will host its first-ever PRIDEfest on Sunday, June 15, with a morning of events celebrating love, diversity and community spirit.
Organized by Lawrence Neighbors Together—a coalition of local individuals and organizations dedicated to respect, compassion and justice—the free festival will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the side parking lot of the Lawrence Shopping Center, near Burlington Coat Factory.
The day begins with the inaugural Pride Walk Run Roll, a three-mile event open to people of all abilities. Participants are encouraged to wear rainbow colors and festive attire. A group warm-up is scheduled for 8 a.m., followed by the race’s 8:30 a.m. start.
Throughout the morning, visitors can enjoy family-friendly activities, live entertainment, food and refreshments for purchase, and a variety of vendors and exhibitors.
“This is an opportunity for our community to come together in a demonstration of compassion and commitment to each of our neighbors,” said organizer Martha Friend.
“At the festival, after the Fun Run Walk & Roll, we have the added benefit of highlighting local businesses in the Lawrence Shopping Center and throughout Lawrence,” she said. “This festival will demonstrate why Lawrence Township is simply the best place to live.”
Lawrence PRIDEfest will take place at 2495 Brunswick Pike. For more information or to register for the Pride Walk Run Roll, visit Lawrence Neighbors Together on Facebook.
