Loud and Proud
Show your colors as Lincoln City celebrates Pride month
The Lincoln City Cultural Center is unveiling an exciting lineup of events and activities that celebrate LGBTQ+ culture and community at Lincoln City Pride Fest, this Saturday, June 29.
The schedule of family-friendly festivities includes performances, both indoors and outdoors, showcasing the talent of local artists and those closely connected to the Lincoln City community.
“LC Pride Fest is a celebration of Lincoln City’s queer community, because we deserve it,” organizer Zoe Vincent said. “It’s my hope that this festival becomes an unforgettable day full of queer joy, resilience and love. Please join us to support our small but mighty town’s LGBTQ+ community. It’ll be all kinds of fun!”
The indoor entertainment in the auditorium will spotlight drag performers, with pianist Sweeney Gray kicking off the festivities, followed by the dynamic lip-syncing numbers of drag queen sister duo Mai Faye Rit and Lexi Vaughn. Then, prepare to be captivated by Portland-based drag artists Max Little, Mars, Given and The Infinite Urkscape.
Outdoors, the entertainment will begin with Conexión Fénix ballet folklórico dancers taking the stage, followed by the enchanting moves of the Hokus Pokie dance crew. Local singer-songwriter Kathy Redwine will next hit the stage, followed by the modern alt-rock sounds of Katelyn Convery. Then, experience the melodies of solo violinist Miss Robbie Dee, hailing from Florence. Finally, the day will close with a heartwarming performance by Lincoln City’s very own acoustic duo of wives, Alanna and Catherine Baumann.
Highlighting the festivities is the Pedestrian Pride Parade on the Poetry Path, where all are invited to don their most fabulous attire and join the promenade around the Lincoln City Cultural Center’s grounds in celebration of queer love and joy.
Enjoy a glass of beer and a cup of chowder at Zeller’s Bar and Grill’s beer garden, and satisfy further cravings with food vendors including Bobablastic, Grub’s On and La Wawa.
The outdoor resource and vendor fair will take place for the duration of the event and showcase more than 30 booths highlighting local and regional organizations and vendors offering a variety of goods and educational materials.
Indoors, attendees can unleash their creativity with art activities, sponsored by Tah-Lume Curiosities and Gifts, in the Dance Studio. Discover your inner royalty by making a paper crown and contribute to a commemorative community art journal.
For those seeking a moment of tranquility, a quiet room in the yoga studio will provide a safe space to slow down for a moment. New Moon Yoga teachers will also guide peaceful meditations – the schedule will be posted on the studio door during the event.
Lincoln City Pride runs from noon to 5 pm at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, located at 540 NE Hwy. 101. For more information, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Schedule
Outdoors
12:15 pm - Conexión Fénix ballet folklórico
12:45 pm - Hokus Pokie dance crew
1 pm - Pedestrian Pride Parade on the Poetry Path
1:30 pm - Kathy Redwine
2:45 pm - Katelyn Convery
4 pm - Miss Robbie Dee
4:30 pm - Alanna and Catherine Baumann
Indoors
1:30 pm - Sweeney Gray
2:45 pm - Mai Faye Rit and Lexi Vaughn
3:45 pm - Max Little, Mars, Given and The Infinite Urkscape