A Phoenix city councilwoman is hosting an inaugural block party this weekend to support the LGBTQIA+ community.
It’s called “Pride On the Block”, a free block party in Portland Park. Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari says she chose Central Avenue and Portland Street because it has a cluster of queer-owned and queer-friendly businesses and nonprofits.
Sunday’s event will run from 3-8 p.m. and feature live music, performances by drag queens and a resource fair.
In early November, the Phoenix Pride Festival will take place at Steele Indian School Park.
About Pride On the Block
The following information was provided by Ansari’s office:
First 100 attendees will receive a free commemorative T-shirt.
Pride On the Block will be hosted by Mya McKenzie and will have live music by DJ Lezbein.
Performing drag queens include Aimee V Justice, Sir Nate, Ivy Foxglove, Frankie Fahrenheit, Owen Michael Parker and Tyra Marie.
Resource fair featuring Aunt Rita's Foundation, Downtown Phoenix Inc., Equality Arizona, One-n-ten, Phoenix Gay Flag Football League, Plumaje, Southwest Center for HIV & Aids, the Tea Phoenix and Trans Queer Pueblo.
Details
What: Hyperlocal block party spotlighting local businesses, nonprofits and artists.
Who: Phoenix City Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari, District 7, and Mercy Care.
When: Oct. 24, 2021, 3–8 p.m.
Where: Portland Parkway Park, 10 W. Portland St., Phoenix 85003
RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/pride-on-the-block-tickets-183782627787
