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Hundreds celebrate at 19th annual Pride Parade in downtown
By Lauren Bly at KVIA ABC-7
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- The 19th annual Pride Parade took place in downtown, featuring floats, performers, and marchers from East Mills to Houston Park.
The parade was followed by a family-friendly picnic at Houston Park, with free music, food, non-alcoholic drinks, and drag performances.
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Why this matters in The El Paso
The 19th annual Pride Parade's successful turnout in downtown El Paso demonstrates the community's growing support for the LGBTQ+ community. As the largest recognized LGBTQ+ organization in the Borderlands, Sun City Pride's hosting of the event has become a staple of the city's cultural calendar. The parade's route from East Mills to Houston Park showcases the city's ability to accommodate large-scale events, highlighting the importance of accessible public spaces. The family-friendly picnic at Houston Park, complete with free music, food, and drag performances, also underscores the city's efforts to create inclusive environments for all residents. As El Paso continues to grow and diversify, events like the Pride Parade will play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and acceptance, making the city a more welcoming place for people of all backgrounds. This event's impact will be felt beyond the parade route.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- The 19th annual Pride Parade took place in downtown, featuring floats, performers, and marchers from East Mills to Houston Park.
The parade was followed by a family-friendly picnic at Houston Park, with free music, food, non-alcoholic drinks, and drag performances.
...
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