EuroPride 2027 Update

At the recent European Pride Organisers Association (EPOA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Porto, Portugal, from November 1-3, 2024, Pride in Gloucestershire proudly presented our bid to host EuroPride 2027. Our team delivered a comprehensive proposal, emphasizing our commitment to community, inclusion, accessibility, solidarity, and sustainability. We highlighted Gloucestershire’s rich cultural heritage and our dedication to creating an inclusive and empowering event for the LGBTQ+ community.

 The bidding process was highly competitive, with four organizations vying for the honor of hosting EuroPride 2027:

  • Coordinamento Torino Pride (Italy)
  • Pride in Gloucestershire (United Kingdom)
  • LGL / Baltic Pride Vilnius (Lithuania)
  • ACOGAT / Torremolinos Pride (Spain)

During the AGM, each organization presented their vision and plans for EuroPride 2027. The presentations were followed by a voting process among EPOA members. The results were as follows:

  1. Coordinamento Torino Pride – Awarded EuroPride 2027
  2. Pride in Gloucestershire
  3. LGL / Baltic Pride Vilnius
  4. ACOGAT / Torremolinos Pride

While we are proud to have secured the second-highest number of votes, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Coordinamento Torino Pride for their successful bid. Their victory sends a strong message to the Italian government about the importance of LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

Participating in this bidding process has been an invaluable experience for Pride in Gloucestershire. It has strengthened our resolve to continue advocating for inclusivity and equality within our community. We are committed to building upon the momentum gained and will persist in our efforts to make Gloucestershire a beacon of pride and acceptance.  We extend our gratitude to all our supporters and volunteers who contributed to our bid. Your dedication and passion have been instrumental in showcasing Gloucestershire’s potential as a host for international events. We look forward to future opportunities to bring global pride celebrations to our region.

For more information on the AGM results and future EuroPride events, please visit the EPOA’s official website.

As for what’s next for us at Pride in Gloucestershire… watch this space.

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