Cathedral City LGBT Days Underway This Weekend

CATHEDRAL CITY, CA — Cathedral City LGBT Days kicks off Friday evening with an array of live entertainment, community engagement and activities.

Friday's festivities start at 5 p.m. with an opening night party in Town Square Park. The kick-off event will have DJs and dancing, food trucks, craft vendors, an outdoor bar and a flag raising and lighting of City Hall in rainbow colors. The event will run through Sunday.

"Cathedral City LGBT Days is a time to recognize the strength in our diversity, appreciate our similarities and stand united for the equal rights of all Americans," the city's Chris Parman said in a statement announcing the event.

"We honor the lives, history and wonderful accomplishments the LGBTQ+ community has contributed in making Cathedral City one of the most gay- friendly cities in America," Parman continued. "Year after year, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation has ranked Cathedral City with a perfect '100' score, and that is a testament to the city's belief in equality for both our residents and visitors alike."

The event, produced by Soundskilz Productions, will adhere to local and state COVID-19 guidelines, according to festival organizers.

More information on the festival is available at cathedralcitylgbtdays.com.