In the South Bay, love and inclusion was all around for the 49th annual Silicon Valley Pride festival.
Thousands turned out for a big parade in downtown San Jose. The upcoming presidential election was a big part of the celebration conversation.
In San Jose, August is unofficially Pride month. The rainbow-studded parade down Market Street always steals the spotlight.
“Sparkle, glitter, sequins, all that,” said Andre Lismonde.
Thousands showed up for Silicon Valley Pride, this celebration giving vibes of love, equality and inclusion.
“We’re here to celebrate Pride and everyone has to understand, love is love,” Elaine Rojo said.
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“Pride is all about representation, using whatever voice you have to speak up for those who can’t,” said pride participant, Adrian Rodriguez.
Alycia Ellington came from Oakland, determined to show her spectator moves.
“Love is love and just being queer and accepted is all we ask for. It’s hard not to dance and be happy,” Ellington said.