Tens of thousands are expected to fill the streets of Wilton Manors on Saturday for the 25th annual Stonewall Pride Celebration, a vibrant display of LGBTQ+ pride, resilience and community.
Among the sea of rainbow flags and glowing lights will be people like Andres and Maria Wilken, a father and daughter proudly showing their support.
Parade brings pride, family and security enhancements
The Glow Night Parade, a centerpiece of the celebration, steps off at 8 p.m., lighting up the night with music, floats and crowds decked out in rainbow colors.
“I grew up in a place where you weren’t supposed to ask or say anything, so you had to hide who you were,” said Joe Moranto. “And these guys nowadays, they can live where they want to be, be who they want to be.”…