KALAMAZOO, Mich. (WOOD) — The first Black Pride festival in Kalamazoo will be held at the end of the summer, OutFront Kalamazoo says.
It is happening Aug. 29 in Bates Alley, which is in downtown Kalamazoo, between Edwards and Portage streets near E Michigan Avenue. Bates Alley businesses, local entertainers and vendors will come together to form a block party, featuring signature cocktails, mocktails and other specials.
Organizers say it’s important to celebrate people of color within the LGBTQ+ community…