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Quezon City Pride Festival ‘LoveLaban2Everyone’ cut short due to weather

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<div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>Quezon City’s vibrant &quot;Love Laban 2 Everyone&quot; Pride Festival faced an unexpected halt as heavy rain forced organizers to cut the event short. The Quezon City government and organizers, Pride PH, decided to cancel the Pride Night concert on Saturday, June 22, prioritizing the safety of attendees, performers, and staff.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>Earlier in the day, the festival saw an impressive turnout, with up to 70,000 people donning pride colors and carrying placards as they marched through Quezon City. The event marked a significant celebration of LGBTQ+ rights, continuing the legacy of the Philippines’ and Asia’s first Pride march held in Quezon City 30 years ago.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>Despite the enthusiastic participation, the weather conditions became a major concern. At around 6:30 PM, the event hosts announced a pause for safety reasons. Consequently, headliners BINI, Vice Ganda, and Gloc-9 were unable to perform for the thousands gathered.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>Vice Ganda shared the disappointing news on Instagram, expressing his regret: “Gusto ko po ipagpaalam sa inyong lahat na yung pride event at yung program sa Quezon City Circle ay officially cancelled na po... Hindi na po siya safe ituloy, kaya malungkot man kami pero kailangan natin unahin ang seguridad at safety ng lahat ng tao na naroroon.” He urged everyone to stay safe and await further announcements from the Quezon City government and Pride PH.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>The organizers also took to social media, thanking participants for their support and discipline, which ensured a smooth and safe program throughout the day. They explained that the heavy rain compromised the electrical and sound systems, posing a risk to the crew and performers. Thus, the decision was made to prioritize everyone&#x27;s safety and conclude the event early.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>Despite the abrupt end, the organizers highlighted a positive outcome: the festival exceeded its target with over 200,000 participants. They emphasized that this is not the end of their fight for equality, stating, “Ang Pride ay pang-araw-araw, at marami pang pagkakataon na tayo ay muling magsasama-sama.”</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>The Pride Night concert was meant to be the culminating activity of a day filled with celebrations. Alongside Quezon City, other Pride marches took place across the country in Baguio City, Iloilo, Magsaysay (Misamis Oriental), Catarman, and Iligan City.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>In a heartfelt message, the organizers reiterated their commitment to the community and the ongoing struggle for the SOGIE Equality Bill, promising continued efforts towards a society founded on love and equality. As they closed, they wished everyone a “Happy Pride” and reminded them to stay safe.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><span>— By Samantha Prats</span></div><div style="margin-bottom:0px;line-height:normal;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br/></div>

<p>Heavy rain forces early conclusion and cut the performances of BINI, Vice Ganda and Gloc-9 of Quezon City Pride Festival</p>

Heavy rain forces early conclusion and cut the performances of BINI, Vice Ganda and Gloc-9 of Quezon City Pride Festival