A colourful procession of trucks, cars, parade floats and walkers of all ages took over Dundas Street this afternoon for the Bay of Quinte Pride Parade.
A Belleville police SUV leads the way for those marching in the 2023 Bay of Quinte Pride Parade, ensuring the road is clear and safe for participants. Photo: Alan-Michael Steele
The parade started at the school board offices on Ann Street, and followed Dundas Street until it reached Zwick’s Park.
Belleville city councillors Chris Malette (back of truck) and Kathryn Ann Brown (cab of truck) participating in the 2023 Bay of Quinte Pride Parade. Photo: Alan-Michael Steele
Observers and pedestrians lined the road, shouting encouragement to those walking in the parade. Some groups of parade participants tossed candies and rainbow coloured trinkets into the crowd as they passed.
Some participants of the Bay of Quinte Pride Parade donned creative costumes. Marchers dressed as Star Wars characters, including (from right to left) an Imperial Officer, a TIE Fighter Pilot, Clone Captain Rex, and an Imperial Storm Trooper. Photo: Alan-Michael Steele.
Weather was bright and sunny throughout the event, with a gentle breeze catching the many flags and cooling both the marchers and participants.
Children wave at the crowd as they ride in a colourfully decorated rainbow car for the 2023 Bay of Quinte Pride Parade. Photo: Alan-Michael Steele
After the parade a lively celebration began at the ending point, West Zwick’s Park.
