Palermo Pride 2018

You may best know Sicily for its idyllic location and incredible gastronomy, but its annual Pride is also rather momentous. Unlike other prides in Europe which normally last one to two weeks, Palermo Pride is an LGBTQ festivity that takes place for the entire summer.

The celebrations kick-off in June, and conclude late September with one epic Pride Parade. In the lead up, expect a host of political initiatives along with live performances and cultural activities. The theme of Palermo Pride 2018 is De*Genere (degenerate), with its key message focusing on breaking down gender stereotypes and stigmatizations.

The Pride Parade will kick off this Saturday, September 22, at 3:30pm. It will start at Foro Italico, and travel through the city streets, finishing at at Piazza Verdi. With plenty of misterb&b listings in Palermo, and a great mix of LGBTQ venues, you need to get to Sicily pronto.