RAINBOW flags were flying as Colwyn Bay hosted its first Pride event.
The event, organised by Together for Colwyn Bay, acted as a celebration of the town’s and North Wales' LGBTQ+ community.
During the day, there was a catwalk, fashion shows, entertainment, community information, stalls, artists, food vendors, family activities and a fun fair.
People waved flags and many wore bright and bold colours. The promenade and beach was decked out in colour from balloons to beach umbrellas.
We’re here all day with a stand at the first Colwyn Bay Pride. The weather’s good and there’ll be a warm welcome, so come and see us at our stand, next to @NWPolice pic.twitter.com/YQ5KGR1tIg
— SCHTh Gogledd Cymru | North Wales OPCC (@schthgc_nwopcc) May 14, 2023
Despite the overcast weather, the main stage, next to the pier, attracted the crowds and many were there for the long haul as they settled into deck chairs.
Performers Kieran Eastwood-Mulvaney; Ghostbuskers; Two Sick Steves; Hannah Popey; Batala Bangor; Magic Light Productions; Lady Gaga Tribute, Llandudno Swing Band and a Madonna tribute.
There is a 'live DJ' from 7pm.
Magician Chris Williams hosted between 10am and 3pm and drag star The Royal Serenity took over at 3pm.
Magic Light Productions posted on Facebook: "It was an honour to be a part of the very first Colwyn Bay Pride 2023.
"Thank you Together For Colwyn Bay Events Conwy for asking us to be involved and congratulations on a fabulous event!
"Great to see so many friendly faces too."
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A spokesperson from Together for Colwyn Bay, the organisers of Colwyn Bay Pride, said: "The support and positivity from the Colwyn Bay community and beyond has been really uplifting.
"We are so grateful to all our sponsors and partners, and to the many local businesses that have jumped on board to create their own Fringe events to coincide with Colwyn Bay Pride."
Colwyn Bay Pride is taking place on the promenade, between Porth Eirias and the Horizon Shine cafe.
It will run until 8pm tonight (May 14).
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