Pridefest 2021 goes virtual with events and curated content
March 7, 2021


The annual Knox Pride-organized event, Pridefest, has been canceled for 2021. With public safety as its number one priority, Knox Pride, along with other regional Pride organizations, elects to cancel in-person celebrations. And instead, host virtual pride events and share curated content through social media.

Typically celebrated during June, Pridefest events will now be virtual for 2021. Knox Pride will share content from local artists and creators and host interactive and collaborative events online, such as digital drag shows and virtual performances from local entertainers. Follow Knox Pride on Facebook and Instagram to take part.

Since 2006, Knox Pride has organized an annual “Pridefest” to provide a safe platform for the LGBTQ+ community to stand together in solidarity and love. In 2020, the effects of COVID-19 forced Knox Pride to postpone in-person events. According to Knox Pride president John Camp, “little has changed from 2020 to now. The health and safety of our community remain our number one concern, and so, we are once again taking the necessary precautions.”

Although Knox Pride hasn’t confirmed plans for Pridefest 2022, they remain hopeful that Fall 2022 will allow the next physical Pridefest. If it is publicly safe to do so, Knox Pride will consider hosting events like ArtOut as early as Spring 2022.

Knox Pride is always looking for community support, whether through creative contributions from locals (artwork, stories, written content, photos, etc.) or remote volunteer efforts. Volunteer positions are available at knoxpride.com/committees.

The Knox Pride board will have an open forum on Tuesday, March 9th at 7:45 PM EST via Facebook live to answer any questions or concerns.