Haverhill to Host Its First-Ever Pride Parade on June 7, 2025
Attendees of Haverhill Pride’s first Parade and Celebration march along Bailey Boulevard in downtown Haverhill, MA on June 7, 2025.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Haverhill Pride Parade Kicks Off the June Art Walk with a Celebration of Love, Inclusion, and Community
Haverhill, MA — History is in the making! On Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 12:30 PM, downtown Haverhill will come alive with its first-ever Pride Parade, a vibrant celebration of love, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ visibility. This landmark event will start at City Hall with the annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony and will then continue into downtown Haverhill to serve as the official kickoff to the Haverhill Art Walk, bringing thousands together for a day of celebration, creativity, and community.
“I am happy to work with a wonderful group of citizens here in Haverhill to bring a Pride Parade to our City. As a gay man who also happens to be a City Councilor, I know how important it is, now more than ever, to show solidarity and support for the LGBTQ+ community locally. I look forward to a positive event and a meaningful celebration of community, understanding, and love on June 7th.” - Tom Sullivan, Haverhill City Council President
Organized by local LGBTQ+ advocates and community leaders, the Haverhill Pride Parade aims to create an inclusive, welcoming space where people of all identities can celebrate freely and proudly. The event will feature local organizations, businesses, performers, and community groups marching together in support of equality.
"This isn’t just a parade—it’s a movement."
"Creative Haverhill could not be more thrilled to be a major partner in leading this movement alongside our incredible community and through our Haverhill Art Walk Program. It is truly an honor to get to celebrate our local arts, culture, and community specifically through the lens of Pride, which at its core uplifts love, inclusion, beauty, and the power of authentic self-expression." - Erin Padilla, Creative Haverhill Director
A Celebration for Everyone
Following the parade, attendees can continue celebrating by exploring the Haverhill Art Walk, a self-guided tour featuring local artists, pop-up exhibits, live music, and interactive art experiences throughout the downtown area. With family-friendly activities and community booths, the day is designed to bring people together and highlight the creative spirit of Haverhill.
Get Involved & Show Your Pride
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM Pride Flag Raising,1:00 Parade Begins, 2-6 Haverhill Art Walk
Location: City Hall Flag Raise to Downtown Haverhill Parade & ArtWalk Festivities
More events and details to come!
Want to march in the parade? Sign up https://forms.gle/aVABposgTHAaWge58
Have questions? Email us at haverhillpride[at]gmail.com
Want to donate or sponsor? Visit us at www.creativehaverhill.org/haverhill-pride
About Haverhill Pride
The Haverhill Art Walk, a Creative Haverhill program directed by Hailey Moscehlla, is a city-wide event held in June and September, transforming downtown with an artist market, live music, poetry, exhibitions, and interactive demonstrations. Haverhill Pride serves as the official kickoff event for the June Art Walk, bringing even more energy, visibility, and celebration to the day.
Both Haverhill Pride and the Art Walk operate under Creative Haverhill, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering arts, culture, and community. All donations to Creative Haverhill in support of Haverhill Pride go directly toward funding Pride events and programming.
📣 Join us as we make history—because Pride belongs in Haverhill. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️