Downtown Tempe’s Pride Party 2024 was a colorful lovefest

Attendees of Tempe's 2nd Annual Pride Party enjoy a lively dance party featuring three silent DJs Saturday June 1. Danielle Cortez

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It was love, rainbows and good vibes on Mill Avenue on June 1, when Downtown Tempe held their second annual Pride Party.

Tempe politicians, community organizations and members of the public gathered to dance, learn, celebrate and be proud of who they are.

Here's a look at the event.

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Dancing the night away.

Danielle Cortez

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Rainbow cupcakes are perfect for Pride.

Danielle Cortez

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Downtown Tempe hands out buttons and stickers at Tempe’s second annual Pride Party on June 1.

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Rocking out at the silent disco.

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Pride event staple organization Free Mom Hugs welcome attendees to Tempe's Pride Party.

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Everyone can use a good mom hug from time to time.

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Attendees of Tempe's second annual Pride Party enjoy a lively dance party session.

Danielle Cortez

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Tempe Mayor Corey Woods, left, delivers a mayoral proclamation declaring the month of June to officially be recognized as Pride Month in the city of Tempe.

Danielle Cortez