Annual pride parade celebrated in Clayton
The community celebrated at the city of Clayton's annual pride parade.
Over the weekend, Clayton gathered to hold its annual pride parade and festival. This celebration included festivities like a pride flag raising ceremony, yoga and a church service alongside lots of music, food, and performances.
CLAYTON, Calif. - The city of Clayton held its fifth annual pride parade and festival over the weekend.
Clayton pride festival
What we know:
On Sunday morning before the parade, the city hosted a pride flag-raising ceremony. Along with the ceremony, there was also guided yoga and a church service.
Holly Tillman, president of Clayton Pride, said that this event is about ensuring everyone knows their town is all about inclusiveness.
"This month and every day throughout the year is making sure people know that they are included, love is love, and they’re embraced here in Clayton," she said.
The community celebrated with music, food, and performances.
Community pride
Local perspective:
KTVU meteorologist Roberta Gonzales served as the parade’s Grand Marshal, serving as the honorary leader of the parade.
"I've never felt so much pride for a community, and I've been involved in a lot of parades. This one has filled my heart with so much love," she said.
This year’s theme was "just love, no label."
The Source: Interviews at the event from Holly Tillman and Roberta Gonzales