Europride is the most anticipated and iconic celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in Europe. With a tradition that dates back nearly three decades, this annual event has become a symbol of diversity, inclusion and pride for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
This year, from the 7th to the 17th of September and under the motto “Equality from the Heart”, the island of Malta will be the host destination of this festival full of colour, joy and demand, welcoming thousands of visitors who fight for LGBTQ+ rights and reinforce bonds of solidarity across Europe. This will be possible thanks to the support of the Government of Malta and the Parliamentary Secretariat for Reforms and Equality, which support and promote LGBTIQ+ equality.
According to the United Nations Human Rights Office, Malta is considered a benchmark in terms of LGBT rights, which makes it a pioneer in the implementation of inclusive policies. Therefore, this new edition of Europride 2023 promises to be an unforgettable experience and a platform to raise awareness of the challenges that the LGBTQ+ community still faces; and there will be a series of events such as concerts, exhibitions, and conferences that will guarantee the fun of all participants.
A calendar of events to celebrate diversity and pride
On September 7, the Europride 2023 opening ceremony will take place at Pjazza Tritoni in Valletta. The evening will be headlined by a special performance by NETTA, the Israeli artist who captivated audiences with her unique style and powerful voice. Since her victory in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018 with the song “Toy“, NETTA has become an icon for the LGBTIQ+ community and her presence at the Opening Ceremony promises an unforgettable spectacle.
Another highlight of the week’s events is Eurovision Night, which will take place on September 15th. Fans of the song festival will be able to enjoy a magical night with performances by Eurovision 2014 winner Conchita Wurst, Katrina, known for her hit “Walking on Sunshine”, and The Roop, Lithuania’s Eurovision representatives.
However, the real excitement will arrive on September 16th with the parade through the streets of Valletta. This march will not be just a march, but a declaration of love, equality, and inclusion, in which participants will courageously join together to proudly and publicly express the diversity of sexual orientations and genders, in order to familiarize society with the dignity of sexualities and to accept it as something natural.
The march will end at The Granaries (Floriana), where the great Christina Aguilera will be waiting on stage. Her talent and unwavering support for the LGBTIQ+ community make her the perfect choice for this incredible event that celebrates diversity, equality, and inclusion.
However, it’s not just the rhythm of the music that makes these days special. In addition to the events mentioned, there will be a series of art exhibitions, including one on September 7 at Spazju Kreattiv. The exhibition, under the theme “The wind blows waves in all directions”, will address the experiences and challenges faced by LGBTIQ+ people along the Mediterranean coast, which stretches over 46,000 km and 22 countries. Using the Maltese and Tunisian contexts as parallel bases, artists and activists from 11 countries will reflect on the past, present, and future, as well as on the community and their own identities, with recurring themes of resistance, gender expression, and liberation. sexual.
Love, respect, and togetherness in Gozo
The eagerly awaited Europride 2023 celebrations will also come to the island of Gozo, following on from the resounding success of last year’s Pride Parade. On September 9th, the parade will take place in the streets of Victoria, where participants will walk through the island’s capital as a symbol of unity and equality.
In the end, there will be a concert headlined by the famous band Versatile Brass. In addition, the stage will be shared by more than 20 artists, including Michela, Ryan Hili, Pamela, Aidan, and Amber, among others. Music and dance will merge in a show accompanied by the dance companies Kinetic Dance Company and YADA Dance Company, who collaborate with Yada Academy Gozo, ensuring that everyone will be immersed in a party and dance atmosphere.
In short, Europride 2023 in Malta promises to be a historic event, full of love, respect, and togetherness, where people from all corners of the world will come together to celebrate equality and diversity.
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