Boston: Celebrate Pride And Raise Money For Charity With These City Events
This year the Boston Seaport is hosting numerous Pride Month events. Free gatherings, like the parade on June 10, will take place around the city throughout the month. In addition, local retail partners have set up special offerings that will align directly to relative charities.
Let’s look at what is already solidified as we head into June. If you are looking for ways to participate, here are some happenings in the Seaport to be aware of.
AT&T + The Trevor Project
AT&T has teamed up with the Trevor Project to raise funds for suicide prevention within the LGBTQ community. All month at the Seaport location, if you mention “The Trevor Project” at this AT&T location when purchasing a smartphone, the company will donate $500 to the charity.
Flight Club + Boston Alliance of LGBTQ
There will be a drink special on the menu at the Seaport’s dart establishment, Flight Club. Order the “Pride Cocktail” and 100% of the proceeds will go to Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth – a youth-led, adult-supported organization committed to social justice, and creating, sustaining, and advocating for programs, policies, and services for the LGBTQ+ youth community.
Tito’s + Local LGBTQIA
On Saturday June 10 at Gather, Tito’s Vodka will be onsite for a special event. “Lady Gaga x Pride Brunch” will take place from 10 am-3 pm. During this, Gather will offer a Charity cocktail where purchases will be matched by Tito’s in support of a local LGBTQIA+ non-profit organization. Furthermore, this themed brunch includes only blasting Lady Gaga music and serving Lady Gaga-themed items. “Love has NO labels. Come as you are. Show your pride. Brunch is for everyone, Baby, you were born this way,” their promotion explains.
Other Notable Events
On June 11, Soul Cycle will host a pride event at the Rocks at Harbor Way. This will take place from at 12 pm. Lastly, all month at the Envoy Hotel on Sleeper Street, you will get a free bottle of Champagne when selecting the “Pride and Joy” package upon making a reservation.
Boston Will be the Only U.S. City To Host Red Bull Cliff Diving
On Saturday, June 3, the Seaport district will host one of the season’s most extreme events. For the second year in a row, Boston will host the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. In fact, Boston is the only American city to be selected to host.
Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will be the official site where 20 of the world’s best divers will compete. It’s the first stop on the tour, which also includes France, Italy, Japan, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina and New Zealand. The events are held from June to November.
Red Bull describes the event as one where “Divers execute incredible acrobatics from heights of more than 20 meters in the ultimate display of focus and skill.”
There will be 16 divers (8 female / 8 male) competing at each tour stop. In addition, wildcard divers will be selected to represent their country at each location as well. In total, 12 women and 12 men compete at every event. The women launch from a platform of 21 meters high, and the men from 27 meters. They are judged individually by a panel that looks for the creativity and acrobatics displayed in each dive. At the end of every season, a champion is awarded the “King Kahekili” trophy, as well as a winner’s prize fund.
What is Red Bull Cliff Diving?
As Red Bull describes it, “Free-falling from up to 27m combined with awe-inducing acrobatics.” The sport itself originated hundreds of years ago in Hawaii. King Kahekili, after whom the champion’s trophy is now named, was a Hawaiian chief who first leapt from the holy cliffs of Kaunolo in the 1700s. Today, each competition under Red Bull rules takes place over two days. Judges rate each diver. The winner is determined by who has the highest point total at the end.
Boston
There are some Boston date specifics to be aware of. The event is free but with a capacity limit. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot. There will be a giant jumbotron onsite for viewing. Furthermore, there will be live music, interviews, and additional entertainment during the competition. The Boston Harbor waterways are regulated during this time. Though there appear to be some viewpoints, boats are not allowed within the designated marina. Finally, Red Bull does provide drinks and snacks for purchase. The event is rain or shine unless there is thunder, lightning, or high winds. So, mark your calendars for June 3 and head down to the Seaport’s ICA on Northern Avenue.
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.
