Thousands of people participated in the 11th Thessaloniki Pridein central streets of Thessaloniki with colorful flags of the LGBTI+ community, with a central slogan this year “I belong to me”in the context of this year’s Pride theme, which focuses on the self-determination and autonomy of bodies.

The march started from south gate of TIF where earlier various actions and events took place and then moved through the streets of the center of Thessaloniki.

After completing the courses, will be followed by a concert at the south gate of TIF with: Tamta, Kings, The Mode, House of Drama and Kostis Mylonas and drag shows by Heelcat, Katina Bella, Mystic Van Rouge, Bimboy and Fatality.

Earlier The Pride Fair, hosted at the south gate of TIF as part of Thessaloniki Pride 2023, was visited today (24/06) at noon the Mayor of Thessaloniki Konstantinos Zervas.

In his related statement, Mr. Zervas noted: “Pride worldwide is a form of expression, a day of joy but also a reminder that all people should be equal without any element of prejudice, persecution or comment. The effort we must all make together is to constantly move forward, to respect and learn, because as long as someone learns, he evolves and as he evolves, he becomes better. The functioning of a healthy society has to do with others’ understanding and acceptance of us and our own understanding and acceptance of others. The city of Thessaloniki – with such a strong element of culture, diversity, cosmopolitanism, which created so many innovative ideas – can only continue to be inclusive, constantly moving forward and making its people as much as possible they feel proud, equal and free. Happy Pride!”.

The Municipality of Thessaloniki in the “pride parade” represents the Deputy Mayor of Culture and Tourism Maria Karagianni.

The former mayor of Thessaloniki was also present at the start of the parade Yannis Boutaris.