Boston Set to Burst with Pride for the First Time this Summer!

Boston is preparing to paint the town in rainbow colours for its inaugural Pride event this summer. The LGBTQIA+ celebration, slated for 11am on Saturday, July 26 at Central Park, seeks to build on the triumph of last year’s East Coast Pride. Attendees can look forward to a cornucopia of onstage music and entertainment, tempting food stalls, and engaging activities. The idea was tabled at a Boston Town Area Committee (BTAC) meeting by Boston Borough Council leader, Anne Dorrian, who also inquired about the estimated expenditure of £36,000. The committee agreed to set aside £58,500 for a series of events for 2025/26. This budget includes a one-day summer music festival in collaboration with Boston College, a three-day Christmas extravaganza, and the much-anticipated return of the Boston Beach event. Despite an initial allocation of £17,000 for a one-day music event, councillors have decided to reroute these funds towards the Pride event. Deputy leader Dale Broughton (Independent) revealed that a successful £25,000 bid had been made to the UKSPF (UK Shared Prosperity Fund) to cover infrastructure and a majority of the acts. This leaves a shortfall of £11,000. The redirected funds will cover additional entertainment, staffing, and act as a safeguard against unexpected expenses. The independent councillor remains confident that the event will bolster Boston’s reputation as a diverse and accepting community. The event’s organisers have sought advice from East Coast Pride, a boon for Skegness and local businesses, attracting heavy hitters like Butlins and East Midlands Railway. Chairman Barrie Pierpoint (Independent) echoed these sentiments, underscoring the event’s importance in demonstrating Boston’s inclusivity and commitment to serving all sections of the community.