
CLARO is the leading LGTBQI+ cultural organization located in the heart of Connecticut. CLARO, on every second Saturday in September, presents Hartford PRIDE week with the support of allies, organizations, businesses, and the City of Hartford. Our annual Hartford Pride Fest and Concert is a family-centered event showcasing entertainment, food, local businesses, giveaways, activities, and numerous community organizations. Hartford Pride provides New England's LGTBQI+ community with a series of events throughout the year to celebrate the achievements, foster inclusion, educate, and create awareness on issues impacting the LGTBQI+ community.

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Out In CT is a community online guide to the best events and businesses for LGTBQI+ people in Connecticut. We also provide information about our community’s history, culture, and social issues. By advertising in our magazine, you can help support the local LGTBQI+ community, and with its very loyal following who will be glad to support your business as well!
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19
Years
Serving the LGBTQ+ Community
The Facts
178,000+
Website views during PRIDE week
6,000+
Pride Festival & Concert Attendees
126
126 exhibitors and sponsors
NEWS

- “May December” dubbed “Gay Christmas” and stars Julianne More & Natalie Portman are here for it
- George Santos gives a furry a pep talk as part of his lucrative new job
- People tailgated at a school board meeting to watch new members reverse extremist policies
- Is the Vatican actually changing its views on trans folks?
- Donald Trump’s lesbian niece says Marjorie Taylor Greene is trying to “bribe” him to be VP
- Democratic candidate to replace George Santos supports “Don’t Say Gay” law
- Popular gay YouTuber deletes online presence after video accuses him of rampant plagiarism
- The absurdity of being Riley Gaines


We're so grateful to the sponsors, volunteers, and community organizations who made it possible.
This year has been full of hardships and setbacks for our community, but this weekend was a reminder that there is still so much love out there. We were able to celebrate together in a safe space.
Thank you!
Hartford Pride brings events and news to New England's GLBTQ+ community and celebrates achievements, fosters inclusion, educates, and creates awareness on issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community.
56 Arbor Street | Suite 222
Hartford, CT 06106
T: (860) 841-2345
info@hartfordpride.org











