20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Rainbow Run shows younger generation that Wicklow is a place ‘where everyone belongs'
On what was the most perfect of days, participants gathered on Saturday, May 17, to support Wicklow Pride's mission of fostering acceptance and equality throughout County Wicklow.
Patrick Bracken, chairperson of Wicklow Pride, expressed his gratitude for the community's support: "Today embodied everything Wicklow Pride stands for – joy, inclusivity, and community spirit,' he said. 'We're immensely grateful to Shoreline Leisure Centre for providing this wonderful venue and their ongoing support of our initiatives. I'd also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all who sponsored a raffle prize and our tireless committee members who worked behind the scenes to make this event possible, and to everyone who came along – including our furry friends who added so much to the day's energy."
"Events like today's Rainbow Run are more than just fundraisers," Patrick added. "They're opportunities for people to come together, to be seen and celebrated for who they are, and to show the younger generation that Wicklow is a place where everyone belongs."
The funds raised from the event will support Wicklow Pride's ongoing community initiatives and help ensure the success of the upcoming Wicklow Pride Parade, which will take place on Saturday, July 5.
