In love we trust.

Every year, during the month of June, people in different corners of the world come together clad in bright colours, proudly waving rainbow flags in the air and holding courage-boosting slogans in support of the LGBTQ+ community.

Extravagant parades and exciting events abound, the Pride Month celebration in Hong Kong is as vibrant as it gets. Owing to the social distancing measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ community will be celebrated this month with a little bit of caution, but lots of love.

Here are five things you can do to promote equal rights for and share love for the LGBTQ+ community in Hong Kong this June:

Let Loose at the Wild 80’s Pride Festival 2021

Wild 80’s Pride Festival is one of the most happening events taking place this month! The day-long affair has got everything you could possibly imagine—a curated safe space panel, an art exhibition, workshops, live music, and a few sessions of 80’s aerobics classes taught by the one and only Madame Mincemeat! If you feel like busting out your dance moves, DJ Zahra will on the decks in between all aerobic and singing performances. Whether you just want to drink and hang out with your friends in an all-inclusive environment or experience a safe and educational event space, Wild 80’s Pride Festival is the place to be!

When? June 26, 12pm-7pm

Where? The Wild Lot, Shop B, G/F, 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Sheung Wan

Enjoy ‘Centric Pride’ Festivities

If you want to feel pampered this Pride Month, pack a bag and head over to Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour for a fun-filled staycation. To honour its commitment to fostering a world of understanding and inclusion, the hotel has curated several pride-inspired experiences—Centric Pride—which invites the local LGBT+ community to a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy a confident and comfortable stay that encourages them to proudly be who they are.

“Centric Pride” highlights include a rainbow wheel spin at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and bar Cruise, a fun drinking game that starts at dusk, and an art exhibition ‘Art Centric’ showcasing local artists and their works inspired by the neighbourhood. If you want to share snippets of your staycation on Instagram, be sure to take pictures in front of the rainbow wall installation at the hotel’s panoramic rooftop infinity pool.

When? June 1-30

Where? 23/F (West Tower), 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point 

Laugh Out Loud at Hong Kong as F*ck #12: Pride Edition

Hong Kong As F*ck, the best live panel comedy game show in the city, is returning this month with its Pride Edition Show that will leave you in fits of laughter. The game show will be unlike any other with epic questions, amazing prizes, and hilarious rants by a panel of the cities top comedians including Garron Chiu, winner of the HK International Comedy Competition 2018. What are you waiting for? Get your tickets now. You’re in for a great time!

When? June 18

Where? The HUB, 1/F, Fortune Building, 150 - 158 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai

Indulge in Rainbows at Cookie Department

The much-loved Cookie Department has something crisp, sweet, and delicious in store for Pride Month. To promote the self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and visibility of Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ community, Cookie Department has launched a new flavour—the colourful Pride Cookies—which are made using vanilla sugar cookie dough with a touch of red velvet. Grab a cookie (or a dozen!) before they’re gone!

When? June 7-13

Where? 3/F, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 3 – 27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui; 2/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay

Run with Pride in Lane-Eight Trainers

To celebrate love in all its ways, shapes, and forms, Lane-Eight launched an exciting new design that effortlessly combines all the colors of pride. The eco-friendly brand—which is on a mission to make the world’s best workout shoes that are not just good for you, but also the planet—added a colourful twist to its Trainer AD 1, that is made with sustainable and recycled materials like algae and plastic. Get yourself or your loved one a pair and wear the colours with pride.

When? June 1-30

Where? LG/F, 14 St Francis St, Wan Chai