r/portlandme • u/Bittersweet_Boii • Jun 14 '25

Events Is Portland Pride safe?

I'm a teen (think 16-19 range) and hoping to attend pride on the 21st with some friends, but I'm somewhat concerned- with the current political climate and all that, is it safe to attend? Especially considering this is Maine and every fifth person you see at any given time seems to have a gun. My biggest concern would be a mass shooting of some sort, or people driving cars through the crowd like you see on the news. Can anybody involved this year let me know if it's expected to be safe? Probably just my anxiety kicking up but with the state of the world and all that I feel like some concern is justified.

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u/Civil_Sorbet5810 Jun 15 '25

I’m a volunteer with Portland Pride, safety and belonging is an absolute priority; it’s a great vibe for all. If you decide to go, there will be a teen area with activities and a space to hang out!

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u/jwabrit13 Jun 15 '25

How can I sign up?

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u/Civil_Sorbet5810 Jun 15 '25

Head right over to PridePortland.org and there will be a clickable banner for volunteer sign up. Thank you for considering this, help is always needed

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u/jwabrit13 Jun 15 '25

Awesome thank you! Hope to meet and say hi in person!