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Franklin Township to Host 3rd Annual Pride Celebration - Now the Official Somerset County Pride Event

Franklin Township, NJ - Franklin Township is thrilled to announce the return of its 3rd Annual Pride Celebration - now officially recognized as the Pride celebration for Somerset County! The event will take place on Saturday, June 13, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Franklin Township Performance Gazebo located at the Municipal Complex.

This year’s celebration continues to grow, offering an exciting afternoon of live performances, food vendors, artisan and resource tables, community partners, and family‑friendly activities. Franklin Township remains committed to uplifting and celebrating our LGBTQIA+ residents, families, allies, organizations, and businesses.

Featured Performances

• Lady Celestina - Host
• New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus
• Villagers Theatre performing selections from Legally Blonde
• Fogo Azul NJ - an all‑female Brazilian-style drumline
• Author, Airlie Anderson - reading of her children's book, Neither
• Franklin High School P.A.C.E. (PROTECT, ACCEPT, CARE, AND EDUCATE) students perform a spoken word piece.

For details, please visit, franklintwpnj.org/pride

As the official Somerset County Pride event, this celebration provides a meaningful opportunity for community connection, visibility, and unity. Franklin Township proudly continues to stand as an inclusive, welcoming community - one where love, acceptance, and diversity thrive, and where hate has no home.

Sponsorship Opportunities

To help make this year’s celebration the biggest yet, Franklin Township has introduced four sponsorship levels for businesses, organizations, and individuals:

• $100 – Glow Sponsor
• $250 – Sparkle Sponsor
• $500 – Dazzle Sponsor
• $1,000+ – Diamond Sponsor

Sponsors will be featured on the Township website and on signage displayed at the event. Donate at franklintwpnj.org/pride!

 Logos or company names, along with checks payable to Franklin Township (Memo: Pride), may be mailed to:

475 DeMott Lane
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
ATTN: Saffie Kallon

Last year’s celebration saw strong attendance - even in the rain - making 2026 an excellent opportunity for visibility and community engagement.

Get Involved

Community organizations, performers, food vendors, artists, and resource providers are encouraged to participate by registering online.

For more information, visit:
www.franklintwpnj.org/pride

Bring your sunscreen, and lawn chairs and come celebrate Pride with the entire community!