With a record number of states advancing bills that attack LGBTQ rights (per the ACLU), especially those of trans folks, it's more pertinent than ever to come together in community and find pockets of queer joy and celebration. There will be rainbow paraphernalia aplenty at Portland's annual pride festival and an accompanying loud-and-proud parade through downtown streets, held for the first time in July this year to avoid overlapping with other events and extend the celebration past Pride Month. The two-day festival gathers exhibitors ranging from school gay-straight alliance groups to nonprofits and community organizations, plus lots of live music and drag performances, food, and more. by Janey Wong