Ghent Pride, in its second year, is hosted by the Ghent Business Association. As part of a
diverse community, the GBA will partner with Hampton Roads Pride, the LGBT Life Center, and
Stonewall Sports to host the kickoff party for Hampton Roads Pride week. Ghent Pride will be
unveiling the Pride Banners on 21st Street and Colley Avenue. The event is also a fundraiser for
the Ghent Business Association, Hampton Roads Pride, the LGBT Life Center, and Stonewall
Sports.
Why Support Ghent Pride?
There are many reasons why the GBA hosts Ghent Pride. One reason is to showcase what
Ghent has to offer. By having large scale events in the heart of Ghent, we attract residents not
only from Norfolk, but also from other parts of Hampton Roads. These visitors will return to shop
and dine in Ghent’s unique variety of retailers and restaurants. Restaurants directly benefit from
the increase in traffic that night as well as retailers and service industries.
Ghent Pride will serve as one of the GBA’s annual fundraisers. The money raised from Ghent
Pride will support initiatives of the Marketing Committee. These initiatives include community
partnerships with local non-profit organizations, branding ads for Ghent seasonal publications
which highlight upcoming events in Ghent, and co-op advertisements featured in both The
Compass and Veer Magazine. The money raised will also help support Hampton Roads Pride,
the LGBT Life Center, and Stonewall Sports.