Pride e-Guide 2014 (2014) | Page 6

INTRODUCTION Back where we belong... Pride Cymru (formerly Cardiff Mardi Gras) returns to Coopers Field on a mission as a registered charity to change attitudes and increase understanding of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities. Whether you live in the city, in the rest of Wales or beyond, Pride Cymru welcomes people from all walks of life, regardless of age, gender, culture, ability or sexuality as we come together for one the UK’s largest celebrations of equality and diversity. See for yourself... W H AT ’ S I T A L L A B O U T ? W hatever your taste we have something for you. Whether it’s the energetic main stage entertainment, which this year includes the winners of Britain’s Got Talent, alongside adored favourites and fresh talent. Whether it’s our marquee’s and green picnic space or white knuckle rides in the fairground, we have it all covered. top it all off we’re throwing in some extra features to make this year’s Welsh Pride bigger and better than ever before! Since it began in 1999, with just over 5,000 in attendance the event has grown into one of Cardiff’s summer highlights, bringing home-grown and international celebrities, singers and performers to help us tackle discrimination home and afar and make this We also have a vibrant market street world a safer and equal place to live. this year, where all tastes are catered for and there’s plenty opportunity to Though we couldn’t do this on our meet friends, new and old, do some own, and would like to thank all of shopping or receive some advice. We you - event sponsors, volunteers and also have some food and drink to soak attendees for uniting strongly as a up the summertime atmosphere. To community. You make us proud! Photo by National Welsh Assembly 6 PRIDE CYMRU GUIDE 2014 PRIDE CYMRU GUIDE 2014 7