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Gallery: Thousands turn out for a sun-kissed parade through Inverness for Highland Pride

The event returned in style after a four-year absence due to the pandemic.

Highland Pride Parade through the City of Inverness. Image: Jasperimage

By Cameron Roy and AV Team

July 22 2023, 7:05 pm

July 22 2023, 7:05 pm

Inverness was temporarily taken over by a sea of colourful outfits, affirming placards, and flags as Highland Pride came to town.

Thousands turned out for a sun-kissed parade through the Highland capital to celebrate LGBTQ+ people.

It was the first Highland Pride event since 2019 due to the pandemic.

People were decked out in their most colourful attire as they marched from Crown Primary School through the High Street across the Ness Bridge and down to the park.

Then pride-goers celebrated with a Party in the Park at the Northern Meeting Park.

It was hosted by local drag sensation Venus Guytrap – who welcomed a number of queer artists to the stage.

Also performing at the event were up-and-coming Scottish bands Dashh and Tuath.

Our photographer Brian Smith/JasperImage was there catching the best of the day’s action.

Have a look at the best pictures below.

Groups of all ages were out enjoying the day. Image: JasperImage.

Rainbow colours were on display in Inverness. Image: JasperImage.

Many supporters join in the fun. Image: JasperImage.

LGBTQIA+ campaigners made a custom sign. Image: JasperImage.

All you need is love! Image: JasperImage.

Highland Pride returned to a sunny Highland day. Image: JasperImage.

We love to see the bright colours! Image: JasperImage.

Huge crowds came out to support. Image: JasperImage.

Families made the most of the day out. Image: JasperImage.

Stewards wore florescent vests during the parade. Image: JasperImage.

Colourful headwear was on display. Image: JasperImage.

Supporters gathering for the parade. Image: JasperImage.

Posing at the police car. Image: JasperImage.

Some decided to dress to impress. Image: JasperImage.

Colourful signs were made for all to see. Image: JasperImage.

Pride dog.

All LGBTQIA+ flags.

A young family.

Gays just wanna have fun.

Supporting Pride.

All you need is love!

Many LGBTQ+ supporters join in the fun

People of all ages turned out to celebrate love and the community.

Many people showed their support.

The pride parade walked through Inverness Streets.

Looking wonderful.

The Queer Queens.

Smiles and Waves!

Highland Pride Parade through Inverness City Centre on Saturday.

Highland Pride Parade 2023.

Inverness became a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride on Saturday. Image: JasperImage.

You are Valid! You are loved!

Lovely outfits.

Proud!

Pride Puppies.

Pride supporters.

Even the Pride Unicorn joined in.

Homemade Pride Banners.

All ages join in.

Support of all ages.

Looking fabulous.

Love of all kinds.

Pride pup

Supporters enjoy the parade.

Say LGBTQIA+!

Wrapped in a rainbow of love

Smile for our photographer!

Are you in the crowd?

Pride is for all ages!

All smiles!

Colourful wigs.

The Highland Pride Parade walked through Inverness City Centre on Saturday.

Proud family.

Did you have a good day?

In May, Aberdeen celebrated its own Grampian Pride with a parade down Union Street.