However, we support whatever decision the organization makes to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.'
'The City of Houston has not advised Pride to cancel their event, nor were we privy to the cancellation. 'It was a surprise to learn this afternoon that Pride Houston had announced the cancellation of their event,' she said. Susan Christian, director of the Mayor's Office of Special Events, said her staff worked with Pride to help permit and stage a celebration for Sept. A statement issued Monday afternoon said the decision to not host the larger events 'was based on concerns and advice expressed by several elected officials, health agencies, and others.' Pride Houston originally announced last month it was moving the festival and parade to fall 2021. Representatives said they were “advised by the city” to not hold this year's big events because of “public health concern.' They plan to resume in 2022. The announcement was made Sunday during a kickoff and theme reveal party. But the organization isn't saying 'canceled.' This year's Pride Houston parade and festival aren't happening. Jackie Delgado dances in the street by the Pride Houston float at the 2015 Houston Pride parade Saturday, June 27, 2015, in Houston.