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About Tórshavn
Faroe Pride is the Pride event of the Faroe Islands, held every year on 27 July in Tórshavn, the day before the national holiday Ólavsøka. It is organised by LGBT+ Føroyar, the association working for the rights and wellbeing of LGBT+ people on the islands. The capital is busy on that day anyway, as people from all over the Faroes gather in Tórshavn for Ólavsøka.
The parade sets off in the afternoon from the national football stadium, Tórsvøllur, and makes its way through the centre to the Parliament building downtown. Anyone can join in, no registration needed. A free open-air concert usually follows, and there is an afterparty in the evening. Details change from year to year, so check the announcements from LGBT+ Føroyar before you travel.
For a nation this small, turnout is remarkable: around a tenth of the Faroese population takes part in the parade. Alongside the celebration, the organisers use the day to point to issues still open, such as legal gender recognition.
The legal situation has changed considerably. Same-sex couples can marry in the Faroe Islands.
If you plan to come for Pride, book early. Around Ólavsøka the town is full and accommodation is in high demand.
Tórshavn Pride – frequently asked questions
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