Although celebrations of LGBT Pride happen throughout the month, the big event is the Pride Parade on Saturday, June 8 at noon. Organizers estimate 35,000 will participate in various celebrations in the neighborhood.

If you're new to the South End, get ready. Our neighborhood's history as a "gay mecca" makes it the premier spot to view the parade.

The Boston Pride Parade Saturday kicks off at noon, 12 noon, rain or shine. The parade starts at Boylston Street at Clarendon Street, turns right onto Clarendon Street, left onto Tremont Street in the South End, then turn left onto Berkeley Street back to Boylston.

The Annual Chandler Street Block Party happens on Saturday from 1:30 - 7 pm at the The Trophy Room/ Chandler Inn on Chandler Street, between Berkley Street and Tremont Street. It's a benefit for AIDS Action Committee of MA. 21+, positive ID required for entry, Donation $15 - cash only. Event entrances located on both Berkley Street and Tremont Street.The rain or shine.

There will be parking bans and street closings, so look carefully before you park and plan your day accordingly. You can find a full calendar of Pride Events and a map of the parade route at mysouthend.com. Download the Boston Pride app at itunes.apple.com

To accommodate the parade, temporary "Tow Zone, No Stopping, Parade Saturday" parking regulations will be in effect at the following South End locations. Visit www.cityofboston.gov/ for a full listing.

Tremont Street, both sides, from Cambridge Street to Beacon Street
Tremont Street, both sides, from Union Park Street to East Berkeley Street
Staniford Street, East Side, from Cambridge Street to opposite Cardinal O'Connell Way

In addition, temporary "Tow Zone, No Stopping, Friday and Saturday" parking regulations will be in effect at the following location.
Tremont Street, North Side, at #585-595 on parking meters CG077-CG080.

For a full list of Boston Pride events, visit our sister-publication Bay Windows at www.baywindows.com