For ten days in June, Boston becomes a hub of love with small marches, speeches, over 40 events, and a four-hour parade celebrating Boston’s diversity and richness. Now the largest annual public event in New England, Boston Pride is ideal for anyone looking to get the full pride experience. Massachusetts may not be too hefty but it’s absolutely bursting forth with amazing summer pride parades. Flickr/Josh McGinn/(CC BY ND 2.0) Massachusetts Pride Celebrations From the raucous festivities of Boston Pride to the quirky parades of the area’s smaller hamlets, these New England pride celebrations promise a summer filled with nothing but peace, love, and pride. Yep, here in New England we have an awful lot to be proud of. Throughout these summer months, towns across the region hoist their rainbow flags and charter floats to celebrate their wonderful LGBT residents. As summer rolls into New England’s rocky coasts and towering peaks, with it comes a wave of pride.