These stories first appeared at Out Front Magazine.

Stories by Julie River, Scarlett Elise, Ryley Sundbye, and Jordan Cunning at Out Front Magazine

AURORA | This year’s Aurora Pride gets a healthy dose of punk rock. Whereas the entertainment at Denver Pride is mostly limited to DJs and drag performers, Aurora Pride has a few rock acts to spice things up, including Soy Celesté, Gila Teen, and the headliners, Plasma Canvas.

Aurora Pride will be held this year at Fletcher Plaza in downtown Aurora on East Colfax Avenue Aug. 30, and at two nearby venues.

“Aurora Pride will look a bit different this year with a block party-style celebration in the middle of the city’s Cultural Arts District,” organizers said. “We are providing new offerings like a designated sober space, partnerships with

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