Southlake LGBTQ+ festival postponed to 2027 after city officials deny permit

The Pride Kel-So festival in Southlake has been postponed to 2027 after city officials denied its permit. Founders April and Shaina Dreyson plan to use the time to gather community support. They also intend to contest the Southlake City Council’s decision.
Pride Kel-So founders April and Shaina Dreyson are taking time to garner community support and contest Southlake City Council’s decision.
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