Reflections From Monterey Pride and Pride Month with Nick Zafaritos and Grand Marshals David Reichard and JT Mason

Reflections From Monterey Pride and Pride Month with Nick Zafaritos and Grand Marshals David Reichard and JT Mason

Author: ksqd.org July 6, 2026 Duration: 0:00
June is Pride Month and many Pride events have occurred across the state and nation. One of the final prides of the month is Monterey Peninsula Pride that took place on the last Saturday of June.  Hear from Monterey Pride Vice Chair Nick Zafritos and Grand Marshal David Reichard talk about the parade and festival and many events of Monterey Peninsula Pride.  

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