Thousands gather for Portland Pride parade Sunday

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Portland Pride celebrations had a stormy start Sunday, but the brief downpour wasn't enough to rain on the parade.

The annual parade, emceed by KOIN 6's very own Emily Burris and Travis Teich along with co-hosts Summer Lynne Seasons and Bolivia Carmichaels, went off without a hitch and some state leaders, including Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, were seen joining in the celebration.

Attendees told KOIN 6 that the event was more than just a celebration, it was about being yourself.

"I love to just be myself, be open, be free, living true and honest to yourself is what this is all about, that expression is so exciting to see," one attendee said.

After the parade, thousands of paradegoers took off for the Old Town Block Party as well as the waterfront festival, where drag superstar and Portland native, Jinkx Monsoon headlined the night's festivities.

Watch the full recap in the player above.