The sixteenth edition of Antwerp Pride will themed 'Braveolution'.

The announcement came on January 29th during the organisation's reception. During the festival, which will be held from 9 to 13 August 2023, the whole of Antwerp will be turned into a 'brave space', where the LGBTQIA+ community can be themselves. 

The Antwerp Pride organisers stated that much has already been achieved in our society in terms of equal rights and tolerance, for which we should be happy, but states that “in reality, a lot of courage is still needed to take certain very simple step. If Antwerp were a brave space, everyone could develop into who they are within a respectful society and with the support of fellow citizens, colleagues, family, government…,” said Antwerp Pride spokesperson Wilfried Eetezonne.“ Then it would be normal to walk hand in hand with someone of the same gender identity or to dress in a way that goes against the imposed heteronormative rules ”. 

There will be many cultural events as well as parties during the Pride Weekend and the programme will be released in the next few weeks.