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Taste the Rainbow
By Fort Worth Weekly
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
On Saturday, more than 7,400 registered attendees visited South Main Village to celebrate the sixth annual Trinity Pride Fest, becoming Tarrant County’s largest Pride celebration of the year. As banners and rainbow decorations lined the block, local bars, restaurants, and retailers welcomed the crow
Key takeaway The controversial SB-12 is officially law in Texas, now burdening Texas drag performers and small businesses with navigating this ambiguous new legislation.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The Sixth annual Trinity Pride Fest in South Main Village drew a large crowd, but the celebration was overshadowed by the looming threat of SB-12, a law that has already begun to impact the local arts scene. As the largest Pride celebration in Tarrant County, Trinity Pride Fest is a significant event for the Fort Worth community, and the new law's ambiguous provisions have created uncertainty for drag performers and small businesses that host them. The Fort Worth Police Department will play a crucial role in enforcing this law, and it remains to be seen how they will navigate the murky legal landscape. The Cultural District, which is home to numerous art venues and organizations, may also feel the effects of SB-12, as the law's vague provisions could lead to self-censorship and a chilling effect on artistic expression. As the city moves forward, it will be important to watch how local authorities balance enforcement of the law with the need to protect artistic freedom.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Weekly ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? On Saturday, more than 7,400 registered attendees visited South Main Village to celebrate the sixth annual Trinity Pride Fest, becoming Tarrant County’s largest Pride celebration of the year. As banners and rainbow decorations lined the block, local bars, restaurants, and retailers welcomed the crow
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