Crowds are to gather in Newry for this years pride festival there.
It's the fifth time the city is hosting the LGBT event.
Colourful floats will take place in the parade at 2 o clock.
An open air concert and family fun day will take place in McClelland Park after.
Damian McKevitt of Pride in Newry says today always marks an emotional return to the city for ex-pats.
Junior Minister Megan Fearon was among thousands of people today celebrating.
She said: “Events like these are extremely important in promoting equality and inclusion of the LGBT community in our society.
“This is not just an event for lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender people. It’s an event for the entire community regardless of sexual orientation. We want a shared society that respects diversity. " she added
"We must create and foster a community which promotes mutual respect and understanding; a community which celebrates and gains strength from its diversity. We must tackle the barriers that arise for people as a result of aspects of their identity, including sexual orientation and gender.”
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