Naples Pride Fest permit approved with restrictions by City Council

NAPLES, Fla. —

The city of Naples has approved Naples Pride's request to host its annual Pride Fest at Cambier Park; however, restrictions requiring drag shows to remain indoors are in place again.

The decision comes as a lawsuit continues between the city and Naples Pride over the requirement to keep drag shows indoors during last year's festival.

Last week, a federal judge ruled that the lawsuit against the city of Naples could proceed.

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