It is with pleasure that M.A. Healy & Sons Ltd., the Safety Specialists, are supporting Wicklow Pride 2025.

A Pride group with a strong Arklow connection

The Wicklow Pride Festival has a strong Arklow connection, having been created by Arklow residents Dave Thomas, an LGBTQIA+ activist since the late 80s, and his Civil Partner Patrick Bracken in 2015. When Patrick and Dave moved to Arklow, they heard from locals about homophobic behaviour and learned that there were no LGBTQIA+ groups in Arklow or the surrounding areas. 

We wish the festival the very best of luck, and look forward to seeing their parade in Wicklow town this Saturday, 5th July, at 14:30.