The Lyon and Villeurbanne Pride March, originally planned for early summer, has been moved to Saturday, October 10, 2026, due to a severe heatwave impacting the Lyon metropolitan area. The event will start with speeches at 1:00 PM at the Gratte-Ciel metro station on line A in Villeurbanne, followed by a procession departing at 2:00 PM. The chosen slogan, "Heatwaves and fascisms are holding us back! For sex workers, for trans people, back to resistance!" highlights the collective's focus on LGBTQ+ rights, the defense of trans individuals and sex workers, and a political stance against what the organizers call "fascisms." This phrase is used to describe what they view as rising authoritarian or oppressive tendencies in society. The procession will cover approximately 3.8 kilometers, beginning at Gratte-Ciel metro station and passing through Émile-Zola avenue, Vitton avenue, and Franklin-Roosevelt avenue toward the Foch area. From there, the march will follow the Rhône River to Tête d'Or Park, with an expected arrival at the Porte des Enfants du Rhône, where an associative village will be set up. Organizers have warned that some parts of the route will be narrower, especially after Masséna, and that there will be limited shade and public restrooms on certain sections of the path. Some groups will march in non-mixed formats, meaning they will be in designated areas reserved temporarily for people directly affected by certain forms of discrimination. The Fiertés en Lutte Collective explains that this approach aims to make specific demands more visible and allow those affected by discrimination to feel more comfortable participating or organizing. Participants are asked to respect the composition of these processions, which may sometimes exclude white individuals or heterosexuals. Volunteers will be present to guide people through the affected areas and answer any questions. The event underscores the growing emphasis on inclusivity and safety within Pride marches, ensuring that all voices, especially those from marginalized communities, are heard and represented. The rescheduling reflects the organizers' commitment to both the well-being of participants and the core messages they wish to convey through the march.