EuroPride took place in Riga, Latvia today – with 5000 people flying in from around the world to take part.

Latvia thus becomes the first post-Soviet country to host the event, which takes place in a different European city each year.

The parade – which was heavily policed – seemed to go smoothly, despite some protestors burning a rainbow flag as the procession made its way back to VÄ“rmanes Park this afternoon.

Attendance was 3000 up on the 2000 predicted. Organizers said a typical figure for previous Pride festivals in the city was around 800.

Marchers included openly gay US singer Steve Grand – who is to give two performances in the city today – and Stuart Milk, nephew of the late Harvey Milk.

It is 10 years since the first Pride in Riga – which was marred by the presence of several thousand protestors.

Gay Star News attended the parade as part of the #mygaypride summer campaign – we will publish a full report on the event over the coming days.