Pride month is in full swing, with events taking place all over the world to celebrate love, diversity, and the progress of the LGBTQ+ community. Across the globe, cities are hosting vibrant and dynamic events that draw millions of people each year. So, in that spirit, the Huddle team put together a roundup of some of the most unique, iconic and historic Pride month events from across the world.
New York City
June 1–30
NYC Pride is one of the most iconic celebrations on our list, taking place throughout June. The city’s history with the LGBTQ+ movement, especially The Stonewall Inn’s significance, makes it a pivotal location for Pride events. In 2016, President Obama designated The Stonewall Inn as a national monument, the first LGBTQ+ historic site recognized federally. This year, the landmark will also feature its own visitor center at 51 Christopher Street.
Highlights include Yankees Pride Nights, which come with a special pride-flag-logo baseball cap, and “The Stonewall Jukebox: A Documentary Concert” at City Winery on June 28. However, the centerpiece event is the star-studded NYC Pride March on June 30 at 11 a.m., featuring grand marshals such as transgender activist Miss Major, writer Raquel Willis, and RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage.
Los Angeles
June 8–9
Pride Month in Los Angeles is a major event, culminating in the L.A. Pride Festival & Parade. This year, L.A. Pride in the Park on June 8 will feature performances by Ricky Martin, MUNA, Tokischa, and JoJo Siwa. The L.A. Pride Parade on June 9, the first permitted gay pride parade globally, attracted 148,000 revelers last year. Grand marshals include actor George Takei, wrestler Cassandro, El Exótico, and LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley.
Other events include LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium (June 14), Pride Is Universal at Universal Studios Hollywood (June 15), and a special screening at Pride Night at Cinespia (June 22).
Sydney
June 1–30
Sydney celebrates Pride for the entire month of June with a variety of events, including film screenings, gallery exhibitions, cabaret performances, drag revues, trivia nights, and dance parties. Notable activities include tours with drag queen The Fabulous Wonder Mama, exploring the city’s LGBT hub, Oxford Street.
Sydney also hosts the annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras each February, one of the most popular events in the nation, with a parade and party down Oxford Street that began as a protest in 1978.
Amsterdam
July 27–August 4
Amsterdam Pride, scheduled from July 27 to August 4, is known for its inclusive and progressive celebrations. The city will host open-air screenings, street parties, and sporting events under this year’s theme, “Together.” The world’s only gay canal parade will take place on August 3 at noon, starting at Oosterdok, featuring 80 boats designed for accessibility.
San Francisco
May 31–June 30
San Francisco Pride, one of the oldest and largest in the U.S., will see nearly 1 million attendees. The final weekend includes the SF Pride Parade on June 30 at 10:30 a.m., with Billy Porter as the grand marshal and mainstage headliner. The event also features the Beacon of Love City Hall Party at 1 p.m. and the installation of an enormous pink triangle on Twin Peaks on June 8, symbolizing the Nazi badge used to identify queer concentration camp prisoners.
São Paulo
May 29–June 2
São Paulo hosts the world’s largest Pride parade, attracting around 3 million participants last year. The parade on June 2 begins at the São Paulo Museum of Art and moves down Avenida Paulista. Pride festivities kick off a week earlier in neighborhoods like Frei Caneca, Jardin, and Largo do Arouche.
Madrid
June 28–July 7
Madrid’s annual Pride festival, MADO, is Europe’s largest, drawing nearly 2 million participants. Events are centered in the Chueca neighborhood and spread throughout the city. The Pride parade on July 6 is framed as a demonstration, featuring floats from various LGBTQ organizations.
Berlin
June 28–July 28
Berlin’s Pride celebration, known as Berlin CSD or Christopher Street Day, attracts nearly a million participants. This year, Pride Month includes panels, meetings, parties, and workshops on topics like queerness in old age and the intersection of sports and sexuality. The parade on July 27 is a highlight, featuring DJs, ravers, and performers.
Pride Toronto
June
Pride Toronto is one of the world’s biggest and most diverse Pride celebrations. The final week of June features the Dyke March, Trans March, and the main Pride Parade. Unique events include the TreeHouse Party on June 25, an all-day rave with proceeds supporting The 519, the city’s LGBTQ+ center.
Pride in London Parade
July 1
Pride in London, despite past controversies, remains a magical day for many. The parade down Regent Street on July 1 is a sight to behold. London Trans+ Pride on July 8 continues the spirit of providing a safe space for queer communities.
Tel Aviv Pride
June 4-10
Tel Aviv Pride offers a unique blend of rooftop parties and beach celebrations. The Pride Parade on June 10 ends at Charles Clore Park, where festivities continue on the beach. With warm weather and vibrant events, Tel Aviv Pride is a must-visit.
Conclusion
Pride Month is celebrated with unparalleled energy and diversity across the globe. From New York City’s historic marches to the vibrant parades in São Paulo and the inclusive festivities in Amsterdam, each city offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Whether you’re attending for the first time or a seasoned Pride-goer, these celebrations are a testament to the resilience, joy, and spirit of the LGBTQ+ community. While you may not be lucky enough to get to one of the places we have mentioned, there are amazing pride events happening in cities around the globe, so chances are there are events near you where you can get involved.
