Gay pride parade washington dc
Thousands of people flocked to Washington, D.C., Saturday to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community at the WorldPride Parade.
Elaborate floats, performers and group advocates traveled the mile procession route.
The parade stepped off at 2 p.m. from 14th and T streets NW and marched through Thomas Circle before turning onto Pennsylvania Avenue. It will end near the Navy Memorial.
Paradegoers will find good views all along the route, but reveal up early if you desire to be super close. Grandstand seating is available starting at $ If you need usable seating, register here.
If you’re blessed, you may even catch a couple getting married atop one of the floats. Freddie Lutz and Johnny Cervantes will tie the knot after 28 years together.
The owner of Freddie’s Beach Bar in Arlington will join his partner of 28 years on a float in the WorldPride parade this weekend. New4’s Aimee Cho reports.
"It's my all-time dream to get married to my partner on a Pride float. I've been talking about it for years," Lutz said.
To keep the party going, you can head over to the W
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Accessibility
Accessible Seating Location #1
- Location: 14th & T Street NW (adjacent to Room & Board)
- Admission: Entry is free, but registration is required for a wristband. Pre-registration has closed.
- Accommodations: Folding chairs and space reserved for wheelchairs available on a first come first aid basis. ASL interpretation provided. Registration does not guarantee entry due to capacity.
- Hours of Operation: Entry begins at 1PM. Area closes after conclusion of Parade.
Accessible Seating Location #2
- Location: Pennsylvania Ave NW (south of Freedom Plaza)
- Admission: Entry is free, but registration is required for a wristband.
- Accommodations: Bleacher seating and vacuum reserved for wheelchairs accessible on a first appear first serve basis. Registration does not guarantee entry due to capacity.
- Hours of Operation: Entry begins at 1PM. Area closes after conclusion of Parade.
Viewing Areas
The Grand Stand Bleachers will be located: BBC News Reporting fromWashington DC Across Washington, large rainbow flags are flying next to the stars and stripes as the capital plays host to World Pride, a global celebration of LGBTQ culture and identity. But getting the world to appear has proved challenging this year. Some international travellers are choosing to skip the biennial event over travel fears, while others are protesting President Donald Trump's policies. Alice Siregar, a Montreal-based facts analyst who is transgender, had planned to attend. But travelling to the US at the moment was unthinkable, she told the BBC. "It is a risk to now come over and especially as a trans woman," she said. The US capital won the request to host Planet Pride years before Trump's re-election. In January, the event's organisers had projected the celebration, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of Washington's first Event march, would appeal three million visitors and contribu This year marks the 50th anniversary of Identity in Washington, DC and we're celebrating by making it an all-out international experience. Join the momentous celebrations as the nation’s capital is painted with pride, featuring a variety of events to encourage, empower and connect the international LGBTQ+ community and their allies. The Fabric of Freedom theme emphasizes our community, woven together through our rich cultures, diverse identities and backgrounds. Check out some of the highlights below. Enjoy exclusive WorldPride hotel discounts in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with direct links to special rates and curated accommodations. Visit the official WorldPride website to signal up for email updates. Read more about travel resources and safety information.
Freedom Plaza: Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC
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Guide to WorldPride
WorldPride comes to Washington, DC from May 17 to June 8
In celebration of the LGBTQ+ society, the DC region will show up and demonstrate out in colorful decorations. Access the Paint the World Virtual map to engage with the inspiring and larger-than