Here's what you'll need to know about catching the Capital Pride Parade in Washington, D.C. this year. Pride Month is here! Here's when major cities celebrate with parades in On Saturday, June 8, , motorists should take into consideration the following parking restrictions and street closures associated with the Capital Pride Parade and Block Party:. Please note, although vehicular traffic will not be able to cross 14th Street between U Street, NW and Independence Avenue, SW during the parade, residents will still be able to access their homes if they live east or west of 14th Street. These areas will experience intermittent traffic closures and motorists should expect delays.
Celebrate with the LGBTQ+ community and its allies at the historic Capital Pride Parade! This beloved tradition honors the history and acknowledges the evolution of the LGBTQ+ neighborhoods in Washington, DC, while respecting the origins and importance of taking to the streets in the fight for equality. The Capital Pride Alliance is a c 3 non-profit organization. In order to provide equitable opportunities for organizations to participate in the WorldPride Celebration, we are happy to offer the following tiers based on organization size and income. Applications will be available December
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 8: People attend the annual Capital Pride Parade on June 8, in Washington, DC. The first officially recognized DC Pride celebration was “Gay Pride Day” held. The D. Metro area is awash in rainbow bunting as workers at local venues prepare for the throng of revelers celebrating Pride. The Capital Pride Parade and Festival to be held over the weekend is expected to draw several hundred thousand people to the region.
Round 2 goes live June May 24 through DC Black Pride. DC Black Pride has been serving the city’s Black LGBTQIA community (and beyond) since More than , attendees are expected. The 49th annual march was moved this year from the Dupont Circle area to 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff made an appearance at the beginning of the parade. Billy Porter speaking at a press conference before the parade.