LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
(July 1. prideinlondon.org)
London Pride is one of the most iconic events in Europe, attracting over 1 million spectators and featuring more than 300,000 participants. The parade, which takes place on July 1, starts from Baker Street and ends in Whitehall, with 200 community groups, companies, charities, and organizations taking part. The main stage, located in Trafalgar Square, hosts British and international acts and DJs, while other stages, such as the Dean Street Stage in Soho and the Out With The Family Rainbow Fete in Golden Square, offer a more diverse and family-friendly atmosphere. In addition, thereโs plenty of circuit events, including the AS One Festival and the WE Party London, as well as the popular gay bars and clubs, such as Heaven, VFD, and Royal Vauxhall Tavern, which will host various parties throughout the weekend. The Big Pride Picnic in the Park takes place on July 2 at Vauxhall, featuring sports events, shows, and choirs.
NEW YORK CITY, USA
(June 23 – 25. nycpride.org)
NYC Transgender Support (Photo by AKatz)
New York City Pride is one of the worldโs most renowned Pride events, attracting over two million attendees each year. The eventโs highlight is the pride march, featuring colorful floats, music, and community groups. The Pride Rally, held on June 23rd, will focus on denouncing legislative attacks against LGBTQIA+ people. On June 24th, Planet Pride returns to the Brooklyn Mirage, featuring two signature parties, including RIO by TNW and WE Party by Madrid. Other must-see events include Teaze, Pride Island’s three-day festival featuring Kim Petras, and Pride Fest, an annual LGBT street fair held in Greenwich Village. The NYC Pride Parade on June 25th is not to be missed, starting at 25th Street and 5th Avenue and ending at 16th Street and 7th Avenue. Additional gay circuit events include DILF New York XL Pride Edition, Hustlaball New York Pride, and MEAT Underground Party, among others. Don’t miss this incredible celebration of love, acceptance, and activism!
SรO PAULO, BRAZIL
(June 7 – 11. facebook.com/paradasp)
Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil is home to the largest Pride Parade in the world, the Sรฃo Paulo Gay Pride, which takes place every year on the Sunday after the Corpus Christi annual holiday. The parade route runs along Avenida Paulista and ends at Praรงa Roosevelt, with over 25 themed floats, called Trio elรฉtricos, and festivities that continue late into the night. The Sรฃo Paulo Gay Pride is a 5-day event with debates, plays, music concerts, dance performances, cultural fairs, street markets, and affiliate parties held over the weekend, such as the Ursound Club Bear Party and the 12 hour marathon party Guapo Fiesta at Sonora Garden. The best neighborhood to stay in is Jardin, home to great hotels, restaurants, gay bars, and clubs, including the Aloka Club, Danger Dance Club, and Bubu Lounge. Other gay-friendly neighborhoods include Frei Caneca/Consolaรงรฃo, Largo do Arouche/Centro, Pinheiros, and Bela Vista.
TAIPEI, TAIWAN
(October 22 – 29. taiwanpride.lgbt)
Gay Taiwan (Photo by Hananeko Studio)
In October, Taipei will proudly host Taiwan Pride, the biggest gay event in the country, which is projected to bring in over 200,000 visitors from all over the world. This five-day event is highlighted by the Taipei Gay Pride Parade on the last Saturday of the month, celebrating its 21st anniversary in 2023. The parade starts at the town hall and proceeds through the streets of Taipei, with two groups of participants taking different routes. The official gay pride village in front of the town hall will feature live shows and performances throughout the day, and a big Post-Parade party that lasts well into the late evening. In addition, thereโs the Formosa Pride Weekend Party, with 10,000 attendees, several international guest DJs, and lots of hot GoGos. Taipei itself is a vibrant and modern city, offering endless shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities. The cityโs gay scene is also thriving, with over 20 gay bars and three gay mega clubs in the Red House District.
