In a city that fully embraces its vibrant culture and diverse community, LA Pride is the second largest Pride celebration in the United States and one of the largest in the world. Kicking off each June, visitors partake in a dynamic array of special events to celebrate and empower the LGBTQ+ community.
At the centre of Pride Week celebrations is the iconic LA Pride Parade – which originally debuted in 1970 as the world’s first permitted parade advocating for gay rights. The celebratory procession down Hollywood Boulevard culminates in Pride Village, a free street fair adjacent to the parade route featuring food, activities, and live performances. Pride festivities will also include the two-day Pride in the Park festival headlined by global superstars and GRAMMY Award-winning queens Megan Thee Stallion and Mariah Carey; LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium, OUTLOUD @ WeHo Pride, the flagship music festival and concert experience of WeHo Pride Weekend; Pride is Universal at Universal Studios, including the recently opened Super Nintendo World and much more.
Let’s take a closer look at the events:
OUTLOUD @ WeHo Pride – June 2-4, 2023
Kicking off Pride Season, OUTLOUD @ WeHo Pride is the flagship music festival and concert experience of WeHo Pride Weekend, returning to West Hollywood Park with a star-studded, high-energy line-up celebrating and advocating for queer voices in music. Musical artists include Carly Rae Jepsen, Passion Pit, Grace Jones, Idina Menzel, Orville Peck, Santigold and more.
WeHo Pride Parade – June 4, 2023
Get festive as the WeHo Pride Parade rolls down Santa Monica Boulevard on Sunday, June 4! The WeHo Pride Parade is an imaginative and colorful annual tradition that embraces LGBTQ+ representation, inclusion, and progress. Full of music, dancing, colorful floats, festive marching contingents, and creative flair, the Parade celebrates LGBTQ+ people and our contributions to community and culture. The Parade is a lively, energetic experience with good cheer and great vibes, and a whole lot of rainbows! Whether you participate in the Parade or join in the fun as a spectator, there’s something for everyone at the WeHo Pride Parade.
Pride is Universal – June 8, 2023
This LA Pride fan favorite is back and better than ever with Super Nintendo World. The after-hours theme park experience is open to guests of all ages and includes park entry as early as 4:00pm, then exclusive extended park hours from 9:00pm -1:00am. As always, Pride is Universal will feature live DJs, Universal character meet-and-greets, photo ops, and more, with musical guests, drag performers and surprises to be announced. Back by popular demand, the VIP – Universal Express ticket option includes earlier access to the park at 2:00pm, Universal Express access to the park’s attractions, premium viewing areas at the main stage and exclusive access to the LA Pride VIP Lounge.
LA Pride in the Park – June 9-10, 2023
The largest Pride music event in the country, LA Pride in the Park will expand this year to a two-day extravaganza, taking place at Los Angeles State Historic Park on Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10. Global superstars and GRAMMY Award-winning queens Megan Thee Stallion and Mariah Carey are headlining Friday and Saturday, respectively. The festival will also feature an array of local vendors and LGBTQ+ exhibitors; a large sober space, sponsor giveaways, Erotic City for the leather community, and the new Trans Galleria, highlighting the art and creativity of the LA trans community.
53rd Annual LA Pride Parade – June 11, 2023
In 2022, the LA Pride Parade returned to Hollywood for the first time since 1978, and over 145,000 spectators cheered on the iconic LGBTQ+ procession down Hollywood Blvd. This year, there will be even more fun and Pride, with extra performances, music, and surprises during this free event. Adjacent to the Parade route will be Pride Village, a free street fair featuring food, activities, live performances and more.
LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium – June 16, 2023
The Dodgers have again teamed up with their long-time community nonprofit partner LA Pride to host their annual LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium, against rival San Francisco Giants, on Friday, June 16 at 7:00pm. This special event ticket package includes a ticket to the game and an exclusive Dodgers LGBTQ+ jersey. The game will be followed by a spectacular drone show.
Street Food Cinema: “The Birdcage” at The Autry – June 17, 2023
Featuring a wide range of films, gourmet food trucks and live music, Street Food Cinema presents Saturday night screenings at outdoor locations from The Autry Museum to Los Angeles State Historic Park, Will Rogers State Historic Park, and Verdugo Park in Glendale. On June 17, SFC will present a special Pride screening of The Birdcage starring Robin Williams, Nathan Lane, Gene Hackman and Dianne Wiest (1996) at The Autry.
LGBTQ Night @ Cinespia, The Hollywood Forever Cemetery: “Velvet Goldmine” – June 17, 2023
Cinespia brings movie magic to life with dazzling screenings of classic films under the stars at iconic venues including The Hollywood Forever Cemetery. On June 17, Cinespia will present a special screening of “Velvet Goldmine” for LGBTQ Night.
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