LGBTQ Pride Month Celebrations Unite Millions Across US Cities

Pride Month 2025 celebrations feature major events across the U.S., highlighting LGBTQ+ resilience and community spirit. Los Angeles kicked off Pride with WeHo Pride's Outloud Music Festival, showcasing performances by artists like Lizzo, Kim Petras, and Paris Hilton, followed by a Pride Parade with icons such as Cara Delevingne and Chris Kluwe. The 55th annual L.A. Pride Parade, broadcast live on ABC7 and digital platforms, will take place in Hollywood with grand marshals including Niecy Nash and Andrew Rannells, featuring diverse contingents and entertainment. New York City’s Pride Month includes its renowned Pride March and the largest LGBTQ+ street festival in the U.S., PrideFest, along with new events like its first sober party and Youth Pride, aimed at creating safe, inclusive spaces amid ongoing challenges for trans youth. Both cities emphasize connection, celebration, and advocacy through performances, parades, and community-focused activities. These events collectively underscore the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility while fostering joy and solidarity nationwide.