1988
Men dance on a float at the 19th annual Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade. The first permitted gay parade in the world took place in Hollywood on June 28, 1970, where approximately 2,000 people gathered on McCadden Place, marched north to Hollywood Blvd. and proceeded east towards Vine Street. The inaugural event took place to honor the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Riots—when drag queens and LGBTQ+ community members stood up to police in New York City—sparking a movement that continues to grow. Today, Pride has evolved into one of the nation’s largest and most powerful celebrations of identity, resistance and joy.
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Two women ride a motorcycle in the 19th annual Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade in Hollywood.
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1997
A reveler dressed as Cher joins the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade in Hollywood in June, 1997.
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2003
Cyndi Lauper brought her signature confidence to the 2003 Christopher Street West LA Pride Parade, where she served as Grand Marshal. The pop icon had just performed the night before at the festival and was also marking a personal milestone—her 50th birthday.
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1999
Gary Marcello (right) and fellow members of Avatar—a West Hollywood-based S & M, leather and fetish club—embrace their boldest selves during the 29th annual Gay and Lesbian Pride celebration on June 6, 1999. With harnesses, leather and unapologetic flair, the group helped showcase the diversity, freedom and subcultural pride that have long been cornerstones of L.A.’s vibrant queer community.
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2013
A paradegoer dons vibrant rainbow wings at the 43rd annual LA Pride Parade on June 9, 2013. With more than 400,000 attendees flooding the streets, the celebration served as a powerful show of support for the LGBTQ+ community.
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2022
Christina Aguilera lit up the stage at LA Pride in the Park on June 11, 2022. The event, presented by Christopher Street West, marked a major highlight of Pride weekend— drawing thousands for a night of music and celebration.
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2024
Ricky Martin electrified the crowd at LA Pride in the Park on June 8, 2024, delivering a dynamic performance at Los Angeles State Historic Park. As the first openly gay Latin artist to headline the event, Martin’s appearance marked a significant milestone in Pride history, aligning with the 2024 theme, “Power in Pride.” While Pride in the Park will not take place this year, the 55th Annual LA Pride Parade and Pride Village are happening June 8. Follow @lapride on Instagram for info and updates on all things LA Pride-related.
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