The Pride Parade in Los Angeles is an action in support of a tolerant attitude towards lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender people, as well as in defense of civil equality regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity. Every year it is visited by about 400,000 people. A three-hour parade takes place usually on a Sunday in June, at the end of Los Angeles Pride Week.
The Parade is held along Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood from 11 am to 2 pm. Inaugurated in 1970, it was among the first pride parades in the world, held in response to the famous 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City. The Parade attracts many civil rights activists, celebrities, politicians, and artists. Speakers at the LA Pride Parade included Nancy Pelosi, Chris Rock, Maxine Waters, Margaret Cho, America Ferrera, and Adam Lambert.
54th Annual LA Pride Parade
LA Pride Parade takes place on June 9, 2024, at Hollywood Boulevard Area. This year, more than 150 groups will parade under the theme “Power in Pride.” After, you can visit the Parade Block Party, which will run from midday to the evening. It will feature a performance stage, food and beverages, pop-up bars, a large vendor village, and more. The Parade's free "after-party" last year drew 35,000 people.
LA Pride Events
In addition to the actual procession, the event also includes a three-day festival program. Guests can enjoy music and dance performances on several stages, exhibitions of artists, animated shows, fashion shows, food, drinks, and other entertainment.
LA Pride in the Park
LA Pride in the Park, the program's start date, takes place on June 8 at LA State Historic Park. The show's headliner, Ricky Martin, will entertain the audience on the world-class stage. Guests will also have the opportunity to visit exhibitors and vendor booths, daytime activities, food trucks, and multiple bars.
LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium
World Series-winning Dodgers take on the Kansas City Royals, with LA Pride pre-game festivities featuring a DJ party on June 14.
Pride is Universal
Universal Studios Hollywood hosts an exclusive theme park experience for guests of all ages at 100 Universal City Plaza. The experience features rides and attractions, as well as additional after-hours music, performers, and more surprises.
