World pride festival

WorldPride Washington, DC

Washington, DC will host WorldPride

marks the 50th Anniversary of Pride celebrations in Washington, DC! The Capital Self-acceptance Alliance is eager for Washington, DC to host WorldPride and share this momentous and invigorating milestone with our international community. Reach and celebrate May 23 – June 8, !

WorldPride Amsterdam

Amsterdam will host WorldPride

Amsterdam is acknowledged as a metropolis of tolerance. With nationalities it’s the most diverse capital in the Nature. The diversity is also related to our strong and vivid LGBTQIA+ people, which belongs to Amsterdam and strengthens its atmosphere of tolerance and creativity. It was in that the world’s first same-sex marriage was conducted by our former mayor. We are proud of this fact and in we will celebrate 25 years of marriage equality. Nowadays, tolerance for and freedom of the LGBTQIA+ society is not widespread. Therefore, the town of Amsterdam has put serious attempt into protecting our community. Each summer, the whole ci

The WorldPride Film Festival invited filmmakers worldwide to submit LGBTQ+ films of all genres and lengths to be screened in the nation’s capital as we celebrate 50 years of Pride in DC. We are proud to showcase these thought-provoking and inspiring stories from a diversity of filmmakers, sharing genuine experiences that enrich lives and, through shared discovery, bring us closer together. Please join us for this cinematic spin around the globe.

Ages: 18+ (Adults only)

Content Warnings: mild references to grief, infertility or infant loss, mild usage of swearing or &#;coarse&#; language, flashing or strobing lights, mild depictions of sexual content

FILM LINEUP:

PM &#; Shorts Showcase: People of Metro DC

DC GAY Event
Director: Gary Davis • 6 Min • Documentary • USA •
At age 19, Gary Davis took his 16mm Bolex camera, and a friend with a cassette recorder, to the unchartered territory of a same-sex attracted pride event in the heart of Washington, DC. With the good fortune of finding editing equipment at the Corcoran Museum and a fantastically relevant song from Casse

Street Festival

Gallery Food Court

noon – pm
Grab a bite to eat from a variety of sustenance vendors near the Capitol Stage.

Monument Food Court

noon – pm
Grab a bite to eat from a variety of diet vendors in the heart of the Street Festival.

Senate Beverage Garden*

noon – pm
The Senate Beverage Garden is located nearby the Capitol Stage. Savor a drink with a view of the headlining entertainment and U.S. Capitol!
*Open to all ages.

Monument Beverage Garden

noon – pm
The Monument Beverage Garden will provide revelers the opportunity to cool down or heat up while watching and listening to great entertainment on the Monument Festival Stage, while sipping their favorite beverage.

Capitol Beverage Garden*

pm – pm
The Capitol Beverage Garden will provide revelers the best view of the U.S. Capitol and the chance to encounter the entertainment on the Capitol Stage. You will also be able to enjoy your favorite soul, beer, and or wine.
*Must be 21+ years of age to enter.

Dupont Beverage Garden*

noon – pm
The Dupont Beverage Garden will allow you to enjoy yo

Guide to WorldPride

WorldPride comes to Washington, DC from May 17 to June 8

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Pride in Washington, DC and we're celebrating by making it an all-out international experience. Join the momentous celebrations as the nation’s capital is painted with pride, featuring a variety of events to inspire, empower and connect the international LGBTQ+ community and their allies. The Fabric of Liberty theme emphasizes our community, woven together through our rich cultures, diverse identities and backgrounds. Check out some of the highlights below.

Enjoy exclusive WorldPride hotel discounts in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with direct links to distinct rates and curated accommodations. Go to the official WorldPride website to sign up for email updates.

Read more about travel resources and protection information.

In celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, the DC region will show up and reveal out in colorful decorations. Access the Paint the World Virtual map to engage with the inspiring and larger-than