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Jun 06, 2023

The D.C. Area Is On Alert For Mpox As Pride Starts. Here’s What You Need To Know.

All your questions answered.

May 18, 2023

Update: Rina Sawayama, Hayley Kiyoko, and Monet X Change Join ‘Frozen’ Star Idina Menzel For Capital Pride Lineup

No, not Adele Nazim … Idina Menzel is coming to “Let It Go” in D.C., where she’ll appear at the Capital Pride Concert along with Debbie Gibson and others.

Nov 04, 2022

D.C. Chosen To Host WorldPride In 2025 — In Time To Celebrate Capital Pride’s 50th Anniversary

After Taiwan’s bid stumbled, D.C. made another pitch and landed WorldPride 2025. Local organizers are excited to welcome thousands of international attendees.

Jun 23, 2022

Arlington’s First-Ever Countywide Pride Celebration Is This Weekend

The organizers are friends and longtime Arlington residents who a few years ago took it upon themselves to plan a hometown Pride for the county.

Jun 10, 2022

Bowser, Contee Offer Vague Security Plans Ahead Of Busy June

Both officials urged residents to “look out for their neighbors,” as a series of large crowds are expected in the city this month.

Jun 01, 2022

Here’s Your Guide To Celebrate Pride Month Around D.C.

The District is ready for Pride Month. This year, residents have their choice of festivals, parties, and activities for the whole family.

Jun 12, 2021

‘I Feel Like I Could Cry:’ Capital Pride Returns For In-Person Celebrations

“I just got out of the Metro station and I immediately saw flags, I saw people with crazy hairstyles…I had just the feeling of [being] free.”

May 15, 2020

Without The Parades And In-Person Parties, Pride Will Look Very Different This Year

“It’s a nice reminder of the community, that it still exists. And that we are still here even if we can’t be together in person.”

Jun 11, 2019

The Parade May Be Over, But There Are Still Ways To Celebrate Pride This June

Whether you like museums, food, or books, there are still opportunities to take part in Pride activities this month.

Jun 12, 2017

Photos: Sights And Scenes From Pride Weekend

Never a dull weekend in D.C., this year was even more packed than usual.

 
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