2018
LGBT PRIDE EVENTS.
The first ever Pride March took place in New York City in June 1970, one year after the Stonewall Riots. The Marches were organised to highlight the struggle that gay men and lesbians faced everyday and also to fight for their fundamental rights - to be allowed to love who they choose and to do so openly.
The following year, Pride Marches took place in London, Paris and Germany and now take place annually all over the world.
Many Marches have now become celebrations of our culture and festivals are held that can last for weeks.
Do we still need a Pride March?
There are still many countries who oppress, abuse and even kill people just because of their sexuality. Even in countries, where there are equal rights and Marriage Equality, lesbians are still being raped and murdered. So yes, let's keep marching and celebrating our wonderful culture and diversity. Show the world - LOVE is LOVE...
NYC Pride March 1970.
Jan
28
Victoria Pride March,
Melbourne
Kicking off at 2pm with the much-loved pre-march procession by Dykes on Bikes followed by thousands of marchers. Stay on for the post-Pride Celebrations at Catani Gardens, running until 7pm.
Feb
9
Pride Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale.
Pride in style on Fort Lauderdale's world class beach. Take a VIP cruise and enjoy the entertainment. Estelle is headlining this year.
Feb
23
Cape Town Gay Pride
South Africa.
9 days of parades and parties at the 14th consecutive Cape Town Gay Pride. Pubs, clubs and events including the legendary Pool Party at the Glen Hotel.
Apr
2
Miami Beach
Gay Pride.
A three day event with parade, festival and beach party, Miami is celebrating it's Pride's 10th Anniversary this year. With VIPs, Celebrities and fantastic firework display. One not to miss.
Apr
7
Phoenix
Gay Pride.
This year the Festival will include 6 stages with over 150 performances over 2 days. There will also be an erotic world stage with adult performers.
May
3
Gran Canaria,
Gay Pride Maspalmos.
Pool parties galore at the 17th Maspalomas Gay Pride. 10 days of parades and events in the Spanish sunshine island of Gran Canaria. Expect 100,000 to attend.
May
18
The Belgium Pride,
Brussells.
The Belgium Pride event has taken place annually since 1996 in the centre of this beautiful European city.
Quite a political feel to the March.
May
19
Long Beach Pride
Los Angeles.
Running since 1984, it's now the 2nd biggest Pride Festival in the US. Chaka Khan performed last year. This year's performers are still to be announced.
May
20
Puerto Vallarte Pride
Puerto Vallarta.
The Pride event on this popular Mexican beach resort consists of beach parties, concerts, films and cultural events to celebrate the LGBT community.
May
26
Birmingham Gay Pride
England.
Held in the gay village at Hurst Street, this promises to be a spectatular weekend, with a carnival parade, women's arena, top DJs and funfair.
Jun
1
Boston Gay Pride,
Boston.
The birthplace of GLAAD promises many events dedicated to LGBT Art and Culture. There are parades, dinner parties and more...
Jun
2
Aarhus Gay Pride,
Aarhus.
This Pride march weaves through this Danish town until it reaches the Arts Museum, where LGBT culture and diversity will be celebrated.
Jun
3
Sao Paulo Gay Pride,
Sao Paulo.
This Brazilian March is probably the biggest in the world, with millions taking part each year.
If it's a carnival atmosphere you want, this is definitely the place to go.
Jun
6
Key West PrideFest,
Key West.
Enjoy the Pridefest in the heat of this Tropical Island. Party in the pools and, if you're feeling confident, enter the Miss Key West Pride contest.