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society14 days ago•7 min saved

Naked Parade Moments at Seattle Pride Spark Controversy Near Children

Video from Seattle Pride shows nude marchers strolling the streets in front of children, fueling online backlash. The event featured participants from groups like Friends of Denny Blaine and included scenes near the city’s fountain; Seattle police say public nudity isn’t a crime by itself but can become indecent exposure if it alarmes others, with Washington state law outlining penalties. No arrests were immediately confirmed by officials.

via Fox News|

#indecent-exposure #lgbtq #nudity

local16 days ago•46 min saved

Seattle Pride Parade lights up downtown with rainbow celebration

Thousands filled Fourth Avenue in downtown Seattle for the city’s Pride Parade, a long-running LGBTQ+ celebration dating back to 1974, as marchers in rainbow colors wound from downtown to Seattle Center for a day of community celebration.

via KOMO|

#downtown-seattle #lgbtq #local

business17 days ago•3 min saved

Philz Coffee backs SF Pride with $30K after flag-removal backlash

Philz Coffee is paying $30,000 to sponsor San Francisco’s Pride Parade after reversing plans to remove Pride flags from its shops, with CEO Mahesh Sadarangani apologizing; the company plans a 'community wall' incorporating the Progress Pride flag, and SF Pride welcomed the move as corporate sponsorships for Pride shrink nationwide.

via New York Post|

#business #corporate-sponsorship #lgbtqia

entertainment1 month ago•38 min saved

Kathy Hilton Withdraws as WeHo Pride Grand Marshal Ahead of Parade

Kathy Hilton has stepped down from her role as Grand Marshal of West Hollywood's WeHo Pride just four days before the parade, following feedback from the community.

via Yahoo|

#community-feedback #entertainment #grand-marshal

local1 month ago•6 min saved

Permit hurdles force Long Beach Pride festival cancellation; parade still set for Sunday

The City of Long Beach canceled the three-day Long Beach Pride Festival due to incomplete permit information and required safety plans, but the Pride Parade scheduled for Sunday at 10 a.m. will still take place, with organizers and vendors pivoting to alternative celebrations as discussions over site options continued.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#festival-cancellation #lgbtq-community #local

world1 year ago•1 min saved

Global Pride Celebrations and Parade Highlights in Washington D.C.

The WorldPride parade in Washington D.C. was a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ community and resilience, occurring despite concerns over political moves affecting LGBTQ+ rights, with attendees enjoying music, floats, and a festive atmosphere after rain cleared.

via The New York Times|

#celebration #lgbtq #pride-parade

lgbtq-rights2 years ago•4 min saved

Thailand's Pride Parade Celebrates LGBTQ Progress and Marriage Equality Hopes

Thailand's Bangkok Pride Parade, marking the start of Pride Month, has grown into a significant social and political event, with the country poised to become the first in Southeast Asia to legalize marriage equality. The parade, supported by politicians, government agencies, and major businesses, reflects a shift in Thai society towards greater acceptance and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. The event's political significance has increased, driven by activists like Ann "Waaddao" Chumaporn, who have worked to raise awareness on gender equality and diversity.

via The Associated Press|

#lgbtq #lgbtq-rights #marriage-equality

local2 years ago•8 min saved

Pittsburgh Braces for Action-Packed Weekend with Chesney, Pride, and Arts Fest

Pittsburgh is set for a bustling Saturday with three major events: the Pittsburgh Pride march, the Three Rivers Arts Festival, and a Kenny Chesney concert at Acrisure Stadium. The city expects hundreds of thousands of visitors, leading to high demand for parking and public transit. Authorities advise early arrival and using mass transit to navigate the busy day.

via TribLIVE|

#arts-festival #events #kenny-chesney

event2 years ago•1 min saved

"2024 Chicago Pride Parade Downsized for Safety and Logistics"

The 53rd annual Chicago Pride Parade in 2024 will be downsizing with a cap of 125 entries and a new start time of 11 a.m. due to safety and logistical concerns, as confirmed by a parade spokesperson. The event, scheduled for June, aims to prioritize LGBTQ+ organizations and businesses, with the theme "Pride is Power" emphasizing the parade's role in effecting change for the city and LGBTQ+ community.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#chicago #downsizing #event

lgbtq-community3 years ago•0 min saved

"Rochester Pride Parade 2023: A Vibrant Celebration of Diversity and Joy"

Thousands of people gathered in Rochester to participate in the Pride Parade and Festival, showing their support for the LGBTQ+ community.

via 13WHAM-TV|

#lgbtq-community #pride-festival #pride-parade

lgbtq-rights3 years ago•6 min saved

Resilient Pride: Overcoming Obstacles and Celebrating Diversity

Tens of thousands of people celebrated Seoul's Pride parade, despite the city denying the event a permit for a prominent plaza. The parade was moved to a different neighborhood, where drag queens and activists defiantly chanted slogans back at conservative protesters. Homosexuality remains taboo in South Korea, and same-sex unions are not legally recognized. However, the pushback against LGBTQ+ rights has helped to raise awareness and advance the cause. The Pride festival serves as a reminder that the LGBTQ+ community exists and is living, working, and loving alongside others in South Korea.

via The Washington Post|

#activism #homophobia #lgbtq-rights

entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

"Sub-Radio's 'Pride Parade': Unveiling the Controversial 'You're Scaring Ron (DeSantis)'"

Sub-Radio, a Washington, D.C.-based pop-punk band, released a song called "Pride Parade" with lyrics celebrating participation in pride parades and challenging bigotry. The song humorously references Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his discomfort with the LGBTQ+ community. Sub-Radio's catchy and polished sound, reminiscent of Panic! At The Disco and The Killers, makes their music ready for the dance floor and the radio. The full version of the song is not available yet, but the band is currently on tour.

via Boing Boing|

#entertainment #lgbtq #music

lifestyle3 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago's Pride Parade Draws Thousands in Celebration.

Chicago's 52nd annual Pride Parade was celebrated by tens of thousands of people, including politicians and celebrities. Governor JB Pritzker and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias gained attention on social media for their parade antics. In light of rising attacks against the LGBTQ+ community, extra police officers patrolled the parade and late-night hours following the parade.

via Block Club Chicago|

#chicago #lgbtq #lifestyle

human-rights3 years ago•2 min saved

Turkish Police Crackdown on LGBTQ Activists at Banned Pride Parade

Turkish police detained 113 LGBT protesters, activists, and journalists during Istanbul's banned Pride Parade, which was one of many LGBT Pride month events banned across the country. Despite the ban, LGBT groups have vowed to continue their events throughout the month.

via Balkan Insight|

#activists #human-rights #lgbt

society3 years ago

Seattle Pride Parade Draws Record Crowds, Feels Like Pre-Pandemic Days.

Seattle business owners reported that the crowds at the Pride Parade felt like pre-pandemic levels, making it the busiest day of the year so far. The event brought in a surge of business for local establishments, with some reporting record-breaking sales. The Pride Parade was a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and featured colorful floats, music, and dancing.

via KOMO News|

#business #crowds #pandemic