Get ready — late June is nearly upon us, the time when the big prides in big urban areas get going for some serious politics, marching, and celebration.
Pride, of course, started in 1969 in New York City as a single march of a few dozen lonely protesters. Half a century later there are more than 500 across the globe, from huge metro areas to the smallest towns in rural America. More than a million people alone attend prides in NYC, Madrid and San Francisco, among others.
To help you prepare for the big weekend, take a gander through these pics from recent celebrations that will give you lots of ideas for this year’s celebration, coming to a town near you.
1. Strip down
2. Work Out if You Must
3. Dancing Shoes
4. Get Political
5. Stay Cool
6. Thank Your Mom
7. Wear Your Heart
8. Beat Your Face
9. Rainbow Wear
10. Feel the Pride
Remember, the name of the party is Pride — so that means showcasing whatever it is that makes you proud to be queer.
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