Pride in Los Angeles is back again this June! It’s the best time to celebrate, honor, and advocate for our diverse queer community, all month and beyond. From witnessing powerful conversations to partying hard at live concerts and parades, this list is full of fabulous ways to celebrate pride in Los Angeles!
When is the L.A. Pride parade in 2024?
L.A. Pride is back on Saturday, June 8, 2024, with “L.A. Pride in the Park,” featuring a headlining performance by Ricky Martin at L.A. State Historic Park. The celebration continues on Sunday, June 9, with the L.A. Pride Parade in Hollywood, where a block party will also take place.
When is the Pride Parade happening in Los Angeles this 2024?
The L.A. Pride Parade takes place on Sunday, June 9, in Hollywood, at the historic site of the world’s first permitted gay parade in 1970. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and follows a route along Hollywood Boulevard, Highland Avenue, and Cahuenga Boulevard.
This year’s grand marshals include actor George Takei, wrestler Cassandro, El Exótico, and Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley. After the parade, enjoy live entertainment, local vendors, and food and drinks at the mid-day Parade Block Party on Hollywood Boulevard.
Who is headlining Pride in Los Angeles?
Ricky Martin will be headlining LA Pride in the Park. Other artists performing include MUNA, Dominican rap star Tokischa, JoJo Siwa, and the cast of the acclaimed HBO hit “We’re Here.”
What’s WeHo Pride?
WeHo Pride are the celebrations and events that take place in West Hollywood. This vibrant neighborhood is known for its vibrant LGBTQ+ community and hosts various Pride-related activities, including parades, parties, and cultural events, typically during Pride Month in June.
When is WeHo Pride?
WeHo Pride 2024 begins with a special event on Harvey Milk Day, May 22. The main festivities of WeHo Pride Weekend are scheduled from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2, featuring OUTLOUD at WeHo Pride, the WeHo Pride Street Fair, the Women’s Freedom Festival and Dyke March, the WeHo Pride Parade, and a variety of other activities.
Who is performing at WeHo Pride 2024?
This Pride 2024 in WeHo, Kesha will headline Pride Presents followed by Adam Lambert, Monét X Change, Laganja Estranja & Morphine Love Dion, Niña Dioz, Jessica Betts, Owenn, and Venessa Michaels, Friday May 31, 2024, at West Hollywood Park.
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd will be featuring headliners like Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monáe, and Diplo + Friends. Though attendance is free, reservations are required. Make your reservations at weareoutloud.com.
What is the theme for Pride Month in 2024?
This year, over 150 contingents will march under the theme “Power in Pride.” The parade will follow its usual route along Hollywood Blvd and surrounding streets.
Best events to celebrate pride in Los Angeles
Now that you know the basics of the rainbow month in L.A., it’s time to dive into the main events and things to do during Pride Month in 2024.
1. OUTLOUD Festival at WeHO
The first part of this weekend festival will take place the las Friday of May. Kesha will be the headline performer, accompanied by additional acts including Adam Lambert, Monét X Change, Laganja Estranja & Morphine Love Dion, Niña Dioz, Jessica Betts, Owenn, and Venessa Michaels.
📆 When: May 31, 2024 – 6 p.m.
📍 Location: West Hollywood Park
🎟️ Get your tickets at: wehopride.com/event/friday-night-outloud
During Saturday and Sunday, you’ll be able to experience an award-winning, ticketed concert that celebrates LGBTQ artistry with a star-studded, high-energy lineup advocating for queer voices in music, marking the exciting start of Pride in Los Angeles. Headliners for this year’s event feature Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monáe, and Diplo!
📆 When: June 1st to June 2nd – 1 p.m
📍 Location: West Hollywood Park
🎟️ Get your tickets at: wehopride.com/event/outloud-weho-pride
2. WeHo Pride Street Fair
The Street Fair welcomes all at no charge and promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with community group booths, engaging exhibitors, dynamic sponsor activations, a lively stage showcasing captivating live performances, and an array of other entertainment elements to delight attendees of all ages.
📆 When: June 1st to June 2nd, 2024 – 12p.m. to 8 p.m.
📍 Location: Santa Monica Blvd. between Hancock and La Peer Dr.
3. Women’s Freedom Festival
Co-sponsored and produced by the L-Project, this free festival will showcase emerging LGBTQ and BIPOC women, non-binary musicians, comedians, poets, and activists. This year’s lineup includes performances by KingQueen, MariahCounts, Medusa, Theia, Gattison, Cheri Moon, Shiah Luna, Nekeith, DJ SterlingVictorian, DJ Boom Boom, Suri Chan, Jen Cheng, and hosted by Jackie Steele.
📆 When: June 1st, 2024 – 12:00p.m to 6 p.m
📍 Location: Celebration Stage at Santa Monica Blvd & La Peer Dr
4. Dyke March
The annual rally, featuring a motorcycle-led march, will kick off immediately following the Women’s Freedom Festival along Santa Monica Boulevard. Riders are wanted! Register at dykemarchweho@thelproject.org.
📆 When: June 1, 2024 – 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Celebration Stage at Santa Monica Blvd & La Peer Dr
5. WeHo Pride Parade
A festive and lively occasion perfect for families, the parade promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and entertainment. Look forward to a diverse array of participants, including elaborately decorated floats, energetic bands, precision drill teams, dynamic dance troupes, captivating entertainment entries, spirited marchers, and esteemed special guests.
📆 When: June 2, 2024 – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Santa Monica Blvd. between Crescent Heights Blvd. and San Vicente Blvd.
6. L.A. Pride in the Park Returns
Once again, pride is celebrated in grand style in Los Angeles, at LA Pride in the Park, one of the most anticipated events of the year. This 2024, the headline will be led by Ricky Martin! Additionally, other artists such as Tokischa, MUNA, and JoJo Siwa will also be present.
LA Pride in the Park offers a comprehensive experience spanning more than 20 acres, filled with activities, impressive transformations and giveaways. It undoubtedly marks the highlight of the Pride in Los Angeles.
📆 When: June 8, 2024–1:00 pm – 11:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012
🎟️ Get your tickets at: lapride.org/event/2024-la-pride-in-the-park/
7. L.A. Pride Parade
The annual la pride parade is back and bigger than ever! With Grand Marshals George Takei, Cassandro, El Exotico, and LAFD chief, Kristin Crawley. If you are not able to attend, you can catch a live broadcast on abc7/kabc, and streaming on hulu.
📆 When: June 9, 2024 – 11 a.m to 3 p.m.
🚶 Parade route: North on Highland Blvd past the ABC7 live broadcast, east on Hollywood Blvd, and south on Cahuenga Blvd.
8. L.A. Pride Block Party
After the parade, reunite with friends where the rainbow ends, right next to the parade route. The free street festival offers live performances, some of the best food trucks in LA, beer gardens, photo booths, various activities, and a special surprises.
📆 When: June 9, 2024 – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
📍 Location: Hollywood Blvd between Vine and N. Gower streets.
9. LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodgers Stadium
Dodger blue blends with the colors of the rainbow at the stadium’s annual Pride Night. Look forward to queer-themed Dodgers gear, a celebrity throwing the opening pitch, and fireworks after the game against the Royals. And, of course, get ready for the kiss cam!
📆 When: June 14, 2024 – 7:10 p.m,
📍 Location: 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
🎟️ Tickets at: dodgers.com/LAPride
10. WeHo Pride Arts Festival
It’s not all wild parties during Pride; there’s also a special place for art. In West Hollywood, you can enjoy themed exhibitions, poetry readings, choral music, and theater performances. It’s the perfect way to experience the creative and cultural side of Pride.
📆 When: June 14 to June 16, 2024
📝 More details: wehopride.com/events/arts-festival
11. Pride Is Universal at Universal Studios
LA Pride’s epic after-hours party is back at Universal Studios Hollywood! With your Pride Is Universal ticket, enter the park at 4pm with General Admission or at 2pm with VIP Universal Express. Enjoy the park during public hours, then stay after hours for the exclusive Pride-only experience. The night features multiple DJs, dance areas, cash bars, 14 Universal characters, enhanced lighting, and open rides, attractions, retail stores, and select restaurants with shorter lines!
📆 When: June 15, 2024 – 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
📍 Location: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
🎟️ Get your tickets at: lapride.org/event/pride-is-universal-2024/
12. LGBTQ Night at Cinespia
Join the Pride Night at Cinespia this to enjoy the outdoor movie screening of the cult classic, D.E.B.S., a sapphic spectacle where romance blossoms between a secret spy and her target. Celebrate like super spies with a picnic or enjoy the full lineup: DJ dance party, free photobooth, beer and wine bar, and food for every craving.
📆 When: June 22, 2024 – 9 p.m.
📍 Location: 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038
🎟️ Get tickets at: lapride.org/event/cinespia-2024/
13. Explore LGBTQIA+ History Through These Iconic L.A. Landmarks
Los Angeles has an extensive history of advocating for the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community and promoting a culture of inclusivity. This month offers the perfect opportunity to discover this rich and moving legacy through the landmarks that created safe spaces for individuals to express themselves fiercely and fearlessly.
Edited by Sofía Delpueche.