Pride in the United States: celebrations in Los Angeles, New York City, Washington DC and San Francisco. The Stonewall Riots happened in the United States, as you may know. This has led to major LGBT events around the country. In Los Angeles, they celebrate Pride Day with a huge parade, music events, and even with some circus nights. For its part, the LGTB Pride March in New York is one of the well-known LGBT community events–they also set off some fireworks! Of course, there are other events during NYC pride such as Fantasy Days, Pride Island, Youth Pride, and many conferences. Washington DC also offers several entertaining activities! Have fun at Capital Pride Rooftop Pool Party, attend the Official Opening Party, take part in the parade, or pay homage to important activists at the Capital Pride Honor. Are you going to miss it? San Francisco Pride is another major event in the United States. It’s very well-known for its parade and festival. They last two days and they take place during the last full weekend of June. The parade gathers different contingents. Among the most famous ones, you’ll find Dykes on Bikes, leather and BDSM groups, or LGBT-affirming religious groups, Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG.)