DC Gears Up For Massive WorldPride Celebrations With Bold Message: We Refuse To Live In Fear
Washington, D.C. is preparing for one of the largest international LGBTQ+ events in its history—WorldPride 2025, expected to attract nearly 3 million people between May 17 and June 8. The city is ramping up security, health services, and transit options ahead of the major festivities, which include parades, concerts, and a two-day street festival on Pennsylvania Avenue.
At the heart of it all is a message of unity and resilience. “We cannot live in fear,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser, addressing concerns about safety and public preparedness amid today’s tense political climate. “We have to live our lives and be as prepared as we can.”
A Global Celebration Comes to D.C.
WorldPride, hosted this year by Capital Pride Alliance, will mark the first time the global event takes place in the ...