For other cities, that means protecting locals by sticking to virtual ceremonies.
Washington DC, for example, has its hopes set on October 2021. For cities that usually celebrate in June, that means postponing the party until it’s safe to gather in person. Pride can pump millions of dollars into cities, with LGBTQ businesses often reaping big rewards.īecause of these benefits, organizations across the United States are doing their best to produce Pride events that meet the pandemic’s challenges. In 2019, an estimated five million people attended World Pride in NYC. Chicago and San Francisco regularly attract around one million participants to their celebrations. But pride isn’t just about partying - it’s also about profit. Pride festivals create visibility for marginalized folx, offer young people a shame-free opportunity to express themselves, and improve the mental health of LGBTQ individuals. Regardless of what happens in the coming months, events commemorating the 1969 Stonewall Uprising are essential traditions for LGBTQ communities.
