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LGBTQ+ Festivals & Events
Attending an LGBTQ+ festival or event is a great way to celebrate as a community even outside of pride season. Whether it's music, art, food, sports or dance as the theme, our voice and presence as an Diverse community is stronger when we come together.
What Gentle of LGBTQ+ Events Will I Find Here?
We compiled a global calendar of festivals and events around the world that hold an LGBTQ+ theme but are not specifically celebration events. Since pride events are so common and numerous, we've created a completely separate calendar including hundreds of events around the world&#x;click here to view our Gay Parade Calendar. The events on this list include a variety of festivals, gatherings or events with alternative themes ranging from melody, art, food, sports, twist, advocacy, comedy and more. While each event may be different, the ordinary thread that binds all these together events is the celebration within the LGBTQ+ community.
How to Exploit This List
We have published this calendar to notify the LGBTQ+ community of important festivals and events globally to offer a complete source for planning your travel. This event calendar includes more than listi
January
Chevron Houston Marathon
January 14,
This annual , and mile run begins and ends at Downtown&#x;s George R. Brown Convention Center, letting runners see all the beauty the city has to offer. The race has steadily grown to attract more than 20, entrants from around the world and thousands upon thousands of spectators handing out cheers and sustenance for all the runners.
Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Grande Parade
January 15,
This annual parade celebrating the civil rights leader marches through the heart of Houston and draws more than , supporters from around the nation. The parade will take place in Midtown Houston, starting on San Jacinto Road & Elgin Street launch 10 a.m. To register for the parade or for more information stop by or call
February
Galveston Mardi Gras
February 2 - 13,
Mardi Gras! Galveston is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in Texas, attracting more than , attendees annually. The two-week celebration is best known for its lavish parades held on the streets of the city's historic downtown and beachfront.
World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest
February 22 &#x; 24,
The World&#x;s Championship Bar-B
LGBTQ+ Chicago events through the year
In Chicago, Pride doesn&#;t end in June. You&#;ll find a full calendar of gay, lesbian, transsexual, and queer events in every corner of the city throughout the year. Our city is abode to some of the most iconic LGBTQ+ celebrations in the country, from the iconic Pride Fest and Parade in June to one of the country&#;s largest LGBTQ+ motion picture festivals in the collapse. Check out some of Chicago&#;s top inclusive events throughout the year.
Spring Homosexual events in Chicago
International Mr. Leather: This international conference and competition, held annually in Chicago each May since , includes speakers, socials, themed dance parties, and a leather market.
Summer LGBTQ+ events in Chicago
Andersonville Midsommarfest: This diverse neighborhood hosts one of Chicago&#;s most beloved street festivals each June. Midsommarfest celebrates the area&#;s Swedish roots and LGBTQ+ community with food, entertainment, artisan vendors, and more.
Chicago Pride Fest: In the historic Northalsted neighborhood, Chicago&#;s Pride Fest in June is a massive two-day celebration with multiple music stages, kingly shows, DJs, dancing, and more.
Chicago Pride Parade:
Note: Traveling as an LGBTQ+ person always carries a certain degree of risk. It is our reality as we navigate a planet with 60+ countries criminalizing our relationships and a rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation around the world. We encourage our traveling group to understand the laws and cultural challenges they may face in any destination they choose to see for Pride and beyond. Don't be afraid of the world, but always research information specific to your travels. Enjoy Pride, be vigilant, and look out for each other!
The LGBTQ+ rights movement has made tremendous strides over the past several decades and much of the progress in public presence is thanks in part to gay pride parades and marches that own taken place in cities around the world.
The global landscape for LGBTQ+ rights, protections and acceptance varies tremendously by location, with some destinations attracting millions of visitors to their events like Madrid Lgbtq+ Pride, Sao Paulo Male lover Pride or San Francisco Gay Pride, while more than 70 other countries have laws that let discrimination or persecution of LGBTQ+ people.
What is Queer Pride or LGBTQ+ Pride?
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