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The Best Pride Events Happening in Denver
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Given all the rainbow glitter, drag brunches, and block parties, it can be easy to unlearn that Pride month sprouted from the Stonewall Riots in June of 1969. The police raided the Stonewall Inn, a well-known queer bar in Brand-new York City, and sparked a six-day series of protests by the bar’s patrons and neighborhood residents, a historic event that’s now seen as a pivotal point in the gay rights movement. Each June since these demonstrations, people have congregated in cities and towns around the world to display support for matching rights.
In Denver, Lgbtq+ fest began in 1974 as a celebratory picnic in Cheesman Park and has since blossomed into a citywide celebration of the LGBTQ community that draws half a million attendees each year. Although there’s always more to undertake , Denver has made significant progress toward equal rights since Stonewall, and we think that’s something to celebrate. Here, 10 ways to do just that.
Pride in Place: A Colorado Country Concert
There are a million ways to mark Pride—and if your ideal bash includes a little bit of twang,
Day 2
No matter what time you awaken on Saturday morning - well, at least assuming it's still morning - make it a point to sample brunch at one of the many Denver establishments that’s renowned for this festive meal. In the funky Highland neighborhood, Root Down is a sure bet for fresh ingredients from local growers with high-level service and a hip, casual atmosphere. Nearer to downtown, Snooze is justly famous for its delicious sweet potato pancakes.
In the afternoon, you might plan a short trip just outside of town to get a meaning of this beautiful area. It's just a 30-minute drive to Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, in the foothills of the Rockies, just west of town. Here you can tour the stunning natural concert hall that has hosted countless superstar rock bands over the years or hike the park's gorgeous terrain.
Get your blood flowing with a bike ride around the enchanting Cherry Creek neighborhood. Or amble to your heart's content amid Cherry Creek's dozens of pleasant shops: upscale Cherry Creek Shopping Center and Cherry Creek North are two of C
A Look at Denver Gay History
Denver has drawn-out been a gathering place for people of all cultures. First were the high plains American Indians who followed the buffalo herds and lived throughout the Front Range. When prospectors discovered gold in 1858, thousands of people crossed the Great Plains and settled in and around Denver. By the 1980s, Denver was dubbed the gay oasis of the West. Today, Denver is a city of many colors and cultures, a rich tapestry of diverse and fascinating people.
Here are some moments of notice in Queer history in Denver:
1973: Gay Coalition of Denver works with Denver's City Council to abolish anti-gay laws.
1974: Denver's first Pride celebration, a picnic, is held in Cheesman Park.
1975: Denver holds its first official Lgbtq+ fest Parade.
1982: The Colorado Same-sex attracted Rodeo Association is formed. Soon after, Denver hosted its first gay rodeo.
1983: Denver's gay and sapphic community mobilizes to elect Federico Peña, Denver's first Latino mayor and executive ally to the community.
1990: Denver becomes one of the first municipalities in the na
Celebrating Pride Month: Denver NWSL Community Resource Manual
Happy Pride, Denver! In honor of Pride Month, Denver NWSL is haughty to celebrate and assist the LGBTQIA+ community in Denver and beyond. This guide highlights local organizations, events, and resources that uplift queer voices.
Pride is celebrated in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal moment in LGBTQIA+ history. Sparked by a police raid at the Stonewall Inn in New York Metropolis, the protests were led by members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including transgender women of color Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. Their courage helped ignite a movement for equality and visibility. Self-acceptance Month is a moment to celebrate progress, honor those who paved the way, and continue advocating for justice.
Denver Pride 2025 will take place on June 28–29. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with the Pride 5K, followed by a occupied day of festivities at PrideFest, featuring hundreds of vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment. On Sunday, the Coors Light Denver Pride Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Organized by The Center on Colfax, Denver Pride remains one of the largest and most vibrant Pride celebr