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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 The police raided the Stonewall Inn, a well-known gay bar in 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 show help for equal rights.
In Denver, Pride began in 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.
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Denver PrideFest, one of the nation&#x;s premier LGBTQ+ events, is set to commemorate its 50th anniversary with a spectacular celebration on June ,
This milestone event, themed 50 Years of Pride, promises to be a vibrant and unifying gathering for communities across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. Known for its colorful parades, energetic performances, and diverse exhibitors, Denver Pride is expected to draw even larger crowds than the estimated , attendees in As we honor five decades of progress, unity, and inclusivity, this year&#x;s festival will not only celebrate the rich history of Denver Pride but also introduce new sustainability initiatives and support for local LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Combine us at Civic Center Park for a weekend filled with pride, noun, and a renewed commitment to fostering acceptance and diversity.
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More Pride-Related Events
Cultural First Friday - Pride!
When: June 6,
Where: Museo de las Americas
Enjoy shopping among local artist vendors, try a meal truck, enjoy a cocktail, get inspired by the museum's exhibition and meet other art enthusiasts.
Colorado Rockies Pride Night
When: Coors Field
Where: June 6,
With the purchase of this ticket package, fans will obtain limited-edition Rockies-themed Pride sunglasses! A portion of each ticket package sold will benefit The Center on Colfax, Colorado&#x;s largest LGBTQ+ resource and community center, and One Colorado, the state's leading advocacy organization for LGBTQ+ rights. Your ticket package includes: A ticket to watch the Rockies take on the Mets, limited-edition Rockies-themed Pride sunglasses and a donation to The Center on Colfax and One Colorado.
TRANSformative Stories &#x; Erie Pride!
When: June 7,
Where: Motus Theater in Erie, Colo.
Motus Theater&#x;s TRANSformative Stories features transgender and non-binary leaders performing artfully crafted personal stories