WorldPride marched through DC for Pride month, in defiance of Trump
WorldPride, The global festival promoting LGBTQ+ visibility, held its anniversary parade in D.C.
The NYC Pride parade kicks off June 29, and is expected to draw millions of spectators and participants to Manhattan, bringing to close Pride Month in a colorful show of unity and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community.
New York City is the birthplace of the LGBTQ+ movement, with the NYC Pride March among the largest civil rights demonstrations in the world with historic ties to the 1969 Stonewall Riots. This year’s theme, “Rise Up: Pride in Protest,” serves as a rallying cry for the LGBTQ+ community in a challenging political climate where the Trump administration has made moves that has undermined the community, from restricting access to gender-affirming medical care for transgender people to cutting ties to suicide hotlines for gay youth.
“I think it’s important that we are attuned to our communities and what’s important in our communities,” NYC Pride Co-Chair Kazz Alexander said to Out in Jerseyadding that the theme of “rising up and being in protest” is to demonstrate that LGBTQ+ First Amendment rights and civil liberties are being challenged.
Here’s everything to know about NYC’s Pride March today, from start time, the parade route and how to stream it or watch on TV.
Where is the pride parade in NYC?
The NYC Pride March winds through Lower Manhattan and Greenwich Village.
What is the NYC Pride parade 2025 route?
This year’s parade route starts at 5th Ave. between 25th St. and 8th St., with marchers proceeding south on 5th Ave., through Greenwich Village, passing the Stonewall National Monument. The parade continues north on 7th Ave. before dispersing on 15th St. and 7th Ave.
When is the NYC pride parade?
The NYC Pride March takes place on today, Sunday, June 29.
What time is the pride parade NYC?
The NYC Pride March kicks off at 11 a.m.
Is the NYC Pride parade free?
Yes. The Pride March is free to join and participate in. A premium, ticketed VIP Grandstand experience, complete with food, beverages and access to private restrooms, sold out.
Best viewing spot for NYC Pride parade?
According to Visit NYCthe best viewing spots to catch the colorful floats, marching bands and LGBTQ+ marchers is near Christopher Street (take the 1/2/3 trains to 14th St.) or the Flatiron District (take the N/Q/R/W trains to 23rd St.). Arrive early to grab a spot and be aware of road closures.
NYC Pride parade street closures
Multiple streets will be closed in NYC for the parade. Here is a full list from the NYC DOT. Track live updates at 511NY.org.
How to watch NYC Pride parade 2025; NYC Pride parade 2025 streaming, TV channel
The NYC Pride March will be broadcast on ABC7 and ABC.com and on the ABC7 YouTube channel starting at noon.
NYC Pride parade weather
While the weather could change, forecaster expected a mostly sunny sky today, June 29, with highs in the uppers 80s, according to NOAA.
NYC Pride parade grand marshals
The grand marshals for the 2025 NYC Pride March are former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre; drag artist and former City Council candidate Marti Gould Cummings; DJ Lina Bradford; politician and nonprofit executive Elisa Crespo; and Trans formative Schoolsa progressive education community dedicated to uplifting and supporting transgender children.
Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based journalist with the Mid-Atlantic Connect Team.
