5 Reasons You Cannot Miss Capital Pride

Washington, DC is home to the largest Pride festival in the nation...and for good reason!

5. Everything is free.

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Capital Pride is committed to making the celebration accessible for everyone. Though you can choose to get VIP concert passes, participate in various meet-and-greets, or purchase some amazing food and drinks, if you just want to hang out, you won’t pay a cent!

4. The parties are fabulous.

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The weekend is packed to the brim with fantastic parties. From the truly enormous opening kickoff event on Friday night to the block party Saturday afternoon, the fun and festivities never stop!

3. There is a wonderful LGBTQ+ community year-round.

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DC has tons to offer beyond just the official Pride activities! Check out historic gay bars like the casual JR’s Bar and Grill or iconic Nellie’s Sports Bar, hit up the famous drag brunch at Level One, or take a stroll down 17th Street NW, which has rainbow crosswalks galore!

2. The entertainment is unparalleled.

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Capital Pride obviously attracts incredible political heroes, but some of the hottest young talent gets in on the fun as well! Singers Alessia Cara and Troye Sivan will headline the festival’s Sunday night concert this year.

1. You can't beat the view.

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Not only is Washington, DC gorgeous, but it’s also full of history. The parade’s route on Saturday goes through the historical Dupont Circle, and it’s not far from landmarks like the White House and Lincoln Memorial! Plus, it’s impossible not to get emotional when you see a sea of rainbow and half a million smiling faces marching together and having pride!