Today is the NYC 53rd annual Gay Pride parade, (rain or shine)
making it’s way in some direction (they’ve changed the route yet again) this afternoon, actually commemorates the Stonewall riots, which launched the gay-rights movement.
The official theme for 2023 is “Strength in Solidarity,” announced amidst a backdrop of increased attacks against members of the LGBTQIA+ community, especially in the form of legislation and physical violence that directly targets trans and BIPOC individuals. Organizers expected more than approximately 2.5 million spectators, all in recognition of the fight against AIDS and to remember those lost to illness, violence and neglect. The Grand Marshals for the 2023 Pride March are actor Billy Porter, asexual activist Yasmin Benoit, nonprofit leader AC Dumlao, activist Hope Giselle and civil rights leader Randolfe “Randy” Wicker. Actress Angelica Ross will return for a third year as co-host and featured performer. Again this year WABC NY will be covering the parade live from Noon until 3 PM. It will be a rainy day today, remember to keep and eye out for some pop up thunderstorms.
And do not forget the fireworks over the Hudson River.
The Haus of Dcaligari 