The nation's capital is proud to host WorldPride 2025, an event that celebrates diversity, equality and love on a global scale.
Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of celebrating Pride in DC, this momentous occasion will bring together millions from around the world to honor and uplift the LGBTQ+ community through a spectacular series of events, parades and cultural festivities.
Set against the iconic backdrop of Washington, DC, WorldPride 2025 promises an unforgettable experience filled with electrifying energy, historical significance and a unifying spirit.
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Featured Events
Upcoming WorldPride events that you won't want to miss.
Where to Stay
Make the most of your WorldPride experience by staying at one of the event’s official partner hotels, whether you're looking for the Human Rights Conference HQ or a rooftop pool. Explore even more accommodations through stay.washington.org, where you’ll find options to fit your budget and style. Plus, browse LGBTQ+-focused deals on hotels, tours and more as you celebrate Pride to the fullest in DC.
Things to Do While in Town
Safety and Security
- Washington, DC is well practiced in hosting critical and sensitive events safely and securely. The city is where people come to make their voices heard.
- WorldPride DC 2025 has the full support of Mayor Bowser’s office and organizers are focused on ensuring safety is paramount for visitors and residents.
- The Mayor’s office has a top-to-bottom safety protocol in place, with the level of preparation on par with high-security events like inauguration.
- DC’s Metropolitan Police Department works in tandem with numerous local agencies, including DC’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (DC HSEMA). Security measures both seen and unseen will be in place.
- Efforts include pre-event web-related surveillance, on-site security/police, advanced life support stations, roving medic teams, aerial surveillance and anti-scaling systems and barricades where applicable.
- The 2-day street festival will be fenced with a secure entrance.
- Capital Pride is augmenting DC’s efforts with additional private security
- District leaders have been focused on reducing crime in the city. Violent crime is down 35% and efforts continue.
- Washington, DC is, and will remain, one of the most progressive and inclusive cities in the world, with a strong and vibrant LGBTQ+ community.
- DC has the largest percentage of residents who identify as LGBTQ+ in the United States (more than 14 percent).
- Visitors and locals are encouraged to sign up for real-time alerts through AlertDC (alert.dc.gov).
Read more about travel resources and safety information.
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During your time in DC, you’re sure to have unforgettable experiences. Pictures are worth a thousand words, so make sure to share your favorite moments in the District with #Only1DC, from moon-lit monument tours to decadent meals to museum marvels.
