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Pride Weekend is here! Of course, New Yorkers have been celebrating all month long, but this weekend—with multiple marches and special events—makes for an epic grand finale.
While this weekend is certainly about fun, remember that Pride is a protest. After all, the first Pride march held a year after the Stonewall Uprising was an unpermitted political protest against anti-LGBTQ+ policies and attitudes; this Saturday's Dyke March is still an unpermitted protest. When thousands take to the streets for Sunday's Pride March, it will be part of a crucial annual civil rights demonstration. Here, we've rounded up everything you need to know about the event.
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When is the NYC Pride March?
The NYC Pride March is on Sunday, June 29, 2025, starting at 11am.
What is the theme for the 2025 Pride March?
NYC Pride 2025's theme is "Rise up: Pride in Protest." It's a more defiant stance compared to recent years. "As the LGBTQIA+ community faces increasing hostility and legislative attacks, this year’s theme is a reflection of the Pride movement’s origins in protest—and is a powerful call to action for our communities and allies to rally and march in defiant celebration, advocacy and solidarity," their website reads.
Who are the 2025 Pride March Grand Marshals?
President Joe Biden's Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has been named as one of the grand marshals for the NYC Pride March. Other grand marshals this year include Marti Gould Cummings, DJ Lina, Elisa Crespo and Trans formative Schools. NYC Pride selects the grand marshals, "to recognize their resilience, activism and diverse contributions to uplifting the queer community and advancing LGBTQIA+ progress in New York City and beyond," per NYC Pride.
Is NYC Pride March free?
Yes, it is!
How long does the NYC Pride March last?
In past years, the Pride March celebrations have gone on for between six and 12 hours. Be prepared for the many unofficial afterparties, too!
What's the weather looking like?
As of now, the weather looks pretty perfect for Sunday's March. Manhattan is in for 87-degree temperatures with some clouds and sun, per AccuWeather. And, thankfully for anybody who doesn't want their makeup to melt off their face, it's going to be less humid—whew!
What's the NYC Pride March route?
The Pride March kicks off at 26th Street and 5th Avenue, then continues through the city until dispersing at 15th Street and 7th Avenue.
What streets will be closed?
Here's the full list of the street closures, per NYC DOT.
Formation:
- 5th Avenue between 33rd Street and 25th Street
- West/East 33rd Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 32nd Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 31st Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 30th Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 29th Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 28th Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 27th Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West/East 26th Street between 6th Avenue and Madison Avenue
- West 25th Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue
Route:
- 5th Avenue between 25th Street and 8th Street
- West 8th Street between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue
- Greenwich Avenue between 6th Avenue and Christopher Street
- Christopher Street between Greenwich Avenue and 7th Avenue South
- 7th Avenue between Christopher Street and 16th Street
Dispersal:
- 7th Avenue between 15th Street and 19th Street
- 16th Street between 8th Avenue and 6th Avenue
- 17th Street between 9th Avenue and 6th Avenue
- 18th Street between 8th Avenue and 6th Avenue
- 19th Street between 9th Avenue and 6th Avenue
Miscellaneous:
- Christopher Street between West Street and 7th Avenue South
- Greenwich Avenue between 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
How can I watch the march on TV?
If you can't make it in person along the route, the NYC Pride March is typically broadcast on ABC-7.
What other Pride events are happening this weekend?
So many! A few highlights: The NYC Dyke March; The LadyLand festival featuring Cardi B and FKA Twigs; The Dance on the River: A Gay and Sober Cruise; and Pride for the People at Moxy Chelsea. Here's our full guide to Pride events this month.