Best Festival: Seattle Pride
By Seattle Mag November 15, 2024
This article originally appeared in the November/December 2024 issue of Seattle magazine.
Since its first unofficial march in 1974, Seattle Pride has grown into one of the biggest LGBTQIA+ parades in the country, drawing more than 300,000 people. The festival is now a month-long celebration with events like Pride in the Park, community fundraisers, and educational panels. The energy in the city is lively and fun as locals and visitors come together to celebrate love, identity, and progress.
Hot Tip
Don’t miss PrideFest at Seattle Center after the parade.
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