The first DC Pride, also known today as Capital Pride, took place in , and since then it has handsomely evolved into one of the biggest, most exciting pride celebrations in the USA. Capital Pride is held in early June each year in Washington, D. Capital Pride was originally called Gay Pride Day. DC Latinx Pride happens in early June. Since , tens of thousands from the D. The estimated attendance at the pride event was approximately 30,, the second largest black pride festival in the nation.
Black Pride returns for its annual celebration with plenty of programming, events and parties. The 29th annual D. Hotel Ninth St. Admission is free but registration is requested.
For its 29th annual event, D. Black Pride a program of the Center for Black Equity , invited about 60 other organizations in the region — everything from Al Sura, Casa Ruby to Daryl Wilson Productions and dozens more — to co-present the event. Black Pride Because thousands come to D. Black Pride from all over, the event is sold out.