Today, on the final day of Pride Month, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox stripped transgender youth of the right to participate in school sports consistent with their gender identity. Here in Washington – steps from the Court that issued this ruling and the lawmakers who have […]
To our incredible LGBTQ+ community, Thank you for making Capital Pride 2026 a powerful celebration of joy, visibility, resilience, and community! This year, under the theme Exist. Resist. Have the Audacity!, hundreds of thousands of LGBTQ+ community members, allies, advocates, volunteers, partners, and visitors came together in Washington, DC, to celebrate our identities, honor […]
As we prepare for the Capital Pride Parade and Festival, we know our community is excited to celebrate Pride, visibility, joy, resilience, and connection. Pride has always been a powerful reminder that our presence matters, and that community care remains essential. At the same time, we recognize that many community members are carrying significant stress, […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 7, 2026) — The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) officially rolls out its annual Concert, presented by Pride365 Radio, performer lineup featuring GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Maren Morris who will headline the 2026 Capital Pride Concert, taking place Sunday, June 21, on Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Morris, known for her genre-blending sound and outspoken […]
Washington, DC (February 26, 2026) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), at the annual Capital Pride Reveal event, proudly hosted and presented by the Hamilton Hotel Washington DC, unveiled its powerful 2026 theme: Exist. Resist. Have the Audacity! — a bold declaration affirming the presence, resilience, and courage of LGBTQ+ people around the world. Grounded […]
The Capital Pride Alliance is troubled by the continuous attempts to erase the existence of LGBTQ+ people and People of Color by removing symbols of our identities, most recently, the removal of the Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument in New York City and the slavery exhibit in Philadelphia. Actions like these challenge our existence, our stories matter, and must be told in their entirety. Our resilience has shaped this country, and continued resistance is necessary to prevent our […]
Contact: Marquia Parnell [email protected] Washington, DC (February 5, 2026) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) today announced the selection of 13 new members to its Board of Directors, who join 12 returning board members. The new board is one of the largest and most diverse in the organization’s history. Together, the 25-member board brings […]
Washington, DC (December 11, 2025) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) is excited to announce that the Capital Pride 2026 Celebration will take place from June 12 through June 21, kicking off with the Capital Pride Honors and ending traditionally with the Capital Pride Parade and Festival. “As we look ahead to 2026, we’re transforming […]
Washington, DC (November 20, 2025) – The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) today announced the election of the new members of its Executive Committee. Following a strategic update to its bylaws, CPA will enter 2026 with a Board Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary leading the Board of Directors, replacing the previous President and Vice President structure. An additional update to the leadership structure includes a change in […]
The Capital Pride Alliance Hosts Wrap-Up Celebration Highlighting Landmark Event’s Lasting Impact WASHINGTON, DC (September 30, 2025)– Today, the Capital Pride Alliance and WorldPride DC organizers announced the details of the WorldPride 2025 Impact Report at a special event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The event gathered community members, supporters, and partners to commemorate the success and legacy […]
The Capital Pride Alliance, through its stewardship of diverse programming and events, specifically year-round LGBTQ+ Pride festivities centered in Washington, DC and the National Capital Region, serves to celebrate, educate, support, and inspire our multi-faceted communities in order to grow and preserve our history and protect our rights for current and future generations. Learn More