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Join Club Quarters Hotels in celebrating Pride Month 2022. Each of our destinations offers plenty of Pride Month festivities you won’t want to miss, from annual Pride Parades to special culinary events, parties, and must-see concerts and art exhibits, to name a few. Find out what’s going on in your area and let CQ Hotels help pave the way to honor and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ communities in some of the world’s top cities.
New York City Pride
53rd NYC Pride Parade
Sunday, June 26th: So much more than a parade, the 53rd NYC Pride March is a civil rights demonstration that continues a longstanding tradition that began in 1970. This year’s march begins at noon at the intersection of 25th Street and 5th Avenue near Madison Square Park, and concludes in Chelsea at 16th Street and 7th Avenue after winding its way past the Stonewall Monument (marking the 1969 gay uprising) and the New York City AIDS Memorial along the route. Any of New York City’s transit modalities will get you there from our New York City Club Quarters Hotels, or ask our friendly concierge for help during your stay. The march also airs Sunday, June 26th on ABC-7 from noon until 3:00 p.m.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Sunday, June 19th, Noon: The impassioned foodie won’t want to miss NYC Pride: The Brunch, with cuisine from Sicily Sierra, Roshara Sanders, Trent, and other featured chefs. This year’s Pride Brunch celebrates Black LGBTQIA+ community leaders in honor of Juneteenth, and includes an awards ceremony, an open bar and cocktail stations, plus live performances from Shequida and Snookie. Brunch is at 74Wythe, a Brooklyn event space at 74 Wythe Avenue.
Monday, June 27th, 8:00 p.m.: The Great White Way is back in Broadway Sings, dubbed as “the concert event of the year” and is featuring an homage to LGBTQA+ ally and pop icon Taylor Swift. Directed by Corey Mach (Wicked, Kinky Boots) this year’s show boasts a star-studded lineup of Broadway’s best singing fresh arrangements of pop hits and backed by a full orchestra. The event is at Sony Hall, 235 W. 46th Street in Times Square.
Pride Events in London
The Pride in London Parade
Saturday, July 2nd: 2022 marks 50 years since the Pride LGBTQ+ celebration began in London, which means you can expect an exceptional Pride in London Parade this year. The parade begins at noon in Hyde Park and continues along part of the historic route from the original 1972 Pride march. Each of our four Club Quarters Hotels in London is situated near the parade route, but most conveniently located is the Covent Garden CQ Hotel. For the best views of the parade, we suggest purchasing grandstand seating, as Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square (on the route) will be congested.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Sunday, June 12th, 5:00 p.m.: The fabulous Myra Dubois (aka Gareth Joyner), drag queen extraordinaire, performs with host and vocal talent Carl Mullaney at The George IV Chiswick, 185 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick. Enjoy dinner and cocktails while Myra brings her signature dry humor to an evening of comedy in this cabaret-style performance in West London. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., tickets start at £10.
June 22nd 7:00 p.m.: Learn more about writer and art historian Horace Walpole (1757 – 1769), Earl of Orford, on a 90-minute tour of Strawberry Hill House, his home at 268 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham. The tour looks at Walpole’s sexuality in this foray into correspondence between his network of friends, and explores how it informs today’s interpretation of his house and collections.
Philadelphia Pride Events
PHL Pride March
The Philadelphia Pride March was held on Sunday, June 5th this year, but there are many more LGBTQIA+ Pride events throughout June to enjoy during your stay at our Rittenhouse Square CQ Hotel:
Noteworthy Happenings
Thursday, June 9th, 5:00 p.m.: Drink the rainbow at Cocktails for a Cause Pride Party and Kick-Off, a charity fundraiser event featuring eleven colorful cocktails. Libations are served at several venues throughout the city, including Liberty Point, The Garden at Cherry Street Pier, The Dolphin, Morgan’s Pier, Craft Hall, Parks on Tap, Rosy’s Taco Bar, Harper’s Garden, Lola’s Garden, Concourse Dance Bar, and Juno. A dollar for each drink purchased supports LGBTQ community programs.
Sunday, June 12th, Noon: Sunday brunch gets better at Dramatic Drag Brunch, an 80s-themed drag queen event with delectable food and drinks, and exceptional entertainment. Andrew Christian, sponsor of RuPaul’s Drag Race, will be on hand to give out prizes. Brunch is at The Loft, 990 Filbert Street; save when you purchase tickets in advance.
Tuesday, June 21st – Friday, June 24th, all day: Join the William Way LGBT Community Center and artist Alex Stadler to honor all those lost to the early AIDS epidemic in Philadelphia, in Gone and For Ever, a special art exhibit. The works of collaborating artists will be on display at the Center at 1315 Spruce Street; the exhibit is free, and culminates in a remembrance on June 25th with a spoken and musical ceremony followed by a street procession to The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany.
Houston Pride Events
Pride Parade Houston
Saturday, June 25th: Pride Parade Houston is the culminating piece in a much larger event that kicks off in downtown Houston at City Hall, 901 Bagby Street. General admission to the Houston Pride LGBT+ Celebration® Festival is free for children 12 and under, but tickets cost a nominal fee for individuals ages 13 – 59. The Festival runs from 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., followed by the parade from 7:00 until 9:30 p.m.. The parade route begins at the City Hall venue, conveniently located only about five blocks from the Club Quarters Hotel in Downtown Houston, and concludes at the intersection of Milam and Pease Streets.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Saturday, June 18th, 4:30 p.m.: Houston’s Pride Bar Crawl features inventive cocktails, local cuisine, a professional photographer, and waived cover fees at all participating venues. Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m. at Buddy’s, 2409 Grant Street. Other participating businesses include 77 Degrees, Dogwood, Electric FeelGood, Front Porch Pub, Unicorn Disco, Wonder Bar, and Acme Oyster House. Better still, it’s a crawl with a cause: A portion of proceeds supports the Trevor Project.
Thursday, June 23rd, 6:00 p.m.: The sartorial-minded won’t want to miss Rock the Runway® 2022, Houston’s annual fashion show featuring LGBTQIA+ designers, models, DJs, and more. The show begins at 6:00 p.m. CDT, and wraps up at 11:00. It’s free to the first 200 RSVPs, and open to the public. Attendees must be 21 or older to drink, but all ages are welcome as spectators. Rock the Runway is held at RISE Rooftop, 2600 Travis Street.
Pride Events Washington, D.C.
2022 Capital Pride Parade
Saturday, June 11th: The 2022 Capital Pride Parade kicks off at 2:30 p.m. and runs for about four hours. The route begins on 14th Street just south of T Street, about a 10-minute cab ride from our CQ Hotel in Washington. The parade proceeds several blocks along 14th St NW before heading southwest onto Rhode Island Avenue NW and continuing northwest onto Massachusetts Avenue NW, turning north at 17th St NW, and then west onto P Street before culminating at the south side of Dupont Circle. A family-friendly zone will be set up at Stead Field, located at 1625 P Street NW. *Note that a Pride block party will be ongoing between noon and 10:00 p.m. on 17th Street between P and Church Streets.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Thursday, June 9th, 7:00 p.m.: Kick off the Capital Pride Celebration Weekend at a rooftop pool party not to miss. Relax in the pool and mingle with special guests while you enjoy cocktails and appetizers. This fun event for ages 21 and up is held at the VIDA Penthouse Pool and Lounge, 1212 4th Street SE.
Sunday, June 12th, Noon: Pride Festival starts at noon and wraps up at 10:00 p.m. on Pennsylvania Avenue, America’s Main Street. The event includes live entertainment on three stages, food and beverages, and over 300 LGBTQIA+ advocate exhibitors running the gamut from service organizations and educational institutions to artists and amateur sports leagues.
San Francisco Pride Events
52nd Annual San Francisco Pride Parade
Sunday, June 26th: The 52nd annual San Francisco Pride Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Market and Beale Streets and heads southwest straight down Market to its terminus at Market and 8th Streets. It is free and open to the public, but expect large crowds if you go. The route is only a few blocks from the CQ Hotel Embarcadero. For the best view of the parade, we suggest purchasing tickets in advance for grandstand seating; the entrance to the seating area is on the western edge of the grandstands, nearest 8th Street.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Friday, June 10th, 7:00 p.m.: Celebrate Pride on the Silver Screen at Queer Movie Night, featuring 2011 Sundance Film Festival award-winning film Pariah, a story about a 17-year-old Black Brooklyn teenager embracing her lesbian identity. Relax and enjoy a good brew while you watch the movie. The film will be screened at Manny’s, a community venue located at 3092 16th Street in the heart of San Francisco.
Wednesday, June 22nd, 7:00 p.m.: Authors Devin Antheus & Harry James Hanson are on hand at Oasis to sign copies of their new photography book, Legends of Drag: Queens of a Certain Age. After you pick up a copy, stay for an all-star drag show that begins at 9:00 p.m., followed by a DJ and dancing. Oasis is a 21-and-up venue located at 298 Eleventh Street.
Pride Events in Boston
There is currently no pride parade planned for Boston in 2022 after the dissolution of Boston Pride, the organization that formerly sponsored the parade and other Pride Month events. However, there is still plenty going on for visitors staying at our Faneuil Hall CQ Hotel in Boston.
Noteworthy Happenings
Friday, June 10th, 5:00 p.m.: Attend Pride Night at Granite Coast Brewing Company and enjoy distinctive flavor profiles while you support a worthy cause. Granite Coast will donate a portion of proceeds from this event to NAGLY, the North Shore Alliance for GLBTQ+ Youth in Salem, MA.
Sunday, June 12th, Noon: Join the JP Block Party for a celebratory day that begins at noon and continues until 7:00 p.m.. Festivities include live performances by musical entertainers, a drag show, local vendors, and favorite brews from Sam Adams. Tickets are $10 before 2 p.m., $20 after, and free for kids under age 18. The party is open to attendees of all ages, but you must be 21 or older to enjoy the beer.
Saturday, June 25th, Noon: March at the 3rd annual Trans Resistance March & Festival in support of the TQBIPOC (trans and queer Black and indigenous people of color) population in the state of Massachusetts. The march begins at Cedar Square Park in Roxbury and proceeds to the Franklin Park Playstead on Pierpont Road in Boston. Live performances and celebrations will follow at the festival.
Sunday, June 26th, Noon: The 51st year of the Chicago Pride Parade kicks off at noon at the intersection of Montrose Avenue and Broadway in Uptown, heads south via Halsted, east on Belmont, south once again on Broadway, and east to its terminus at Diversey Parkway and Sheridan Road in Lincoln Park. Expect streets lined 30 to 40 deep with spectators numbering over one million; for less crowded viewing areas, look north of Irving Park Road, along Broadway, or farther along Broadway between Belmont Avenue and Diversey Parkway. The concierge service at either of our Chicago Club Quarters Hotels can suggest the best way to get to the parade. Admission is free.
Other Noteworthy Happenings
Saturday, June 18th – Sunday, June 19th: Chicago Pride Fest is a weekend-long celebration in the Windy City that features a bounty of performances unfolding across multiple stages. The festival includes a half-mile of vendors in Chicago’s Northalsted “Boystown” neighborhood. The event is free, but a suggested donation of $15 supports local community programs.
Saturday, June 25th, 8:00 a.m.: Lace up your sneakers and help Chicago-area organizations who work to make the LGBTQ+ community healthier, safer, and stronger. Proud to Run is a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon event now in its 40th year. The starting line is at 601 W. Montrose Avenue, and online registration is $55.
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