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Serb Pride May Get Violent, Police Warn
The chief of Serbia’s police said that Pride organizers ought to reconsider putting on the event, scheduled for the coming weekend, a Sept. 29 Associated Press story said.
Richmond VA PrideFest 2011 :: September 24, 2011
Hundreds of gays and their family members and allies, gathered in Virginia’s capital city of Richmond for PrideFest 2011. Among the featured entertainers were Washington DC based singer Tom Goss and internationally celebrated singer Martha Wash of "It’s Raining Men" fame. EDGE was there to enjoy some southern LGBT hospitality and capture photos of the festivities.
Taylor Dayne Headlines Delaware Pride
Grammy-nominated singer Taylor Dayne headlined the 15th annual Delaware Pride in Rehoboth Beach on Saturday, Sept. 17, but torrential rains and gusty winds forced organizers to end the annual festival early.
Revelers Descend Upon Oak Lawn for Annual Pride Parade
Tens of thousands of people turned out along Cedar Springs Road in Oak Law on Sunday, Sept. 18, for the 28th Alan Ross Texas Freedom parade.
Dallas Pride Festival 2011 :: September 18, 2011
Another fabulous festival in Lee Park brings Pride weekend to a close as crowds gathered after the parade. What was different this year? To help ease production costs there was a small admission fee to enter, which didn’t stop the masses from enjoying a beautiful afternoon. EDGE has the images from the celebration.
Worcester Pride :: September 17, 2011
Worcester pride was held under beautiful fall weather Saturday. Special Guest Pandora Box from "RuPaul’s Drag Race" was there. Local drag queens along with bands and other performers made for a festive day. EDGE stopped by to check things out.
Dallas Pride Parade 2011 :: September 18, 2011
Always the most anticipated event of Dallas Gay Pride, the 28th Annual Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade kicked off on Sunday with all the glitter and glamor to entertain an audience of over 15,000. This year’s theme is "It Only Gets Better" and was one of the best parades in years.
Dallas Pride Expected to Draw 45,000
In spite of an admission fee and new security procedures, 45,000 people are expected to attend Dallas’ annual Pride parade and festival on Sunday, Sept. 18.
Taylor Dayne to Headline Delaware Pride
Grammy-nominated artist Taylor Dayne will headline the 15th annual Delaware Pride Festival near Rehoboth Beach on Saturday, Sept. 17.
Anti-Gay Preacher Charged for Noisy Pride Protest
An anti-gay preacher in North Carolina says that a law limiting the noise level of public proclamations constitutes an infringement on his First Amendment rights of expression and religion.
Where the Girls Are: Womenfest in Key West
If you’re a lesbian who didn’t get her Pride on this summer -- or even if you did and want more -- then consider the 25th annual Womenfest in Key West, September 6-11 hosted by The Key West Business Guild.
San Jose prepares for Pride festival
Officials with San Jose Pride are preparing for a fun festival later this month even though, as with last year, there will be no parade.
South Bay Pride - Heading South For Summer
Growing by leaps and bounds every year, South County’s LGBT celebration proudly provides countless citizens a chance to socialize, network, strengthen our community and- most importantly-to gauge perspective as to how many of us there really are.
Busting Through The Orange Curtain
It’s no secret that lives changed forever as marriage equality was quickly ushered in and then out in 2008. Born of bittersweet roots, Orange County Pride reflects a community in transition-one that’s busting through the "Orange Curtain."
Czech President Attacks Diplomat Over Petition
The Czech president lashed out Monday at 13 ambassadors for their petition in support of a gay pride festival in the Czech capital, and refused to distance himself from a deputy who linked homosexuality to sexual deviation.
Dutch Military Joins Gay Pride Parade for 1st Time
Embracing a policy of "Do Tell," the Dutch military joined Amsterdam’s annual Gay Pride parade for the first time, with uniformed men and women saluting the crowds from a boat chugging through a historic city canal.
Czech Officials Trash Prague Pride
The Czech city of Prague is set to host its first gay Pride events later this month, but the historic occasion has already been marred by anti-gay trash talk from the top levels of the country’s government.
Sao Paulo Council Calls for Heterosexual Pride Day
The city council of South America’s biggest city has adopted legislation calling for a Heterosexual Pride Day to be celebrated on the third Sunday of each December.
Belfast Pride Draws Crowd, Protest, Rebuke
The 21st edition of Belfast’s Pride Parade took place on July 30, drawing a crowd to the city but also triggering anti-gay religious protests. Organizers took pains to make the occasion welcoming to all, going so far as to host a "family fun day."
San Diego Pride Parade :: July 16, 2011
The annual San Diego LGBT Pride Parade is the 5th largest in the United States attracting over 150,000 spectators. This year, in addition to the standard turnout of GLBT supportive businesses, politicians and groups marching in the parade, about 200 US active-duty troops and veterans also marched with American flags and banners, thanks to the recent end of the military ban on openly gay troops.