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Alegria Pride 2008 :: Photo Album

Alegria Pride 2008 :: Photo Album

Jul 2, 2008

With massive air-conditioning ductwork snaking up the facade of Webster Hall from the street below, anyone on the outside could see that the scene inside the sold-out Alegria Pride 2008 would be Stygian-and it was: steamy hot, dark, and hard. With three deejays working three separate rooms and boyz from around the globe overflowing the labyrinthine dance floors, staircases, and hallways, Alegria Pride 2008 was a gargantuan affair-and a testament to producer Ric Sena’s bold vision in the face of Manhattan’s nightlife paroxysms. One thing’s for certain: Alegria’s got a new home.

Family Pride :: Ric Sena’s Sold-Out Alegria Pride 2008

By Mark Thompson | Jul 2, 2008

With massive air-conditioning ductwork snaking up the facade of from the street below, anyone on the outside could see that the scene inside the sold-out Alegria Pride 2008 would be Stygian-and it was: steamy hot, dark, and hard. With three deejays working three separate rooms and boyz from around the globe overflowing the labyrinthine dance floors, staircases, and hallways, Alegria Pride 2008 was a gargantuan affair-and a testament to producer Ric Sena’s bold vision in the face of Manhattan’s nightlife paroxysms. One thing’s for certain: Alegria’s found a new home.

2008 Rhode Island Pride Parties :: Alley Cat, Dark Lady, Energy, Mirabar, Union & Eagle

2008 Rhode Island Pride Parties :: Alley Cat, Dark Lady, Energy, Mirabar, Union & Eagle

Jul 1, 2008

Every year after the Rhode Island Pride Parade, the Providence clubs spin up a series of block parties that turn downcity into one big gay party. It took some effort, but we captured photos from all of them - check them out!

San Francisco Pride :: Pride in the Castro

San Francisco Pride :: Pride in the Castro

Jul 1, 2008

Gay Pride in San Francisco means serious nightlife in the Castro - so we trolled Market Street to catch photos of those out partying. Check them out!

2008 Rhode Island Pride Parade

2008 Rhode Island Pride Parade

Jun 30, 2008

Rhode Island’s Gay Pride festivities peaked on Saturday night with New England’s only nighttime pride parade. The street party wound through downtown Providence riled on by a cheering gay community - EDGE has the photos!

Gay revelers celebrate pride, marriage rights

By Malia Wollan | Jun 30, 2008

A lesbian motorcycle group dressed in bridal veils, wedding gowns and leather lent a matrimonial touch to San Francisco’s gay pride parade Sunday as revelers celebrated their newfound freedom to marry.

Marriage freedom is focus of SF gay pride parade

By Maria Wollan | Jun 30, 2008

A lesbian motorcycle group dressed in bridal veils and wedding gowns lent a matrimonial touch to San Francisco’s gay pride parade Sunday as revelers celebrated their newfound freedom to marry.

Gay activists march in India’s gay pride parade

By Sam Dolnick | Jun 30, 2008

Men wore sparkling saris, women wore rainbow boas and hundreds of people chanted for gay rights in three Indian cities Sunday in the largest display of gay pride in the deeply conservative country where homosexual acts are illegal.

New York Pride :: 2008 Pride March

New York Pride :: 2008 Pride March

Jun 30, 2008

The weather was wild - but so was the 2008 New York Pride Parade! In between bouts of torrential downpour, a million-plus spectators enjoyed blazing sun, fabulous floats, and a New York first: the governor marched with us. EDGE has the photos!

Forget pink, Pride events go green

By Matthew S. Bajko | Jun 28, 2008

Green is the new color code for the city’s Pride events, as the various outdoor gatherings this weekend promote eco-friendly policies to lessen their impact on the environment.

The EDGE Guide to New York Pride Parties

By EDGE | Jun 27, 2008

From the parties to the after-parties, EDGE brings you the ultimate guide to doing New York Pride. We break it all down for you, so you can celebrate one of the world’s best pride celebration right!

WIU celebrates Gay Pride Month

By Darcie Shinberger | Jun 27, 2008

Thirty-nine years ago, on June 27, 1969, a group of men rioted following a police raid on the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City. Dubbed the Stonewall Riots, this event is considered to be the beginning of the modern gay rights movement, and the month of June is traditionally noted as Gay Pride Month across the U.S.

Trans March turns five

By Matthew S. Bajko | Jun 27, 2008

Now in its fifth year, the annual Trans March will kick off Pride weekend Friday night with what organizers expect will be its largest crowd yet. Attendance could number 10,000 marchers this year as several hot button issues have focused attention on concerns facing the transgender community.

Hit the Dyke March Sat.

By Heather Tirado Gilligan | Jun 27, 2008

The Dyke March takes place Saturday, June 28, celebrating 16 years of women-only space during the weekend of Pride Parade festivities.

Quiet Gay Pride march in Jerusalem

Jun 27, 2008

About 3,000 gays have marched through Jerusalem in their annual Gay Pride parade. The march was followed by a rally, both proceeding without incident.

Dyke March Chicago Moves to Pilsen

By Erik Roldan | Jun 26, 2008

This year’s annual Dyke March is set for Pilsen on Saturday, a first in the March’s 12 year history. With the only two "official" gay neighborhoods in Chicago being on the North side, a break from the traditional Andersonville is not without controversy.

New York Pride :: Garden Party 25

New York Pride :: Garden Party 25

Jun 26, 2008

It’s the premiere LGBT tasting event in the country, benefitting the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center of New York. This year the pier event celebrated both the 25th anniversary of the Center and the 25th Garden Party with more than 30 restaurants, an open bar and star-powered entertainment including the return of host Kate Clinton. Guests sampled dishes from the city’s best restaurants, visited booths from community organizations and enjoyed entertainment, while politicians greeted-and everyone enjoyed the open bars. EDGE has the photos!

Cuba gay-pride parade canceled at last minute

Jun 26, 2008

Cuba’s first gay-pride parade was abruptly canceled Wednesday, moments before it was to begin.

South Florida Pride 2008 :: Stonewall Street Festival

South Florida Pride 2008 :: Stonewall Street Festival

Jun 26, 2008

40,000 spectators came out to watch the nighttime parade at the Stonewall Street Festival Saturday night... and then they stayed through the drizzle to party on well into the morning. Check out the photos!

Charo-scura!

By Robert Sokol | Jun 26, 2008

Alright, admit it. Somebody says "Charo!," and your mind’s eye conjures up bumping hips, pouting lips and "Cuchi-cuchi!" It’s okay. Charo knows. Charo understands. After 40 years in the entertainment industry, the lady has long ago made peace with being a showbiz sight gag - what comedienne Carole Cook would call the epitome of glitter and tits.

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