LGBTQ+ Pride Month, observed each June, commemorates the first Pride march held in June 1970, a year after the Stonewall Riots in New York City. This event sparked a movement for LGBTQ+ rights and has since grown into a celebration of queer joy, culture, and activism across the country. Major U.S. cities host parades, live performances, and community activities, reflecting both the festivity and the historical significance of this month. Pride Month was officially recognized by the U.S. government in 1999, reinforcing its importance in American society.
Pride Month is an annual celebration in June, honoring queer culture and its roots in the 1969 Stonewall Riots, a defining moment for the LGBTQ+ community in the U.S.
The first LGBTQ+ Pride march took place in June 1970, marking not only progress for LGBTQ+ rights but also a profound moment in the fight for equality.
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