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New York City Pride 2008
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events in June 2008
22 - 29 June 2008
New York's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Pride week has a special sense of history that no other Pride celebration can offer. The organisers expect 250,000 marchers to follow the lavender strip down 5th Avenue on 29 June, with a further 350,000 spectators to cheer them on.
New York was the birthplace of the Gay Rights movement following the Stonewall Riots of 1969, where a backlash against police harassment prompted the first outspoken display of queer defiance. New York City Pride annually commemorates that initial need to assert gay identity. Each year the event attracts more and more visitors, both gay and straight.
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LGBT Pride Rally
Pride Week kicks off with a rally featuring community performers and speakers in Bryant Park (42nd Street and 6th Avenue).
Sunday, June 22nd from 2 PM to 6 PM.
LGBT Pride March
5th Avenue & 52nd St. to Christopher & Greenwich St.
The annual gay pride parade starts at 5th Avenue and 52nd Street and ends at Christopher and Greenwich Streets. This year's grand marshals will include Candis Cayne and Gilbert Baker.
Sunday, June 29th from 12 PM until whenever. Moment of Silence: 2 PM
Admission: FREE
Pridefest
This free family street festival will feature vendors, entertainers, and community activities.
Sunday, June 29th from 11 PM to 7 PM.
Admission: FREE
Dance on the Pier
The Dance on the Pier was born out of a time when LGBT persons could not dance openly and proudly together. This year's party will feature fireworks and the music of Joe Gauthreaux and Tracy Young.
Sunday, June 29th from 4 PM - 10:30 PM at Pier 54 (13th St. @ the Hudson River).
Admission: $45 until May 31, $55 from May 31-June 23 (though tickets are likely to sell out quickly).
Rapture on the River
This dance is for the ladies. All proceeds benefit Pride Week events and community organizations.
Saturday, June 28th, 6 PM - 11 PM at Pier 54 (13th St. at the Hudson River).
General Admission: $20 in advance,$25 at the door (VIP $40)
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http://www.nycpride.org/
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