Celebrating Pride Month in NYC
A Colorful Guide to Events, Eats, and Pride Festivities in New York City
June in New York City pulses with color, history, activism, and joy. Here’s a guide to make the most of Pride Month in the Big Apple.
1. NYC Pride Parade
The NYC Pride March is one of the largest and most iconic Pride events in the world, set for Sunday, June 29th, 2025. It kicks off at 25th Street and 5th Avenue, winding through Manhattan and past the historic Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village. Featuring colorful floats, activist groups, performers, and activists. The parade draws thousands in a powerful celebration of love, identity, and LGBTQ+ rights. Whether you're marching or cheering from the sidelines, or just having fun with friends, it's an unforgettable Pride Month highlight every year.
Distance from Moderne Hotel: 1.6 Miles
2. Music Festivals
Many options for partying this month, as Pride weekend kicks off, HERITAGE: The "Official" NYC Pride Party launches at Brooklyn’s iconic Duggal Greenhouse on Friday, June 27, offering an afternoon‑into‑night celebration of deep, melodic house and progressive beats. The event honors queer pioneers and raises funds for Heritage of Pride initiatives, all set against stunning Manhattan skyline views. The other festival taking place during this time is "LadyLand Festival" from June 27 to 28, under the K Bridge in Brooklyn, delivering a high-powered queer-centric outdoor music experience. With headline sets from Cardi B and FKA Twigs. If this is your scene, you do not want to miss out on this opportunity!
Distance from Moderne Hotel: 5 Miles
3. Visiting Historical Landmarks
No Pride Month in NYC is complete without a visit to the Stonewall Inn, located in the heart of Greenwich Village. Designated a National Historic Landmark, this unassuming bar was the site of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal moment that ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Today, the Stonewall Inn stands not only as a working bar with nightly events but also as a powerful symbol of resilience, protest, and progress.
Distance from Moderne Hotel: 2.5 Miles
4. Dine in LGBTQ+ Restaurants and Bars
Dining at LGBTQ+ owned restaurants is a great way to support the community while enjoying some of NYC’s most vibrant culinary experiences. Head to Ursula in Crown Heights, a queer-owned café serving New Mexican breakfast burritos and pastries with serious flair. Looking for something upscale? Llama Inn, co-owned by a queer restaurateur, offers a modern take on Peruvian cuisine in Williamsburg. Lastly, for dessert, head over to the East Village and pay a visit to Big Gay Ice Cream, known for its whimsical soft-serve creations and rainbow-sprinkled cones.
Distance from Moderne Hotel: 4.4 Miles
Pride in NYC isn’t just one day, it’s a movement. From the activism etched in Greenwich Village’s history to the beats at Ladyland music festival, Pride Month intertwines celebration with resistance. Whether you’re dancing on Pier 57, or standing in solidarity at Stonewall, every moment offers exuberance and intent. Let this June be your chance to embrace happiness and pride all around!
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