Rainbow Spectacles: US Pride Parades Blend Celebration and Activism in Grand Finale

The month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride reached its exuberant grand finale on June 30. Rainbow-laden revelers took to US’ streets for parades. The wide-ranging festivities functioned as both jubilant parties and political protests in New York. Thousands hit the streets on June 30 for the San Francisco Pride Parade. Spectators lined Market Street to cheer on revelers in colorful costumes.