The crowd inside and outside of the bar erupted into violent resistance against the officers. On this historic night, Lesbians, Gay men and Drag Queens came together to fight back against police harassment for the first time. Fearful Gay patrons were often physically forced out of their gathering places, sometimes beaten, and arrested, with no just cause just for simply congregating. Raids on Gay establishments, however, were common at the time and were conducted regularly with little or no resistance. Liquid medications are allowed, but they may take a few extra minutes during the screening process.Ĭoolers, Hydration packs such as Camelbaks, empty water bottles are allowedĭrones or remote controlled aircraft, cars or toys.įlyers, samples, giveaways or promotional items, unless they are from a registered exhibitor.
Any items that security determines may have an adverse effect on the event.īottles of water will be on sale at market prices at the festival. These items are not allowed to be brought into the festival:įirearms, knives, Tasers, clubs, pepper spray, hazardous chemicals, explosives or incendiary devices of any kind. If possible we recommend leaving backpacks at home, or if you need one, to bring a small or clear bag to speed up the security lines. Here's hoping that the world will soon accept love and lovers without discrimination.Security will check bags and wand all individuals coming into the festival.
While we acknowledge the progress we’ve made, we also need to be realistic and remember that we still have a long way to go. However, since the Covid-19 pandemic is still hovering around, many will celebrate it online.įrom 1969 until now, LGBTQ folks and allies have been fighting hard to give the community the right to marry, that right to adopt children, to start families, to fight discrimination, hate speech, and hate crimes, and to simply allow queer folks to exist. There are usually colourful parades, concerts and marches across the world. Just like every year, Global Pride Day will be celebrated on June 28. The following year, the first official Pride parade was carried out on the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, with Christopher Street Liberation Day and the tradition has continued till date. This changed the world forever, for the better. However, on that particular day in June, all hell broke loose when the queer community fought back and protested hard for several days. One of the most popular gay bars, Greenwich Village’s Stonewall Inn was raided frequently too. Back then, the American Constitution also had laws banning homosexuality. At the time, the NY police would frequently raid queer bars and harass the queer community. On June 28, 1969, the Stonewall Uprising took place in New York City in USA. The catalyst for Pride is actually a riot-the 1969 Stonewall Riots. It's about being proud of who you are no matter who you love.
During this month, we educate others and ourselves about how damaging homophobia is and why we need to get rid of it. Pride month is about equality, teaching acceptance, education in pride history and above all, love. Pride is about people coming together, to show and celebrate how far gay rights have come and how much is still left to achieve. What is Pride month?Įvery year in June the world celebrates Pride month dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community and their right to live a dignified life. As the world gears up to celebrate the Pride month in June, one might wonder what it is and why do we celebrate it (since there's still a lot of stigmas and lack of awareness surrounding Pride).