06/02/2026
DC Community Leaders and our amazing LGBTQIA+ community joined Mayor Bowser to kick off Pride Month with the annual LGBTQIA+ Flag Raising Ceremony at the John A. Wilson Building. Now in its fourth year, this tradition reaffirms DC’s commitment to equality, visibility, and opportunity for LGBTQIA+ residents. For more Pride Month events happening throughout June, check out our Linktree!
05/22/2026
Walk with Mayor Muriel Bowser in the Capital Pride Parade on Saturday, June 20! Join us as we continue our celebration of 20 incredible years of the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, and our work uplifting LGBTQIA+ communities, building safe spaces, and championing a legacy of love, equity, and pride.
Lineup starts at 2 PM at 14th & U Streets NW, and we step off at 3 PM.
All LGBTQIA+ community members and allies are welcome! Come march, strut, dance, and show out with Mayor Bowser!
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05/21/2026
Save the date: To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, join us for the 2026 District of Pride Showcase — hosted by the Goddess of DC .
We will feature special presentations from local LGBTQIA+ entertainers including Abby of Queering the District Podcast , Dr. Vivid , Kevin Guo , Benjamin Coy , and Tara Hoot .
June 17 • Lincoln Theatre • Doors at 6 PM (Show starts at 7PM)
FREE RSVP: TINYURL.COM/DOPSHOWCASE2026
Since 2018, the District of Pride Showcase has been our signature Pride Month celebration. Join us as we commemorate 20 years of pride, progress, and public leadership with live performances, storytelling, and the voices shaping the future of LGBTQIA+ DC.
05/20/2026
Mayor Bowser and the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs will kick off Pride Month with the annual LGBTQIA+ Flag Raising at the Wilson Building. This year’s ceremony holds special meaning as Mayor Bowser runs through the tape and we continue our celebration of the 20th anniversary of MOLGBTQA and two decades of progress, visibility, and community leadership in the District.
Join us as we raise the flag high in honor of our LGBTQIA+ residents!
⏰ Monday, June 1, 2026 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍John A. Wilson Building,1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
🔗 RSVP at tinyurl.com/LGBTQFlagRaising2026