The best destinations for Pride 2025

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Pride 2025 celebrations promises to be vibrant, inclusive, and unforgettable! With Cape Town Pride 2025 just come and gone, you may still be in a celebrating spirit, wishing to experience Pride in a different city or country. If so, there’s a perfect destination for every LGBTQIA+ traveller this year. Here’s a guide to some of the best Pride 2025 events around the world…

Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa

Expected date: October 2025 (TBA)
Why visit?: Johannesburg Pride is one of Africa’s most significant LGBTQIA+ events, promoting visibility and unity through parades, concerts, and community initiatives.

Asia

Tokyo, Japan

Dates: 18-19 April, 2025
What to expect: Tokyo Rainbow Pride includes a parade and festival, focusing on awareness and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ communities in Japan.

North America

San Francisco, USA

Dates: 28-29 June, 2025
Theme: “Queer Joy Is Resistance”
Why Visit?: Celebrating its 55th anniversary, San Francisco Pride is one of the most historic and politically significant Pride events. This year, the focus shifts towards local queer organizations, reducing corporate participation to align with its activist roots.

Seattle, USA

Date: 29 June, 2025
What to expect: The Seattle Pride Parade kicks off at 11:00 along 4th Avenue, with a pre-show starting at 10:00 in Westlake Park. Expect a day full of vibrant celebrations, advocacy, and community events.

Phoenix, USA

Dates: 5-6 April, 2025
Why visit?: Arizona’s second-largest LGBTQIA+ event features live entertainment on two stages and over 150 exhibitors. It’s an excellent way to kick off Pride season in a sunny and welcoming atmosphere.

Europe

Berlin, Germany

Dates: 23-27 July, 2025
Why visit?: Berlin Pride is one of Europe’s most exciting LGBTQIA+ celebrations, attracting global visitors to its inclusive, diverse, and politically engaged events.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Dates: 9-17 August, 2025
Why visit?: Known for its progressive stance on LGBTQIA+ rights, Copenhagen Pride offers a welcoming atmosphere, beautiful cityscapes, and a variety of inclusive events.

South America

São Paulo, Brazil

Expected Date: June 2025 (TBA)
Why visit?: As one of the world’s largest Pride parades, São Paulo Pride attracts millions of participants with its electrifying energy, concerts, and cultural events.