These are some of the most beloved pride celebrations in the United States

Every city and town that hosts a pride celebration has its own unique flavor. According to LGBTQ Nation readers, these are some of the best (in addition to New York City and San Francisco, of course).

Seattle

“Seattle……year one. Most of us had to disguise ourselves….because we could have been fire[d] from our jobs. I can never describe the empowerment I felt marching in that first parade and all the ones that followed. A bomb threat was called in and we all had to disperse from Westlake mall. We rejoined after the threat was deemed over. I am now 77. My pride remains and LoveWins!!!!!!!” wrote Merlyn Peggy Smith.

Portland

“Something about the Portland Pride is so much more familiar and neighborly than the bigger parades in cities like San Francisco,” Jordan Land said. “I’m still able to find a good spot in the bar to watch my favorite Queens, I don’t feel swallowed up by the crowed at the parade, and the events are spread out enough yet still infrequent that I can really appreciate the town while being surrounded by other LGBTQ+ folk.”

Atlanta

“Atlanta. Even better than LAs,” Julian Ro wrote.

Orlando

“Orlando Oct 16 -Pride after Pulse,” recalled Melissa Gillis. “It was beautiful and sad and amazing all rolled into one.”

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