World Pride parade in Madrid parties for LGBT rights

World Pride parade in Madrid parties for LGBT rights

More than 50 floats took part in the WorldPride parade in Madrid that saw hundreds of thousands of people march for LGBT rights.Revellers partied until late in the night in a carnival atmosphere and World Pride protests and events took place on the weekend across Madrid.World Pride first started in 2000 and has been held in several cities around the globe. Jul 2, 2017
This High Heel Race is only for men

This High Heel Race is only for men

This annual high heel race is only for men. Its part of World Pride Madrid festival for LGBT communities. This festival is held to celebrate the diversity and commemorate the Stonewall riots in 1969, which led to the first protest march for LGBT rights. Runners wear stilettos, wedges, kitten heels and colorful customs. Runners heels are required to be at least 4 inches high. Winners can get prizes worth up to 500 euros. Jul 1, 2017
How the Stonewall riot birthed LGBT Pride

How the Stonewall riot birthed LGBT Pride

LGBT Pride Month is celebrated in June in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Riot. President Clinton declared June as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month in 2000. This became LGBT Pride Month under President Obama in 2009. Jun 3, 2017
How the Stonewall riot birthed LGBT Pride

How the Stonewall riot birthed LGBT Pride

LGBT Pride Month is celebrated in June in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Riot. President Clinton declared June as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month in 2000. This became LGBT Pride Month under President Obama in 2009. Jun 3, 2017