London’s best cultural events and exhibitions for LGBTQ+ Pride 2024
Taking over calendars every June, Pride month is officially in full swing. Originally held in New York to mark the first anniversary of the Stonewall riots – a landmark moment in LGBTQ+ history which saw protesters fighting back following a vicious raid on queer venue the Stonewall Inn – the first ever Gay Pride march, Christopher Street Liberation Day, first took place in 1970. Since then, Pride has evolved into a global movement, centred around celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, and drawing attention to continuing inequality and discrimination.
traditionally takes over Soho and its surrounding areas close to the anniversary of the Stonewall riots; this year, it’ll be held on 29 June. Attracting an estimated 1.5 million visitors every year, it’s one
