From the first moment of The Rally to the Dance at the Pier
Click through the banners below for an in depth look at this year's Pride Week line up.
June 16
The Rally
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Join us for the official kick off of NYC Pride Week!
The Rally features well-known performers and motivating speakers from the LGBT community to kick-off Pride Week events. The first NYC LGBT Pride Rally occurred one month after the Stonewall Riots in June 1969, with 500 people gathering for a “Gay Power” demonstration in Washington Square Park. It was followed by a candlelight vigil in Sheridan Square. Today the Rally is held at the East River Bandshell.
The entire Rally will be ASL interpreted for individuals who are deaf/hard-of-hearing.
2012 Talent
The Rally Committee is taking applications for talent to perform at the 2012 Rally. If you are interested in being a part of this event please contact rally@nycpride.org
June 23
VIP Rooftop Party
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Join us and party into the eve of stonewall
NYC Pride and Rafferty/Mazur Events proudly present the VIP Pride Rooftop Party on Saturday June 23rd! Come dance on one of the most exclusive rooftops venues overlooking one of the greatest cities in the world during the best weekend of the year!
For the first time EVER together DJs:
Corey Craig
The Freemasons
Moto Blanco
3 Levels:
Rooftop with retractable glass roof in case of inclement weather
Indoor Salon & Dance floor
Outdoor Terrace
$35 advanced tickets
Please note: Bundled Pier Dance & Rooftop tickets will go on sale on May 4th
The VIP Rooftop & Rapture on the River are the only official NYC Pride events on Saturday, June 23rd
Tickets sold out two weeks in advance last year
You must be 21+ older to enter
June 23
Rapture River
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Rocking women’s worlds!
After over 8 years of using Pier 54 as its home, Rapture on the River will be moving to its neighbor, Pier 57! This spacious location will allow for attendees to easily access bars, restrooms, and social spaces. We’re excited for this next amazing stage of this event! Additionally, we no longer have to worry about rain!
Tickets will be:
$25 in advanced
$35 day of
$75 VIP (Ticket includes open bar for the entire event, complimentary access to the official Rapture after-party, Pier Pressure, fresh fruit, and more!)
We have selected the DJs for the 2012 Rapture on the River! The headlining DJ will be Whitney Day, and Missy B & Trini will be opening!
Whether you want to engage in some afternoon revelry with friends or dance the night away, Rapture on the River is THE event for all lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer-identified women. Rapture takes place after the Dyke March and the night before the official NYC Pride March.
Come celebrate your out-and-proud-of-it self at an event like no other.
Saturday, June 23rd 2012
4:00 - 11:00 PM
Pier 57, 15th St @ the West Side
Highway - Hudson River Park
Community Working Grant
Community Working Grant 2012
Applications are due May 31st, 2012.
June 24
Pridefest
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After the march, unite with the community
PrideFest is our annual LGBT street fair, bringing together local residents and families, community leaders, and area business owners. Attracting thousands of out-of-state visitors and volunteers, this year’s PrideFest marks the 19th annual event. We will continue to combine vendors, entertainers, and community activities for a day of fun celebration of LGBT Pride in the name of equality.
This event is free and open to the public. No tickets are necessary.
IMPORTANT VENDOR INFORMATION
Download our pricing schedule here. Please also be aware of the following information:
| 1. | You must have a NYS Sales Tax ID Number. There is no charge to get one. You acquire this online at the NYSDOT&F Website or in person at: | NYS Dept of Taxation & Finance 55 Hanson Place, Room 650 Brooklyn, New York (718) 722-2030 | Monday- Friday 9 to 5 (2, 3, 4, 5, Q, B Train to Atlantic Ave.) |
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| 2. | You must have a Consumer Affairs Permit. The cost is $10 per month. You can also get this online at the DCA Website or in person at: | Department of Consumer Affairs 42 Broadway (5th Floor) New York, NY (212) 487-4444 | Monday- Friday 9 to 5 (4,5 Train to Fulton) |
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| 3. | PrideFest booths registrations are for the booth space only. If you need tents, tables, or chairs, we recommend: | Atlas Party Rentals 1.800.695.6565 ask for "The Heritage of Pride Package": 1 10x10 tent, 1 table, and 2 chairs at an unbeatable price! |
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June 24
The March
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Become a part of the biggest Pride Celebration in the world!
The first March was held in 1970, and has since become an annual civil rights demonstration. Over the years its purpose has broadened to include recognition of the fight against AIDS and to remember those we have lost to the illness, violence and neglect. Through the years, we’re still here and the March is a celebration of our lives and our community.
This event is free and open to the public. No tickets are necessary. Special needs seating will be made available near the intersection of 23rd Street and 5th Avenue.
2012 Grand Marshals
Cyndi Lauper
Chris Salgardo
Phyllis Siegel & Connie Kopelov
Awards
NYC Pride recognizes outstanding achievement and acknowledges the effort required behind the scenes to produce Pride Week. As with prior years, the March Committee and our panel of judges (located at the Reviewing Stand at 5th Avenue and 8th Street) will evaluate the March contingents to determine which best represent the concept of the following March Awards:
Best Use of Theme Award
Most Original Award
Marching Contingent Award
Best Decorated Vehicle Award
Best Musical Contingent Award
*Please note: any float/marching contingent with corporate logos/images not previously authorized or approved by NYC Pride will be subject to ejection from the March.
Sunday, June 24th 2012
11 AM - Gather; 12 PM - Start
Starts at 36th Street & 5th Ave, ends at Christopher & Greenwich Streets
Download a Map of the Route »
Extra Information
March 2012 Pricing
HoP Policy & Guidelines
Community Working Grant
Opportunities at the March (pdf)
Applications are due May 31st, 2012.
June 24
Dance Pier
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Come and dance into the night
After over 20 years of using Pier 54 as its home, Dance on the Pier will be moving to its neighbor, Pier 57! This spacious location will allow for attendees to easily access bars, restrooms, and social spaces.
We have selected the DJs for the 2012 Dance on the Pier! DJs Eddie Baez and The Perry Twins will be opening this year, and closing will be DJ Boris
Ticket prices will be:
$65 in May
$90 in June
$165 VIP (includes expedited entry, open bar for the entirety of the event, elevated viewing platform, access to the Vitamin Water lounge, fresh fruit and more!)
All proceeds from the Dance on the Pier benefit New York City’s LGBT Pride Week events and community organizations.
Sunday, June 24th 2012
5:00 PM- 2:00 AM
Pier 57, 15th St @ the West Side Highway - Hudson River Park
Community Working Grant
Community Working Grant 2012
Applications are due May 31st, 2012.
