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The WorldPride Parade travels down Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest on Saturday. Washington was the host city for this year‘s event.
The WorldPride Parade travels down Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest on Saturday. Washington was the host city for this year‘s event. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)
By Bill Clark
Posted June 9, 2025 at 3:36pm

Thousands flocked to Washington on Saturday for the WorldPride Parade. The nation’s capital hosted this year’s festivities.

The procession, which showcased elaborate floats and performers, started at Thomas Circle and made its way down Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest. Many attendees used the parade to protest the Trump administration and its efforts against the transgender community, as the parade route passed close to the White House.

Here are some of the photos from Saturday’s festivities.

A large rainbow flag is reflected in a puddle as it is carried down Pennsylvania Avenue during Saturday’s parade. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)
Parade grand marshal Laverne Cox waves to the crowd along Pennsylvania Avenue on Saturday. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)
The Modern Military Association of America, an LBGTQ military and veterans group, marches down Pennsylvania Avenue. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)
A man sells fuzzy pink hats to spectators. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

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