The 2025 Queens Pride Parade, a prominent celebration of LGBTQ rights in New York City, kicks off in Jackson Heights with the theme 'Defiant Joy.' Scheduled for the first Sunday in June, the event features a record number of 140-plus participating organizations and highlights the significant contributions of Assembly Members Catalina Cruz and Jessica González-Rojas as grand marshals. The parade route starts at noon and is accompanied by a Multicultural Festival celebrating diversity until 6 p.m. Street closures will be in effect as necessary for safety during the festivities.
"They are extraordinary leaders who have really been at the forefront in the fight for LGBTQ equality and justice," LGBT Network founder David Kilmnick told CBS News New York.
The 2025 New Queens Pride Parade begins at noon and features a record 140-plus participating groups, highlighting the ongoing celebration of LGBTQ rights.
The theme for 2025 is 'Defiant Joy,' aiming to highlight pride in identity and the ongoing fight for acceptance within the LGBTQ community.
The Multicultural Festival accompanying the parade lasts from noon to 6 p.m., showcasing diverse cultures and communities within the LGBTQ spectrum.
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