What's Pride all about? Let's spell it out for you. If you need peace and quiet, opt for Georgetown instead (try the quirky-yet-sophisticated Graham). Try the Kimpton Palomar in Dupont, and several Marriotts near Pennsylvania Ave. Where to stay: The major locations are Dupont Circle and Pennsylvania Avenue, with both offering excellent accommodation options. Watch out for veritable rainbows on every street corner, as local businesses and residents in DC are being encouraged to show their support for Pride by decorating their buildings balconies and yards in a 'Paint the Town Colorful' campaign. This year Washington DC is hosting a colorful Pridemobile Parade on June 12 – with a caravan of decorated Pride cars following a route that will take in Dupont and Logan Circles and pass landmarks including the Capitol Building. 'Make America Gay Again' – one of the popular slogans of recent years © bakdc / ShutterstockĭC’s Capital Pride is one of the nation’s oldest, with the first event organized in 1975 as a one-day block party and street festival.
