GAY PRIDE WEEK

Gay Pride Week is about to kick off, and with so many different events going on how are you meant to choose? Here at The Core we have decided to streamline all the happenings and select a few key events that you must attend. 

1. A Taste of Pride

The annual LGBT pride garden party showcases culinary fare from over 40 restaurants, and is always a great hit with attendees. As well as this there will be an open bar and a silent auction, so get a bit ‘merry’ and bid on some great restaurant deals.

Image via LGBT Center Flickr

Details: Monday June 24th, 6:00pm-10:00pm | Hudson River Park’s Pier 84 | Purchase tickets here

2. LGBT Center Annual Pride Picnic

Perfect for the whole family, join the LGBT center for a day of fun. There will be carnival games, music, lunch and arts and crafts.

Image via LGBT Center Facebook

Details: Saturday June 29th, 11:00am-2:00pm | The Church of St. Luke in the Fields, 487 Hudson St. | Suggested donation of $20 | For more information click here

3. NYC Pride March

The annual gay pride march began in 1970 and since then it has grown leaps and bounds in recognition and following. Therefore this year’s march is guaranteed not to disappoint.

Image via Empire Guides

Details: Sunday June 30th, kickoff 12:00pm | Starting point 36th St.& 5th ave. | For more information click here and to download a pride route map go here.

4. Pit Stops on the March

It is inevitable that taking part in the pride march will be tiring, why not stop off for a drink or quick bite mid-march?

The Monster

Details:  80 Grove St. | Mon-Fri 4:00pm-4:00am, Sat and Sun 2:00pm-4:00am

BBQue’s Smoke Shack

Details: 668 6th ave. | For opening times check here

Boxers

Details: 37 West 20th St.

The Duplex

Details: 61 Christopher St.

Feature image via darkroom.baltimoresun.com