London celebrated its 52nd Pride parade on June 29, 2024, marking the final weekend of Pride Month. With over one million people attending the event, the parade in central London saw participation from various groups including the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, and civilians from the DefenceHQ landscape. Notable figures such as Mayor Sadiq Khan and MP Emily Thornberry joined the march, emphasizing London's commitment to LGBTQ+ rights and inclusivity. The event featured colorful costumes, floats from organizations like Arsenal and Chelsea FC, and a strong message of love and acceptance. Safety measures were highlighted by the Metropolitan Police, ensuring a secure environment for all attendees. The parade also included international contingents, such as representatives from Ukraine and the US Embassy, showcasing global solidarity for equality and freedom. Sky News reported live from the event, which was part of the #WeAreEverywhere campaign and celebrated under the hashtag #Pride2024.
This is how London does Pride! β€οΈ Take a look back at an amazing weekend β¬οΈ https://t.co/bmr550voFo
This is how we celebrate Pride in London https://t.co/8GhjfXjSSt
It was a pleasure to march at #LondonPride this weekend, with the @thebarcouncil! π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ Weβre proud to celebrate the contribution of LGBTQ+ solicitors to the legal profession and wider society π #LegalPride https://t.co/n5XE4ZMfyN
Great weekend at Pride London with friends. It was a beautiful day of love and inclusivity π³οΈβπ #loveislove https://t.co/Go3ry3XQQX
Our #EBRDfamily took part in London Pride yesterday. We stand for equality for everyone π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ #Pride2024 https://t.co/DkHKA66Vr9
Tens of thousands march in Pride parade in central London https://t.co/1UDrA56Y6f
Such a fantastic PRIDE joyful and full of LOVE. And it was a lovely sunny day too! Thank you to @MayorofLondon and all who helped organise such an amazing Pride π https://t.co/iNn64Bt1oz
Tens of thousands of people marched, many in colourful costumes, in this yearβs Pride parade in central London β: @JacobAD82 https://t.co/Rt1XsNfljc
What a fantastic day at #PrideInLondon fighting for equality under the rule of law with @TheLawSociety & @CILEXLawyers #LegalPride π βοΈ https://t.co/tQZY0voVV4
Happy London Pride! https://t.co/QwPTRrVQoP
Today our Embassy represented the πΊπΈ proudly marching withΒ fellow missions from #DiplomatsForEquality at @PrideInLondonβs parade throughout the city alongside our π¬π§ friends. This #PrideInLondon and every day, we stand for equality and freedom for all! π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈβ€οΈπ§‘πππππ€π€ https://t.co/ABx4WXCmGk
βThereβs no rainbow without yellow and blueβ - London Pride, June 29, 2024 πΈ: @AlexKokcharov https://t.co/rhObCzK42z
Fabulous kickoff to the Pride in London 2024 Parade, with @MayorofLondon leading alongside activists, LGBTQ+ community organisation representatives & other queer Londoners, who are all the very embodiment of our #WeAreEverywhere campaign! π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ πΈ: Pablo Ruiz Photography https://t.co/8Vq8O8svw0
βThere is no rainbow without yellow and blueβ: a contingent from #Ukraine at #London #Pride march today: π³οΈβππΊπ¦π³οΈβππΊπ¦ https://t.co/juIvCAsqhc
London #Pride march today: π³οΈβππ³οΈβππ³οΈβπ https://t.co/zDM65MzxSm
π Members of the @RoyalNavy, @BritishArmy, @RoyalAirForce and civilians across the @DefenceHQ landscape marched at #PrideInLondon today, and celebrated with a group photo at the end of the parade. https://t.co/GCHwazsqAd
Happy Pride to everyone who took part today π€©π π β€οΈ #LondonPride #Pride2024 https://t.co/eAppHzAIOv
The Pride celebrations continue in London with @SpursLGBT and Club staff representing π https://t.co/hREebSBMWb
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Massive thanks to the iconic @EmilyThornberry for joining us this year at London Pride! https://t.co/BIhNIirtsZ
Thousands cheer on annual Pride parade in London https://t.co/u4E97bm6Yl
Pride in London β in pictures https://t.co/GUiuvHK2cZ
Happy Pride, London! Iβm so proud that todayβs world-renowned Pride march of solidarity and celebration of our LGBTQI+ communities showcases our city for the diverse and inclusive place that it truly is. https://t.co/Htg8WsSTFV
Thousands of people have come out in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in the capital as London Pride kicks off with its parade through the city. Read more here: https://t.co/yGUtm21D7y
Here in London you are free to be whoever you want to be, and love whoever you want to love. Today will see over one million people join our biggest ever #Pride - and the atmosphere is already amazing! Proud to be your Mayor π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ #PrideInLondon β€π§‘ππππ https://t.co/orjf897rxE
'Stand Up And Be Counted' Fantastic to see @RMTunion banners flying high at @PrideInLondon π https://t.co/TD01q8zCef https://t.co/KXElPVwOY5
The @RMTUnion contingent ready to go at @PrideInLondon! https://t.co/wTl0uNrqMi
Crowds have flocked to central London today to enjoy the capitalβs incredible Pride celebrations and march https://t.co/QW831CBcVu
Happy #Pride London! Amazing work from @NewhamCouncil to get this repainted in time for todayβs celebrations. Hope everyone enjoys the day - Love is Love and will always win π³οΈβπ https://t.co/UvsBO4lnAq
The 52nd pride parade is underway in Central London. More than 32,000 people are expected to attend the march. Sky's @emmabirchley is there. https://t.co/PAiZ4D1jU3 πΊ Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/cgkACboKad
Sun is shining for @PrideInLondon today π@MayorofLondon and massive rainbow flag ready to start the parade π³οΈβπ https://t.co/03uaQZAmmU
Watch live from the #Pride in London Parade https://t.co/mGSbMfeqPa
Proud to take our float to London Pride once again today. π https://t.co/Tjs5ja3sOK
Marching in solidarity with @gaygooners at Pride π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ Everything you need to know about this afternoon's festivities in London π
London is, and will remain, a beacon globally for LGBTQI+ rights. No one should have to endure hatred, discrimination, persecution or violence because of who they are or who they love. Happy #Pride, London!! π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ https://t.co/9VNIDxLDSe
Have fun and stay vigilant while celebrating Pride in London today. π If you see something that doesnβt look right, speak to a police officer or steward who are there to keep people safe. Hate crime which will not be tolerated. Call 999 in an emergency. #PrideInLondon
Enjoy #Pride2024 London π₯° https://t.co/JyHtvjGPFV
Happy Pride London! π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈβ¨ As the city comes together for Pride in London today, weβll be lighting up in celebration and support of the LGBTQ+ community in London and around the world β€οΈ #PrideInLondon #LondonPride #Pride2024 https://t.co/PcUfO52peA
π³οΈβπ π₯³ Itβs the final weekend of Pride Month! As I prepare for #PrideInLondon and stand as an ally with the LGBTQI+ community, I honour your bravery in choosing love, acceptance, and courage. If there was more love than hate the world would be a better place π©·#Pride2024 #Pride https://t.co/Z0KMI5CTUp
No one should have to endure hatred, discrimination, persecution or violence because of who they are or who they love. London is, and will remain, a beacon globally for LGBTQI+ rights. Happy #Pride, London π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ https://t.co/a8EBL1IHPQ
This weekend shows what summer in London is all about. Tomorrow Londonβs diverse LGBTQI+ communities and allies are joining together for our world-renowned Pride celebrations.
Ahead of #PrideInLondon π¬π§ this weekend, check out how the @WhiteHouse welcomed everyone to celebrate Pride this week πΊπΈπ³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ https://t.co/bmgwd8Scow
Pride in London: For the many not the few https://t.co/j16cCH3WME
Tomorrow, weβll march with the Bar Council at London Pride to celebrate the contribution of LGBTQ+ solicitors to the legal profession and wider society. Share your Pride celebration moments and stories by tagging us in your posts. #PrideMonth2024 #LegalPride π³οΈβπ https://t.co/FQyjlrvN0H