LGBTQ+ calendar: Pride Month and the key dates of the year
The LGBTQ+ community marks the year with numerous key events: visibility days, Pride months, and dates of remembrance and action. This LGBT calendar brings together the key dates you need to know – those that recur every year – and links you to the events calendar for upcoming events near you.
Key dates to remember
Certain dates recur every year and shape the life of the community. The main ones are:
- 31 March — Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV): a day to celebrate trans people and their contributions.
- 26 April — Lesbian Visibility Day: shining a spotlight on lesbian women and their struggles.
- 17 May — International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT): demonstrations and awareness-raising activities across France.
- June — Pride Month: the highlight of the year, with Pride marches in many towns and cities.
- 23 September — Bisexuality Day: raising the profile of bi and pan people.
- 11 October — Coming Out Day: support for those who are coming out.
- 20 November — Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR): a tribute to the victims of transphobia.
- 1 December — World AIDS Day: remembrance and prevention.
Pride Month: June
June is Pride Month. Across France, Pride marches (or Prides) take place one after another, from late spring through to summer, in both large and smaller towns. In Paris, the Pride March is traditionally one of the largest gatherings, preceded by a Pride Fortnight featuring parties, debates, film screenings and community events.
The exact dates vary from year to year and from city to city: check the calendar to find out about upcoming Pride events and related activities in your area.
Pride events by city
Beyond Paris, many cities organise their own Pride parades and dedicated programmes of events. Find LGBT events near you:
All year round: parties, events and top tips
The LGBT calendar isn’t limited to major dates. All year round, parties, drag shows, community events and social gatherings bring cities to life. The Agenda LGBT calendar lists these events continuously, city by city, so you don’t miss a thing near you.
Submit an event
Are you organising a party, a march, or a community or cultural event? Submit your event: it can be added to the calendar and seen by the whole community.
Page edited by Agenda LGBT. Fixed dates are provided as a guide; Pride March dates vary each year — please refer to the calendar and the organisers for up-to-date information.
FAQ
What are the key LGBT dates of the year?
Among the main ones are: 31 March (Trans Day of Visibility), 17 May (the fight against homophobia and transphobia), Pride Month in June, 11 October (Coming Out Day) and 20 November (Trans Day of Remembrance).
When is Pride Month?
Pride Month takes place in June, with Pride parades held in many towns and cities. The exact dates vary each year: check the calendar for your town or city.
Where can I find the upcoming LGBT events?
In the LGBT calendar, which is continuously updated and organised by city.
