Parades and Festivals to Catch This Pride Month

June is here and it means only one thing, its PRIDE MONTH! And we all know what comes with Pride Month, tons and tons of colorful festivals, awesome parades and epic parties to take part. We have compiled a list of some of the best parades and festivals you can catch this Pride Month.


NYC Pride March

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Every year in New York, the much popular NYC Pride March features close to over one hundred various social, cultural, athletic and political events and festivities which are coordinated by various community organizations and groups. All these events are hosted at various parts of the city and include various presentations like the choral concerts, dances, workshops, picnics, religious services, plays and film screenings. No wonder, New York for years has remained one of the best places to discover lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender culture any time of year. This amazing festival is sure to bring the five boroughs come alive and together that bring this energetic community's heritage to the spotlight.

San Francisco Pride

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The 2016 San Francisco Pride Parade will be held on Sunday, June 26 when the art will meet politics in a fleet of floats, vehicles, and marchers. And all this will happen along the famous Market Street, one the nation’s largest venues for hosting popular events. This renowned parade of San Francisco is the amalgamation of a month of Pride-themed events and festivities held within the city. This concludes with an all-out celebration for Pride with the Pride Festival at Civic Center Plaza.

Chicago Pride Parade

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The Chicago LGBTQ community is all set to host its two amazing events on two consecutive weekends in the summer; Chicago Pride Festival (June 18-19, 2016) and Chicago Pride Parade (June 26, 2016). The much celebrated Chicago Pride Parade will be a summertime staple that will celebrate a monumental 46th annual event this year. Alike every year, the various parade entries along with the different organizations supporting Pride Month events, have the prerogative of using an international theme and this year's international theme is ‘Solidarity Through Pride.’


Pride Houston

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The Houston Gay Pride Parade is one of the major celebrations of Gay Pride Festival held annually. The festival marks the celebration for LGBT community and their allies. The festivities will be held on 26th June and the highlight of the event is the parade, which is held in the evening after sunset. With the event being hosted after dark, the various establishments are creatively illuminated to make them look attractive. The Houston Gay Pride Parade is currently the most attended and major gay pride event in the Southwestern region of the United States.

Stillwater Best Festivals

Come and explore Stillwater, a scenic holiday destination located on the beautiful St. Croix River! Shopping, dining and entertainment are no doubt yours inside this appealing river town where time stands still in the valley. And something that drives people crazy to visit this incredible place is its fabulous share of events and festivals that assure a memorable time. No doubt whatever be the reason, most of the festivals and events have become quite popular among tourists and expats. Check out the popular festivals of Stillwater that await your visit!

Rivertown Art Festival, June 4 - June 5, 2016

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Artists from all corners of the world crave to attend this kick-off event of Stillwater, Art Festival Season! The event features beautiful paintings, masterpiece photography, jewelry, metal work, pottery fiber and every other art form that can catch attention of the visitors. While in the city to be a part of the event, do remember to stop into the market area and find some tasty local foods, clothing and other specialties.

Rivertown Days Festival, July 15 - July 17, 2016

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The yearly city-wide festival plays a great host to unlimited entertainment, fireworks, carnival, food and utmost fun on the astonishing Mississippi riverfront. This two-day long event even features an Arts & Crafts Fair on the grounds of the LeDuc Historic Estate, Fun Run & Sports Tournaments across several venues spread throughout the city and a Sunday afternoon parade. While all the music stage entertainment is held on Friday and Saturday nights at Jaycee Park.

Fall Colors Fine Art & Music Festival, October 1 - October 2, 2016

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Yet another cultural festival of Stillwater that is well worth a visit is the renowned Fall Colors Fine Art & Music Festival that is known for featuring handcrafted works of art from the Upper Midwest’s most skilled and talented artisans. You will be more than excited to visit this festival once you get to know that every item sold here is one-of-its kind, an original and handmade piece by a local artist. Enjoy live music and food vendors while wandering.

Cruisin' On The Croix - Hot Rod & Vintage Car Show, June 8 - September 7, 2016

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Nothing can ever beat a fun-filled summer evening well spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Walk through the knotty rows of vintage cars and grab a bite to eat some scrumptious food while you enjoy the live outdoor music. The best thing, the entire event is free and it even features family-friendly events on select Wednesdays during June, July and August. The venue for the show will be downtown along the shimmering St. Croix River.

Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival 2016

This season vacationers will have the prerogative to indulge in the euphonious mist of music and dance at top-notch Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival 2016 in New York. If you are soon planning a holiday to the gorgeous destination, why not include this high-end event in your travel itinerary. No wonder, this 4-day event will give you immense opportunities to immerse in the musical celebration in Brooklyn.

The musical heartbeat Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival will turn New York into a music freak city from July 13th to 16th 2016. Fly down to the city to plunge into the colorful and vibrant season with a blend of innovation and craziness of music and dance lovers from various corners of the world.

What all is there for you?

Three homegrown outer-borough talents — the rappers Nas, Fabolous and Talib Kweli — will headline the 12th annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, which will take place on July 13-16. This exciting four-day carnival will feature a wide assortment of music, dance, films and photography sessions along with a plethora of debates and panel discussions. The most important event will feature the three rappers as well as Rapsody and the D.J. Rob Swift and will be held on July 16th in the Brooklyn Bridge Plaza. The BHF 2016 alike every year will reflect the Hip-Hop culture, which spans music, film, academics, grassroots empowerment.

 The Line Up
July 13th (Hip-Hop Institute)

A daylong conference featuring various lectures, panel discussions and workshops dedicated to the research on issues related to entrepreneurship and criminal injustice.

July 14th (Dummy Clap Film Festival)
Screenings of documentaries, shorts and old school films to promote the budding talent of various regions along with introduction of Master Classes.

July 15th (Juice Hip Hop Exhibition)
Performance of dancers, beat makers, sneaker-heads, deejays and visual/graffiti artists in order to showcase their skills.

July 16th (The Big Show)
The year’s top performances will feature Nas, Fabolous, Rapsody, Talib Kweli, DJ Rob Swift, and many more.

More Information
This annual event produced by Brooklyn Bodega, Inc. in collaboration with the Bodega Agency gives fans four days of every essential element of entertainment including beats, rhymes, film, photography, DJs, b-boys and b-girls, food and fashion. This year’s house DJ for the event will be Rob Swift, who will perform with Uncle Ralph McDaniels (co-creator of Video Music Box) and Torae. The hip-hop festival was initially founded by Wes Jackson and has featured celebrities like Common, Q-Tip, Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar.

Tickets
Tickets are available at the official website of the company, http://www.bkhiphopfestival.com
Note* - All ticket purchases are final - NO REFUNDS

Euro 2016 - Just a Month Away! Have You Booked Your Hotels?

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Before heading for UEFA Euro 2016, it is important to clear out the different stadiums where the championship will be held and where you should stay and book hotels to save both, time and money. The Euro 2016 will be held in France from 10th June to 10th July and ten different arenas – Bordeaux, Lens, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Paris, Saint-Denis, Saint-Etienne and Toulouse – have been finalized where the matches will be played.

While attending the matches, it is always better to stay close to the stadium so that you do not have to travel a lot. The ultimate purpose behind this is to spend maximum time on spot with the fans and your competitors, of course. So, here are some great hotels close to the stadiums.

Bordeaux
Stadium: Stade Matmut Atlantique de Bordeaux
In the very popular stadium of Bordeaux, many important matches are scheduled to be played. The city features a significantly increasing number of decent places to stay both, budget and luxury. Try out the L'Hotel Avant-Scene, a centrally located Bordeaux mid-budget accommodation option or go for a larger choice, Hotel Le Continental. There are enough accommodation in Bordeaux, available within a 5 minute walk to the stadium or more in the city.

Paris
Stadium: Parc des Princes
The location of this stadium is idyllic if you wish to get in to the city when it’s not game time. The city has no dearth of options and there is something for every taste and budget. It is best to go for an accommodation options that is just a short taxi ride to each stadium and famous sights of Paris. Molitor Paris by M Gallery hotel is a perfect option as even the central Paris from here is just a Metro ride away.

Lyon
Stadium: Parc Olympique Lyonnais
From Lyon, visitors can easily reach the official stadium within minutes as the stadium is centrally located. There are a lot of accommodation options between the two arenas, but it is always recommended to stay in Lyon for a bigger city and more number of sightseeing options. Holiday Inn Lyon Vaise is a popular recommendation as it is located next to the Motorway A6. Some other options include Lyon Marriott Cite and Mercure Lyon Charpennes.

Lille
Stadium: Stade Pierre-Mauroy
Though the matched will be held in the town Lens, it is still suggested that you stay in Lille which is a slightly bigger city and just 30-min drive away from Lens. You may look for bookings in The Novotel Lille Centre Grand Place which is a 4-star hotel located in the center of Lille. The property is quite close to The Grand Place, the old town and the Museum of Fine Arts. Some other options worth checking out are Grand Hotel Bellevue and Pentahotel Bruxelles Airport.

Nice
Stadium: Allianz Riviera
Particularly in the Nice region, you are sure to find smallest arena that is hosting the UEFA European Championship 2016. Within the close proximity of the stadium, you will find enough accommodation options and many others in the center of the city too. The 120-room Hotel Nice Riviera is a great deal offering complimentary breakfast and a quick access to the beach, stadium and town. Some luxury options include Chateau Le Cagnard, Hotel Massena Nice and Hotel Nice Excelsior.