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Photos: Denver Comes Out for PrideFest

By Kristen Fiore

Jun 29, 2025

The festivities continue Sunday, starting with the Vizzy Denver Parade at 9:30 a.m.

Bill Moyers Legacy Includes '90s Colorado Documentary

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 28, 2025

When Colorado was dubbed the "Hate State," the TV journalist dug into the constitutional amendment to prevent anti-discrimination laws protecting gays and lesbians.

Denver's first Pride Marriage Marathon event on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Dozens of Couples Tie the Knot During Denver's First Pride Marriage Marathon

By Hannah Metzger

Jun 27, 2025

"Love wins, no matter who you love," says Denver Clerk Paul López.

Parasol Patrol volunteers at Loveland Pride

Parasol Patrol Will Shield Children From Hateful Protesters at Denver Pride

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 27, 2025

The volunteer group uses rainbow umbrellas and noise-cancelling headphones to protect young people from hateful protesters.

Christian Summer Camp Ends Lawsuit Over Colorado Gender Policy...After Learning It Never Applied

By Hannah Metzger

Jun 26, 2025

State officials say Camp IdRaHaJe was never under a threat of closure, despite the camp's claims of an imminent shutdown.

People sit in front of a disco ball mural

Fighting Fire With Ire: Lesbian Band the Dead Sinatras Used Music as Activism

By Kristen Fiore

Jun 18, 2025

Legendary lesbian band the Dead Sinatras puts its best boots forward to kick LGBTQ+ artists into musical activism.

How Bren Bigelow Fosters Queer Joy Through Pole Dancing

By Sara Rosenthal

Jun 17, 2025

Pole in the Pearl is a queer-friendly, trans-run pole-dancing event held every third Saturday of the month at The Pearl.

Was Lafayette's Drag Queen Story Time Canceled Over a One-Person Protest?

By Hannah Metzger

Jun 17, 2025

Short answer: No. Long answer: Of course not.

People sit around a table working together to assemble Kynd Kits.

Drag Bingo Meets Volunteer Power in Project Helping Pride Event

By Toni Tresca

Jun 12, 2025

Celebrate Pride with drag bingo, Jell-O shots and direct action by making a Kynd Kit at Hamburger Mary’s on June 15.

Now More Than Ever, We Must Stand Together at Pride

By Kim Salvaggio

Jun 7, 2025

"Here’s what we can’t afford: division. Not now. Not when LGBTQ+ people — especially our trans youth — are under direct attack across the country."

Denver Now One of Two Cities in the Running to Host 2030 Gay Games, Community Event in July

By Teague Bohlen

Jun 6, 2025

"The times we're living through right now are the best reason why we should be hosting the Gay Games."

people celebrating the annual Denver PrideFest

Ditch Rainbow Capitalism: Fifteen Alternatives to Corporate Denver Pride

By Toni Tresca

Jun 3, 2025

With corporate sponsors pulling back and the spirit of resistance fading from Civic Center Park, here are fifteen events where Pride still feels authentic.

A Place of One's Own: These Queer-Owned Businesses Take Pride in Serving the Community

By Helen Xu

Jun 3, 2025

“Even in this blue state of ours, there’s just a palpable amount of hate that’s out there…it’s just, it’s terrifying, you know?”

This DIY Music Festival Is Creating Community Through Shared Anger

By Justin Criado

May 29, 2025

Formerly called the Underground Pride Festival, the event's name has changed to Underground Wrath in response to the Trump administration's policies around marginalized groups.

Colorado Passes Laws on Gun Control, Abortion Access, Trans Rights in 2025

By Hannah Metzger

May 8, 2025

From AR-15s to misgendering to a bill that has Uber threatening to leave the state, here's what you should know.

Coloradans Debate Trans Youth Rights as Legislature Considers Bill

By Hannah Metzger

May 2, 2025

Conservative parents of transgender children spoke against House Bill 25-1312, while LGBTQ allies pushed back.

Kent Monkman Reverses the Gaze in New Denver Art Museum Exhibit

By Kristen Fiore

Apr 19, 2025

You'll be wiping tears from your eyes after viewing one painting, only to turn around and burst out laughing at another.

Colorado Advances LGBTQ Protections Amid Federal Attacks

By Hannah Metzger

Apr 9, 2025

State legislators are pursuing a wave of bills aiming to strengthen LGBTQ rights in Colorado. Here's where they stand.

A person poses with green smoke around them.

Stoned Twelfth Night Brings Queer Joy and Cannabis to Shakespeare

By Toni Tresca

Apr 3, 2025

Bowls with the Bard’s latest high concept? A stoned, gay take on Shakespeare's funniest love story at the Coffee Joint.

Transgender flag held up during protest.

Colorado Passes Law to Recognize Transgender, Nonbinary Identities on Death Certificates

By Hannah Metzger

Mar 27, 2025

“This is about respect, dignity, and ensuring that every person’s identity is honored. No exceptions."

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From Court to Courage: A Trans Athlete's Journey to Authenticity

Denver LGBTQ+ Artists to Stream All Year Long

LGBTQ+

From Court to Courage: A Trans Athlete's Journey to Authenticity

Denver LGBTQ+ Artists to Stream All Year Long

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