Celebration Archives - WorldPride Washington, DC 2025

Welcome Concert

WorldPride 2025 will kick off the Welcome Ceremony at Nationals Park with remarks from key dignitaries and the welcoming of the Capital Cup athletes. The memorable celebration will showcase the rich history and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community in Washington, DC and around the globe. WorldPride 2025, will also mark the 50th anniversary of the city’s Pride celebrations concurrently with WorldPride, May 17 – June 8, 2025.

Global superstar Shakira will bring her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, produced by LiveNation, to Washington, DC as the official headliner for WorldPride DC 2025’s Welcome Concert on Saturday, May 31 at Nationals Park.

Known for her dynamic and high-energy performances, Shakira will bring tracks from her new album and her legendary catalog of hits to life on stage. This tour marks her first since 2018’s El Dorado World Tour that took her across the globe.

TICKETS: Fans can register for an Artist Presale now through Tuesday, October 22 at 11:59pm ET at Shakira.com for access to tickets. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning on Friday, October 25 at 12 Noon local time. Ticket information is available on nats.com/Shakira.

VIP: Fans can also purchase VIP Packages and experiences to take their concert and WorldPride experience to the next level. Packages may include premium tickets, a meet & greet and photo op with Shakira, an autographed item, access to the pre-show VIP lounge, an exclusive VIP merch item & more. VIP package contents vary based on the offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

Music Festival: Global Dance Party

in Celebration, Marquee Partner Event

For the first and only time in history, the largest LGBTQ+ celebration comes to DC on the 50th Anniversary of Capital Pride. Get ready for the ultimate global dance party!

This unique 2-day music festival spans 3 STAGES with diverse mind-blowing talent, cutting-edge art and immersive experiences like no other. Whether you like House, Pop, Drag, Circuit or Techno, we will have a stage for you! Presented by Jake Resnicow’s Dreamland – the same team that brought you the historic WorldPride Event at the Javits Center in New York City in 2019 – with Production by Insomniac Events and Club Glow.

WorldPride Closing Ceremony & Concert

in Celebration, Marquee Event

An extraordinary week deserves an epic closing ceremony! WorldPride will conclude with an epic Closing Ceremony, featuring incredible entertainment and performances by a variety of notable artists. The evening will highlight a montage of the week’s past events and an interactive art installation for attendees to leave their mark. The public will also witness the passing of the torch to the next WorldPride host destination.

WorldPride Street Festival & Concert

in Celebration, Marquee Event

Already one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in the world, the Capital Pride Festival and Concert will extend to two days during WorldPride Weekend. The Festival features hundreds of tented exhibitors including LGBTQ+ organizations, artisans, food and beverage gardens. Also offered at no cost to participants will be multiple stages and dance parties, featuring multicultural and multi-lingual performances, local talent, national and international headliners.

WorldPride Parade

in Celebration, Marquee Event

Presented by

Join us for a Parade on one of the most iconic avenues in the World. Starting in the vibrant Logan Circle neighborhood and winding its way down 14th Street, the parade transforms Pennsylvania Avenue into a colorful corridor of joy, with the iconic U.S. Capitol as a stunning backdrop. Featuring ornate floats, grand marshals, and a vast array of groups representing the LGBTQ+ community.