LA Pride 2008 June 6, 2008

The diversity and pride of the dynamic gay and lesbian population in Los Angeles will once again be celebrated during the 38th annual Los Angeles Lesbian, Gay, Bi, and Transgender PRIDE celebration, including the Festival and Parade from June 6 through 8 in the City of West Hollywood.

Produced by Christopher Street West (a non-profit organization), the annual three-day LA PRIDE is one of the largest Pride Celebrations in the United States for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community. LA PRIDE 2008 will feature booths, food, exhibits, dance pavilions, and live entertainment.

Celebrating the culmination of its three-year theme, "Our Agenda: Love. Equality. PRIDE.", LA PRIDE 2008's message is about taking pride in who you are, your family, your community, and the world around you.

On Friday, an After Party will follow the annual Friday night Dyke March and Rally. With over 25,000 attendees last year, the ever popular Carnal Carnival returns this year.

The LA PRIDE festival will take place in West Hollywood Park near Santa Monica Blvd. and San Vicente Blvd.

Saturday, June 7 12:00 Noon - 12:00 Midnight
Sunday. June 8 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Featuring entertainment, over 200 exhibitors, food and drink, and numerous pavilions with music, dance venues, and activities for all ages and interests. Entertainment includes some of our community's favorites, while introducing new acts and bands. This is one of the largest gatherings of local LGBT community groups, social organizations, artisans and specialized businesses in the Greater Los Angeles Area.

FESTIVAL ADMISSION
Admission tickets are available in advance for $15 and at the gate for $20. Children under the age of 12 are admitted free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Discounted tickets for people with disabilities and people under 18 or over 65 are available in advance at the Christopher Street West office, 323/969-8302, or on the day of the event at the special ticket sales window (ID will be required).

Festival entrance and ticket sales are located at San Vicente Blvd. at Santa Monica, and San Vicente Blvd. at Melrose Ave.

Headliners: Joss Stone & Olivia Newton John

Official Website: http://www.lapride.org/