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Through its years, New York has played host to a number of key events in LGBT history. From the Stonewall Riots of 1969 to the introduction of the Marriage Equality Act, New York City has always sat at the forefront of pride and progress. The city's thriving LGBT community maintains a number of bars, events, celebrations, and gay clubs in New York. With the entire city as your playground, you can be sure to expect a memorable vacation.
Hotel Wales prides itself as one of the best gay-friendly hotels New York has to offer. Along with amazing accommodations and delectable dining, guests can enjoy a stunning neighborhood near a number of events, gay clubs, and gay bars in New York. As one of the top hotels near NYC Pride Week events, we're at the heart of one of the world's most extraordinary celebrations. Read our travel guide to the best LGBT attractions in the city, and discover your next adventure.
Pride 2019
Guests of Hotel Wales will delight in the annual celebration of equality at 2019 Pride Week in New York City. On the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, the 2019 NYC Pride celebration will be larger than life with the addition of the WorldPride opening and closing ceremonies. From concerts and rooftop parties to the big March, there is so much to do during Pride month.
Pride Month
New York City is home to the largest Pride celebration in the world, and will span the entire month of June in 2019.
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WorldPride Opening Ceremony
Join us for our WorldPride 2019 opening ceremony and celebrate NYC Pride! Stay tuned for additional details as we approach 2019.
Read More Stonewall 50 Commemoration
Commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising during the 2019 Pride Month.
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Pride Island
Join in on the Pride Month fun at the legendary Pride Island festival on June 29 and 30.
Read More Youth Pride 2019
A fun, interactive experience for teens and families, the Youth Pride event offers a safe space for young people to celebrate Pride in NYC.
Read More WorldPride Closing Ceremony
Mark your calendars for June 30, 2019 as NYC Pride welcomes all to a final celebration of pride from 7-10pm in NYC’s iconic Times Square.
Read More NYC Pride March
The Pride March celebrates the LGBTQ community. Don’t miss this incredible event!
Read MoreNightlife
Our gay-friendly hotel in New York offers premier access to a number of establishments to enjoy on your nights out. Find our favorites below:
A lively 1970's-themed bar with live music, go-go dancers and more. This "hole-in-the-wall" with karaoke might just be your next favorite bar on the Upper East Side. A sprawling space with a long concrete bar and a sizeable dance floor, this Midtown establishment hosts a bustling, hip crowd every weekend. Head over to Hell’s Kitchen for an exciting night. The site of the 1969 Stonewall Riots, this longstanding temple of LGBT history is a standard stop on any bar-hopping evening in the West Village. Music and libations fill both floors, while you can enjoy a number of events throughout the week, from drag shows to bingo. Located around the corner from the hotel, The Toolbox is the premier gay club in the Upper East Side. This historic watering hole offers a charming dive atmosphere with billiards, music, and a calendar of events.Place Name Address Phone Distance Show on map 1629 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028 (212) 300-4132 0.78 1452 2nd Ave New York, NY 10021 (212) 327-3043 1.25 355 W 52nd Street New York, NY 10019 (646) 476-2747 2.57 53 Christopher Street New York, NY 10014 (212) 488-2705 4.6 1742 2nd Avenue New York, NY 10128 (212) 348-1288 0.47
Phone: (212) 876-6000