When Is Pride Month? Origins And Traditions Explained

June marks Pride Month, where millions will gather at marches and carnivals in cities across the globe to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and the impact that these communities have had nationally and internationally. From New York to Cape Town to Tel Aviv, the celebrations are held all over the world. The rainbow flag, the main symbol of Pride, is flown to celebrate the diversity of the movement and to reflect the spectrum of gender and sexuality. Here’s what you should know about Pride celebrations and traditions.