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Explore Alexandria During WorldPride 2025

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Located on the Potomac River within eyesight of Washington, D.C, Alexandria, Virginia, welcomes LGBTQ+ couples, families and friends to stay in and explore our city during WorldPride 2025, May 17 to June 8, 2025, and beyond.

Named one of Travel + Leisure’s Best Cities in the U.S. 2024 and given a perfect score for LGBTQ+ equality by the Human Rights Campaign Municipal Equality Index for five years in a row, Alexandria is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved architecture—a perfect backdrop for hundreds of independent restaurants and boutiques, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and a welcoming, walkable getaway.

Connect to D.C. via Metro, water taxi, Uber/Lyft, bikeshare and more.

Welcome to Alexandria!

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“Welcome to Alexandria, Virginia! Since moving here, my husband and I have been embraced by this warm and welcoming community. And it’s no wonder – Alexandria has received a 100% score from the Human Rights Coalition on LGBTQ+ equality for five consecutive years. We can’t wait to welcome the attendees of WorldPride 2025 in Alexandria, just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Happy Pride!”

– Todd O’Leary (right), President & CEO of Visit Alexandria

WorldPride 2025 Resources

Guide to WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C.

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LGBTQ-Friendly Alexandria

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Passport Magazine: Stay and Play in Alexandria

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Perfect Score from the Human Rights Campaign

LGBTQ+ History in Alexandria

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“All of my restaurants are deeply rooted in their respective communities, and Hank’s Oyster Bar in Alexandria’s Old Town North neighborhood is no exception. I’m proud to have been honored for outstanding practices in advancing LGBTQ leadership and equality throughout my career and am happy that Alexandria has embraced our mission as well as our menu!”

—Jamie Leeds, Founder, Jamie Leeds Restaurant Group

WorldPride Hotel Packages

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Allies of Alexandria Hotel Package at Hotel Heron

669 Prince Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314
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Celebrate with Pride at Hotel AKA Alexandria

625 First Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314
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World Pride at Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

116 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314
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World Pride at The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

480 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314
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Pride Month Events in Alexandria

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City of Alexandria LGBTQ+ Taskforce

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Queens on King Street

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Safe Space NOVA

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NOVA PRIDE

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Getting To & Around Alexandria

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Alexandria Hotels

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Top 18 Things to Do in Old Town Alexandria

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