PHOTOS: San Francisco Pride was a rallying cry for battles (and bacchanalia) ahead

Over the weekend, the Bay Area’s queer community and their allies hit the streets to celebrate San Francisco Pride. After a year mired in drag bans and anti-trans legislation, it was more important than ever that this haven of homonormativity let its rainbow flag fly.

This notion was encapsulated by the theme of this year’s SF Pride, “Looking Back Moving Forward.” As a commemoration of the iconic Stonewall Riots, this homo-holiday honored our collective queer past, while also serving as a rallying cry for both the battles and bacchanalia ahead of us in the coming year. For those who missed this year’s San Francisco Pride, we’ve snatched some of our favorite moments, so you can look back on the weekend for yourself.

In 1970, the city of San Francisco wanted to honor the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Riots with the first Gay Liberation Protest March. While in the same year, SF’s SoCal cousin Los Angeles held its first Pride Parade, by contrast, the People’s March reflected the more politically conscious nature of its queer culture. This year’s People’s March continues this tradition to this day, following its original route.

This year’s People’s March, championing not only LGBTQ+ issues but also abortion access with this “We Demand Reproductive Justice Now” banner. After the Supreme Court’s overreach against Roe v. Wade, America needs queer activists on the frontlines of multiple legal fights.

The Dyke March reminds us it’s not truly Pride without Dykes on Bikes.

SF Leather Alliance showcased one of the many niches of SF’s diverse queer community.

Pride is for San Franciscans of all ages and identities.

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This homage to Mondrian brought art to life.

This group shot on San Francisco’s iconic Mission Street serves as a cross-section of the city’s diverse queer culture, featuring members of the pup, drag, and vinyl communities.

The iconic drag diva Juanita More presides over her titular block party.

John Pacheco (right), aka Dare of the queer Burning Man camp Glamcocks, with friends.

These gays are throwing some serious shade.

All eyes are on you, baby!