7 Blocks of Pride

This year, in honor of the Parade’s 10th anniversary, we’re taking a vibrant “throwback through time,” celebrating the past, present, and future of culture, creativity, and inclusion. With themes ranging from "Commemorate" to "Future-Forward Tech," each block brings its own era, energy, and engagement.   

Block Themes:

1. Block 1 (E 24th - 23rd): Celebrate

   • Performer: Omnium Circus

     • Audio Description: Live

   • Performer: Epic Players

     • Lyrics: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-ShJQpMF20Y7QOz9Dn92b4X1SPSTgikvmMcGzNpupME/edit?usp=sharing

2. Block 2 (E 23rd - 22nd): Commemorate

3. Block 3 (E 22nd - 21st): Glitter, Games, and Groove (1970s)

   • Performer: ALEX THE MEH

     • Lyrics: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SDeLSNJTVAJ-0_dAhTNGEgbWK1A00xHLmIMrznYPpqk/edit?usp=sharing

4. Block 4 (E 21st - 19th): Punk, Paint, and Possibility (1980s)

   • Performer: Leslie Taub, Heidi Latsky Dance

     • Audio Description: https://vimeo.com/1030465360

5. Block 5 (E 19th - 18th): Streets, Sports, and Spoken Word (1990s)

   • Performers: Kimberley Mimi Sue and Melody Oramas

     • Lyrics: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q3SBmgfBC3OfMpqiYo0k7IKU1CAIc4cWKqWtdp6kHuw/edit?usp=sharing

6. Block 6 (E 18th - 17th): Future Forward -> Tech, Tactile, and Time Capsules (2010s–Beyond)

   • Display: ReelAbilities

7. Block 7 (Union Square Park/ E 16th): Advocate