As WorldPride begins in D.C., Loudoun's wine community kicks off Pride Month early with a bang! New this year is the inaugural event, which will be on May 17 at Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery. This celebration invites visitors to raise a glass to love, inclusion and world-class wine as a warm up to the annual Pride in the Vines - a passport program specific to Loudoun wineries and organized by the Loudoun Wineries & Winegrowers Association. Participate in this program from May 15 to June 30; enjoy discounted wine tastings from more than a dozen wineries while collecting stamps for a chance to win special prizes such as private tastings, vineyard tours and event tickets.
The festivities continue all month long with drag brunches and the Loudoun Pride Festival on May 31 at Ida Lee Park in Leesburg. Organized by Equality Loudoun - now celebrating its 21st anniversary - the festival has garnered more than 5,000 attendees and has featured more than 150 local businesses in previous years. Highlights include a craft beverage garden, international cuisine, handmade crafts and a variety of Pride-themed merchandise. There will be a number of live musical performances from local solo artists and groups to keep you on your feet and a kids zone complete with inflatable obstacle courses, face painting, balloon art and more.
We can't wait to see you at Pride!
