Growing List Of Postponed LGBT Pride Festivals Over Coronavirus Concerns

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03/15/2020

At least three cities have postponed events related to LGBT Pride celebrations due to concerns over the virus sweeping over the globe. The cancellations come just days after a global pandemic was declared. Christopher Street West (CSW), which organizes Los Angeles’ annual parade and festival, said in a tweet that it was postponing all events related to LA Pride. “Due to the concerns of COVID-19, CSW will postpone all events related to the 50th Anniversary of LA Pride that were scheduled for June 2020,” organizers said in a tweet. “Organizers are assessing the situation. More information to be provided around the postponement as details become available.”

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