LA Pride 2026: Jeff Hiller and Mia Yamamoto to Lead 56th Annual Parade

Mia Yamamoto, Community Grand Marshall

Christopher Street West (CSW) has announced the theme for the 56th Annual LA Pride Parade: “Rise with Pride.” 

The iconic celebration returns to Hollywood on Sunday, June 14, 2026, featuring the free, public Pride Village on Hollywood Boulevard.

2026 Grand Marshals

  • Celebrity: Emmy-winner Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere), actor, comedian, and author.

  • Community: Mia Yamamoto, trailblazing transgender criminal defense attorney and civil rights activist.

  • Legacy: The late Shirley Raines (1967–2026), CNN Hero and founder of Beauty 2 the Streetz, honored for her radical compassion on Skid Row.

Event Highlights

  • The Parade: Kicks off at 10:00 AM at Sunset Blvd and Highland Ave.

  • Pride Village: A free street festival between Vine and Gower Streets featuring local vendors, nonprofits, and live performances.

  • The Mission: Board President Lawrence Carroll emphasizes that LA Pride is “rooted in service,” shifting from a single day to a year-round movement of advocacy and accessibility.

Pride 365 Calendar

Beyond June, CSW’s year-round programming includes:

  • March 29: Trans Self-Care Sunday

  • May 2: Countdown to Pride Fundraiser

  • June 28: Christopher Street West Day (Official LA County Proclamation)

For more information, visit lapride.org and follow @lapride.

 

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