{"id":159739,"date":"2025-08-20T00:30:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T00:30:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/159739\/"},"modified":"2025-08-20T00:30:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T00:30:10","slug":"2025-dtla-proud-lgbtq-festivals-10th-anniversary-will-feature-latin-flair-sunday-in-downtown-los-angeles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/159739\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 DTLA Proud: LGBTQ+ festival&#8217;s 10th anniversary will feature Latin flair Sunday in Downtown Los Angeles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC \">DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (KABC) &#8212; Expect a colorful spectacle of pageantry and fun as <strong class=\"vtkaO \"><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dtlaproud.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">DTLA Proud<\/a><\/strong> marks its 10th anniversary this weekend.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">This year&#8217;s festival will bring three unforgettable events to the Olvera Street Southside Plaza on Sunday, Aug. 24.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">The one-day event, celebrating inclusion and representation, includes a free family day from 12-6 p.m. at the iconic Placita Olvera Gazebo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Executive director and founder Oliver Alpuche said this year&#8217;s festival will highlight Latin excellence, with a lineup of diverse acts and performers on the Latin Stage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">&#8220;What DTLA Proud wants to bring to the table is a place where you could see yourself on the main stage, where you could see yourself in the audience,&#8221; Alpuche said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Attendees can also enjoy carnival games, face painting and a variety of free resource booths to learn about support available for LGBTQ+ families, youth and allies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">In the heart of Southside Plaza, a 21-and-up DTLA Proud Block Party and Marketplace will happen from 12-8 p.m., featuring more than 20 queer and drag artists.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">&#8220;DTLA Proud is going to look a little different this year,&#8221; Alpuche said. &#8220;We want to bring everyone together in one day, (and) it&#8217;ll just be a fun time to really connect with the community and showcase the talent that is in downtown.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">The block party and this year&#8217;s SUMMERTRAMP party <strong class=\"vtkaO \"><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/sickening.events\/e\/dtlaproud-10yr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">require a ticket, available now online<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Live DJs will spin beats at the Block Party, while more than 50 vendors invite you to enjoy one-of-a-kind art, fashion and collectables.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">In the Rainbow District Bar Hub, revelers will also find signature cocktails and good vibes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">At La Plaza de Cultura y Artes, SUMMERTRAMP will invite visitors to a celebration of identity and expression.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">The event encourages everyone to get immersed in dazzling pool parties, art installations and surprise pop-up experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">SUMMERTRAMP is open to visitors ages 21 and up.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Proceeds from both ticketed events support LGBTQ+ initiatives in downtown Los Angeles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">The festival is located at 535 N Main St., in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC eTIW sUzSN \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">More Local Events: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/abc7.com\/community-calendar\/47242\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ABC7 In Your Community<\/a><\/strong> | <strong class=\"vtkaO \"><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/abc7.com\/community\/submitevent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Submit Your Event to ABC7<\/a><\/strong><br class=\" \"\/><\/p>\n<p>Copyright \u00a9 2025 KABC Television, LLC. 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