Celebrating “Queer Joy is Resistance”
Thank you to everyone for celebrating Pride 2025 through dance! If you were unable to join us, here are some sights, sounds and reflections from the day.
In June 2025, Rhythm & Motion and Dancers' Group partnered to highlight the parade's theme, "Queer Joy is Resistance,” and express the undiminished spirit of San Francisco as a global leader in the fight for LGBTQ+ liberation and fundamental human rights. Guided by deep respect, shared purpose and solidarity, our contingent was more than a performance - it was an expression of unity, visibility, courageous joy and pride.
The contingent of 192 dancers and volunteers, ranging in age from 11-70+ and who identify as LGBTQ+, parents of queer and trans kids, allies and advocates, came together to demonstrate this theme through the power and joy of dance.
We’re Gonna Keep on Dancin’
From our breathtaking step-off onto the route, to singing "Pink Pony Club" for the live broadcast (when the generator died and the music cut out), and our grand finale at the grandstands and judges, relive some of the parade moments with these videos from our social media and the ABC7 live broadcast.
LETTER FROM DIRECTOR OF RHYTHM & MOTION- DUDLEY FLORES
“At the grandstands, with our award ribbon in hand, I stood on the truck watching the group - eyes swelling from tears in awe of the beauty, the grit, the generosity…it was real, alive and full of heart.
The judges saw it.
Everyone saw it.
This is what community looks like. This is what joy looks like. Joy that refuses to quit. Joy that dances through challenges. Joy that uplifts others. Joy that shows up when it is most needed.”
Absolutely Fabulous Musical Contingent
Congratulations to all of the dancers and volunteers for being awarded one of the coveted Pride Parade award ribbons - “Absolutely Joyful Musical Contingent” out of 205 parade contingents! This honor celebrates all the heart, joy, dancing, and yes, fabulous singing, that every single one of you brought to the streets. It was a true team effort!!
COMMUNITY AGREEMENT
Pride is more than just a parade and festival; it’s a powerful statement of visibility, allyship and affirmation for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities worldwide. The Dance with Pride journey will serve as a space where celebration and advocacy intertwine - where we not only come together to express ourselves through music and dance, but also commit to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and understanding.
See more stunning Dance with Pride photos by photographer Frank Spada HERE.
