Atlanta Pride Festival and Parade 2012

Photos from the 2012 Pride Parade

Photo credit: Eric Cash

By CL Events Staff Monday October 15, 2012 02:32 PM EDT

Thousands of people lined the streets of Midtown on Sunday for the 2012 edition of Atlanta's annual Pride parade. Grand Marshals for the parade included a majority gay women's fraternity, Blondie from the Clermont Lounge, and the "the Infamous Camp Drag Queens of the South," the Armorettes. Those marching in the parade and spectators alike brought out rainbow flags and wild attire, all in the sake of pride. Any protest was drowned out by the waves upon waves of support for the gay community in Atlanta.

All photos by Eric Cash

A man in a leather doberman mask marches during Pride 2012.

Members of the Las Margaritas float pose for a photo.

One of the Armorettes, "the Infamous Camp Drag Queens of the South," marches down Peachtree Street.

An Armorette

A young boy silently protests the parade while the Fenux Magazine float moves along the parade route.

A father shows his support for his gay daughter.

A group marching with the Gay-Straight Alliance

A couple gently holds hands during the parade.

Baton Bob gives a high-five to boy who ran into the parade to greet him.

Two men drop to the ground at the end of their vogue dance routine.

Members of the My Sister's Room float dance to "Crank That Yank."

Members of Georgia Tech's Pride Alliance march during the parade.

Other 2012 Pride Festival Events were tracking:

Atlanta Pride Committment Ceremony Event

Wednesday October 10, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/10/2012 8:00 PM

This non-denominational ceremony gives couples the opportunity to pledge their commitment to each other publicly before friends and family. Couples who wish to register pay a small fee and receive a certificate marking the occasion. | more...

The Official Atlanta Pride Kick-off After Party Event

Thursday October 11, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/11/2012 8:00 PM

The third annual Official Kick-off After-Party at the newly remodeled Jungle Atlanta features beats by DJ Ed Bailey from Washington, D.C. | more...

The Atlanta Pride Car and Motorcycle Show Event

Friday October 12, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/12/2012 8:00 PM

Come check out a host of classic cars and stunning motorcycles. Owners will be on hand to discuss their vehicles, many of which they personally refurbished. | more...

Atlanta Pride Literary Showcase Event

Friday October 12, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/12/2012 8:00 PM

Join us for Atlanta PrideÃ¢Â€Â™s eighth annual literary showcase. The event highlights the works of local writers and poets. Authors will also be available to sign books during the showcase. | more...

PEACH DANCE PARTY: Official Atlanta Pride Women's Party Event

Friday October 12, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/12/2012 8:00 PM

Join more than 2,000 women as they party the night away and celebrate in Southern style with DJ Pat PAt (Aqua Girl, Girls in Wonderland) on the turntables playing the hottest mix of hits. | more...

Kiki By The Park: Atlanta Pride Committee/Ben Cohen Standup Foudation Joint Fundraiser Event

Friday October 12, 2012 08:00 PM EDT 10/12/2012 8:00 PM

Join rugby World Cup Champion and 2012 Atlanta Pride Honorary Grand Marshal Ben Cohen as he hosts this dance party benefiting the Atlanta Pride Committee and the Ben Cohen Stand-Up Foundation. Enjoy exclusive Scissor Sisters remixes, Kiki-inspired cocktails, and more. | more...