Denver is gay

Denver’s status as an LGBT-friendly city is reinforced by strong legal protections and inclusive policies at both the state and local levels. Colorado has robust anti-discrimination laws that protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

Denver’s first LGBTQ+ pride celebration kicked off in , and the energy and unity of that first parade inspired the founding of The Center on Colfax in From there, Denver Pride continued to grow, adding a full festival in , and has since flourished into the largest Pride in the Rocky Mountain region with over , visitors annually.