Archive · 14 Jun 2025
Seoul Queer Festival Held After New President's Election
Imagine a big party in Seoul, South Korea, where people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ+) come together to celebrate.
This year's party happened after the country chose a new leader who might be more supportive of them.
The party's organizers said they won't give up fighting for their rights.
Thousands of people marched and had fun.
But, some other people nearby didn't like the party and protested.
The LGBTQ+ community hopes things will get better with the new leader, allowing them to live more openly and freely.
The Seoul Queer Culture Festival took place in Seoul, South Korea, after a new liberal president was elected.
The festival's theme was perseverance in the face of discrimination.
Approximately 30,000 people participated in the festival, according to organizers, though police estimated 7,000.
A protest against the festival occurred concurrently in Seoul, with participants expressing opposition to homosexuality.
The new president's election has sparked optimism among some LGBTQ+ community members.
- Who
- Members of the LGBTQ+ community and their supporters.
- What
- The Seoul Queer Culture Festival.
- When
- Saturday, after the election of a new liberal president.
- Where
- Seoul, South Korea.
- Why
- To celebrate and advocate for improved human rights and self-esteem for LGBTQ+ people.
LGBTQ+ Community
Conservative Groups
Rights and Acceptance
LGBTQ+ Community
Advocate for improved human rights and self-esteem.
Conservative Groups
Oppose the LGBTQ+ community.
- Festival Slogan
- We never stop
- Temperature
- 31 degrees Celsius (87.8 Fahrenheit)
- President's Stance
- Not explicitly stated
- Organizer Estimate
- 30,000 participants
- Police Estimate
- 7,000 participants