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By Becca Glasser-Baker

Pride month is finally here, and this year, there are events for everyone. Here are five family-friendly events you need to check out this June.

Celebrating Pride isn’t just for grown-ups, it’s for children and families too.

This year New York City Pride is making sure all members of the LGBTQ community are celebrated, no matter what age they are. New York City Pride is hosting countless family-friendly events throughout June to celebrate the queer community. These events promise to be full of fun for all ages. From movie nights with drag queens to giant rainbow flags, celebrate all things LGBTQ with these five must-do events throughout the month of June.

Attend the annual LGBTQ family Pride night
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is hosting their annual LGBTQ Family Pride Night. This special after-hours event celebrates all types of queer families, as well as both LGBTQ adults and children. Families can explore all five floors of this wonderful museum for free. Just be sure to RSVP online!

June 6, 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m., free, 212 W 83rd St

Help decorate a giant Pride flag
In addition to the event listed above, The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is hosting countless events throughout June to celebrate Pride. From June 7-31, kids can help paint the pride flag and filling it with bright and colorful objects.

June 7-31, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., $11-$14 (event included with admission), 212 W 83rd St

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