Pride House Paris will be the latest — and the greatest — installation of Pride House to ever grace the Olympic Games. Pride House is the hospitality house — and so much more — for the LGBTQ community at the Olympics and other major sporting events.
The Paris Olympics installation of Pride House is organized by the French non-profit organization Fier-Play. The group is part of the growing worldwide movement to rid sports of homophobia.
Pride House Paris is supported by the International Olympic Committee, as well as 2024 Olympics organizers in France.
“As the co-president of Pride House, this initiative represents an opportunity for me to create a space where everyone can fully express who they are,” Jérémy Goupille told Outsports. “It allows us to actively work towards a more inclusive world, ensuring that each individual feels valued and respected. Our mission is to offer a new vision of sport where everyone, from elite athletes to amateurs, can find their place and express themselves fully.”
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Where will Pride House Paris take place?
Pride House Paris will be hosted right on the Seine River, which runs through the heart of the city. It’s a very cool venue called Rosa Bonheur sur Seine. It’s easy to find on a Google map, or whatever mapping service you use. It’s got glass windows, some of which opens, as well as a rooftop lounge.
What is taking place at Pride House?
Generally speaking, Pride House Paris is a gathering spot for anyone who wants to celebrate the LGBTQ community. It’s a safe space for LGBTQ athletes and fans, and there will be plenty of people across the community coming through Pride House over the two weeks of the 2024 Olympics.
Pride House Paris opens Monday, July 29, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 11, when the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony takes place.
There is a general daily schedule for Pride House. Each day, TV broadcasts of the competitions will be shown starting at 12 noon. In the evening will be performances and other special events. Be sure to check the schedule to see what’s happening on any given day.
Entrance is free to the public.
What Olympians are supporting Pride House?
Pride House Paris has many confirmed supporters from the Olympics and Paralympics. The event’s ambassadors include first-time Olympian Australian rock climber Campbell Harrison, Olympic diving champion Matthew Mitcham, Olympic medalist Gus Kenworthy and Olympic figure skater Javier Raya.
“As the founder of Compete Proud, I’m truly excited for this collaboration to come to life and to have a real impact while in Paris,” said Raya, who also founded Compete Proud. “It’s unique that the team will take part in such an amazing opportunity, bringing closer to the Games the conversation around diversity and inclusion in sport.”
For all of the latest information on Pride House Paris, visit their website.
