News Release

National Park Service and Mayor Bowser Announce Reopening of Dupont Circle for WorldPride 2025

News Release Date: June 7, 2025
Contact: Mike Litterst (NPS), 202-306-4166
Contact: Susana Castillo (EOM), 202-727-5011

WASHINGTON– Today, the National Park Service and Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that Dupont Circle is reopening today, Saturday, June 7, for WorldPride 2025. 

As the fencing was coming down, the offices of the National Park Service and the mayor released the following joint statement:

"We are pleased that the Mayor’s office and the National Park Service could work together overnight on a solution that protects the historic features of this park while also ensuring the safety of all who enjoy it. We want this weekend to be a safe and fun celebration in our nation’s capital – and one that includes one of the best parks and community spaces in our city, Dupont Circle. We look forward to working together on future initiatives that keep DC safe and beautiful.” 

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