A Big Crowd, a Clear Signal: What D.C.’s High Heel Race Says About LGBTQ+ Travel Safety
- On Friday 30th October 2026
- Tags: LGBTQ+ travel safety , Washington D.C. , 17th Street High Heel Race , queer events , LGBTQ+ visibility
Thousands attended Washington, D.C.’s annual 17th Street High Heel Race, where the mayor, D.C. Council members, and the police chief welcomed the crowd. For LGBTQ+ travellers, the event offers an encouraging picture of public queer celebration, along with a useful reminder: feeling safe at a major gathering depends on preparation, visibility, and the people responsible for public space.
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