Police ban Budapest Pride march, but mayor vows it will go ahead
Published: 6/19/2025

Hungary police ban Budapest Pride march, but Mayor Gergely Karacsony vows it will proceed as an event organized by the city council. The ban comes amidst a showdown between the nationalist government and the LGBTQ community, following a law restricting gatherings that promote homosexuality. Despite attempts to stop the event, support for Pride remains strong, with thousands expected to participate in the defiant march on June 28.