January and February bring a mix of introspection and bold new beginnings. Whether you’re embracing love, self-expression, or simply the magic of being authentically you, this is a time to lean into your queer power and navigate the cosmic currents with pride.

Las Vegas’s vibrant neon lights mask a sobering reality for many of its residents. Beneath the glitz and glamour, a growing number of LGBTQ+ youth face the harsh realities of homelessness, a situation made even more precarious during the winter months. While Las Vegas is often associated with its scorching desert heat, the city’s winter season brings unexpected challenges that disproportionately affect this vulnerable population.

In a breathtaking finale on December 12, 2024, Tiana “Midori” Monet of Seattle, Washington, was crowned Miss International Queen – USA 2025. The glittering event, hosted at the iconic Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall, was a dazzling celebration of beauty, resilience, and talent, spotlighting the exceptional contributions of transgender women across the United States.

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, it can be tempting to hibernate until spring. However, staying active and maintaining your health during winter is crucial for your physical and mental well-being. Here are some practical tips to help you thrive during the colder season.

Over the holiday, I watched the new documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.” It did not disappoint; I loved it! I was anxiously awaiting its release for months. After all, he is one of my heroes.

As we enter 2024, the LGBTQ+ community finds itself at a pivotal moment. With each year bringing its own challenges and triumphs, the new year offers an opportunity to reflect, reset, and recommit to creating a world that is inclusive and affirming for all. Whether you’re an individual looking to grow or an organization seeking to do better, here are some resolutions to help us make 2024 our most inclusive year yet.

Las Vegas PRIDE Magazine will now feature a new and witty advice column from Auntie Norma, our very own in-house advice guru. You, the reader, send in the questions, and Norma will try her best to answer with wit, intellect, and charm. No subject is off limits unless it’s illegal, immoral, or just downright stupid! (i.e. Where do babies come from?) It’s been a crazy 2024, and we are just tipping our toes into 2025! Let’s see who needs some advice and direction for the New Year!

2025 will definitely be a year of change and challenge for everyone, including our very own QUEER community. Please know that no matter how significant your challenges will be, YOU ARE NOT AND NEVER WILL BE ALONE!

The start of the year offers us an opportunity to reflect on the lives and legacies of extraordinary individuals who have left indelible marks on the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. January and February have given rise to some of history’s most inspiring figures—trailblazers in arts, activism, politics, and culture. Here, we celebrate a few of these remarkable icons and their enduring contributions.

Join us as we enjoy the beauty of the Red Rock National Conservation Area. This trail is rated easy and uses a well defined trail with some light scrambling as desired. In and back on the same path, the total hike is just under 4 miles total and has a roughly 400 foot elevation change over the total distance.

For over 42 years, Las Vegas PRIDE has been at the forefront of celebrating and supporting this dynamic community. Now, they’re taking the next step in fostering connections with the launch of the Las Vegas PRIDE Community Mixer. This monthly event promises to be a welcoming, free-to-attend gathering that brings together non-profit community leaders, local allies, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community of all ages.

As we begin 2025, we will have many uncertainties ahead. What we know is that as a community, we have achieved so much progress, and despite pushback from conservative minorities, the overall acceptance and love in the world will always win!