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Katrina Vinson will head a group of motorcyclists at the Dyke March, a prominent event in the LGBTQ+ community. The march, following the Women’s Freedom Festival, emphasizes queer female visibility. As founder of Pride Riders LA, Vinson aims to create a diverse collective and increase representation for LGBTQ+ bikers, including younger riders and those from marginalized communities. The event highlights the importance of inclusion and access within the community, showcasing motorcycle traditions that empower queer women.
West Hollywood – Katrina Vinson will lead a group of motorcyclists at the upcoming annual Dyke March on Saturday, May 31, 2025, a major event in the LGBTQ+ community. As the founder of Pride Riders LA, a collective primarily consisting of queer women motorcyclists, Vinson is excited to ride down Santa Monica Boulevard with the pride flag prominently displayed on her bike. The Dyke March follows the Women’s Freedom Festival, which highlights the significance of queer female visibility in West Hollywood.
Pride Riders LA plays a crucial role in leading pride parades across Southern California, drawing inspiration from the historic Dykes on Bikes movement that began in 1967. While Dykes on Bikes has developed official chapters around the world, the Los Angeles group operates independently from this organization. Vinson has expressed frustration regarding trademark restrictions surrounding the term “Dykes on Bikes,” as the U.S. Copyright Office has deemed “dyke” a potentially disparaging term. However, community members have been reclaiming the term as a source of empowerment and pride.
In an effort to further inclusivity and visibility, Vinson is in the process of applying to establish an official chapter of Dykes on Bikes in Los Angeles. She emphasizes the importance of representation for queer women and nonbinary individuals, highlighting that visibility without access is not true progress. The Dyke March aims to be a celebration of identity, community, and solidarity within the LGBTQ+ community.
Upcoming Dyke March Details
The Dyke March is set to take place after the Women’s Freedom Festival, which was moved to Saturday in 2023 thanks to the efforts of community members like Chris Baldwin and Jackie Steele. This change has helped enhance visibility for the events. Pride Riders LA is already calling for participants, aiming for around 50 motorcycles to join the march.
Inclusivity and Community Support
Pride Riders LA seeks to incorporate younger riders, trans and nonbinary individuals, and LGBTQ+ bikers of color into their collective. Vinson believes that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is essential for the group’s mission. She owns and operates the organization not just as a riding collective, but also as a platform for community support and activism.
Background on Katrina Vinson
Vinson is a longtime resident of West Hollywood and has previously served as a West Hollywood Commissioner. Her dedication to the community is evident in her advocacy for overcoming barriers of representation and access for lesbian and queer women within Southern California’s LGBTQ+ ecosystem. Her leadership in Pride Riders LA aims to create an environment where all members of the queer community are not just visible but have access to resources and support.
The next Dyke March is anticipated to be a vibrant expression of identity, community, and solidarity, further highlighting the importance of inclusivity in the LGBTQ+ community. With ongoing efforts to recruit new riders and expand their reach, Pride Riders LA remains an integral part of the pride celebrations across Southern California, championing a diverse array of voices within the motorcycle and LGBTQ+ community.
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- WeHo Times: Riding with Pride
- Los Angeles Blade: Make Your Voice Heard at WeHo Pride
- Los Angeles Times: Photos from the Annual WeHo Pride Parade
- Just Jared: Cara Delevingne at WeHo Pride
- Van Nuys News Press: Pride is Just a Ride Away with Metro
- Wikipedia: LGBT Culture in the United States
