Thousands gather for Seoul queer festival, counter-rally
Thousands of participants gathered in Seoul for an annual LGBTQ pride festival, while a conservative Christian group held a nearby counter-rally. Despite the opposing views, authorities reported no clashes between the two groups.
Why it matters
The event highlights the ongoing social tension in South Korea regarding LGBTQ rights and the lack of comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation.
Thousands of people gathered in central Seoul on Saturday (June 13, 2026) for an annual LGBTQ pride parade, while a conservative Christian group held a nearby counter-rally, organisers and police said.
The article provides a balanced report on the size and nature of both the pride festival and the counter-protest.
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