Revelers Race in High Heels During Madrid Pride #shorts | VOA News

Dozens of people sporting high heels, most of them men, raced down a cobbled street in the center of the #Spanish capital Thursday, as part of Madrid Pride, one of the world's largest LGBTQ celebrations.

It was the 24th edition of the annual race which draws competitors from abroad and is one of the most eagerly awaited parts of the festival of the LGBTQ community.

#Madrid Pride will culminate in a parade in the city center Saturday. (Reuters)

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[thierry]

I'm not gay, but that looks like fun to watch or do!

[NothingMaster]

They have to make a mockery of everything, or they can’t see straight.

[faridajohnson]

Grown men in heels. Where are the real dads?

[workphone]

REPENT SEEK YE THE KINGDOM OF GOD WHILE HE CAN STILL B FOUND.