Luke Evans and Lala light up the Empire State Building
Luke Evans and Lala light up the Empire State Building

Lightings

Luke Evans Lights ESB to Celebrate NYC Pride

On June 28, the Empire State Building lit up its world-famous tower lights in the colors of the Inclusive Flag in partnership with the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative and the Trevor Project to celebrate New York City Pride 2026.  

The building hosted a special lighting ceremony with Tony Award-nominated actor and singer Luke Evans – and pup, Lala! – who flipped the famous switch.

After the ceremony, Luke and Lala toured the Observation Deck Experience and posed for photos on the building's 86th and 102nd Floor Observation Decks.

Watch the lighting ceremony below!

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