The event, now more commonly known as L.A. Black Pride, is still the most popular and longest running black LGBT event in the western United States. However, the event has seen a noticeable attendance and interest decline in recent years, primarily due to the new great migration of blacks from the West to states more eastward seeking a more affordable cost of living and/or larger presence of black culture.Renn, Aaron (May 1, 2016),"Op-Ed: Why has there been an exodus of black residents from West Coast liberal hubs?". Los Angeles Times.Allen, Reniqua (July 8, 2017), "Racism Is Everywhere, So Why Not Move South?", The New York Times.2019 LA Black Pride.
