In light of the Aaron Hall killing I'm not so sure. Not being gay, but being visibly gay seems to be helping increase the percentage of people who approve of/ don't disapprove of homosexuality, at least according to Dan Savage. Pride may seem tired and commercial now, but visibility and networking still serve their purpose.

You're allowed to skip a parade, festival or run now and then and still keep your gay card. Its in the bi-laws. ;)