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PHOTOS: High Heel Race

‘Facts of Life’ cast, the Queen of Hearts, Lady Gaga, et. al. among this year’s costume inspirations

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16 years ago

October 27, 2010

Shi-Queeta-Lee attends the 2010 High Heel Race. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

A large crowd of people lined Frank Kameny Way to watch the 24th annual High Heel Race on Tuesday. Participants donned elaborate costumes and stopped along the route before the race to pose for pictures for the hundreds of spectators. Brian Segal won the race wearing a black polka dot dress.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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Labianna performs at the Petal Release Party and Drag Show at Spark Social on Friday. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Shackelford)

The Petal Release Party and Drag Show was held at Spark Social on Friday, July 31. Performers included Tiara-Missou, Labianna and Darcy de la Cuadra.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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A scene from the 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Michael K. Lavers)

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

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3 days ago

July 31, 2026

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

(Photos by Santiago Felipe)