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PHOTOS: AIDS Walk

Hundreds participate in annual Whitman-Walker fundraiser

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From left, June Crenshaw, AIDS Walk Grand Marshall Lynda Carter and Delegate to the United States House of Representatives Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) lead the march on Pennsylvania Avenue from Freedom Plaza. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Pennsylvania Avenue was closed to traffic on Saturday, Oct. 2 as hundreds of people participated in the annual AIDS Walk to benefit Whitman-Walker Clinic. The event featured performances by the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, Peter Fox, the D.C. Cowboys and a Danish gymnastics team. Speakers included actress Lynda Carter (best known as “Wonder Woman” from the 1970s television show) and Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Miss Gay Mid-Atlantic America

Victoria Bohmore crowned in regional pageant held at Freddie’s Beach Bar

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Victoria Bohmore is crowned Miss Gay Mid-Atlantic America 2025 at Freddie's Beach Bar in Arlington, Va. on Friday, Nov. 7. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The 2025 Miss Gay Mid-Atlantic America Pageant was held at Freddie’s Beach Bar in Arlington, Va. on Friday, Nov. 7. Victoria Bohmore was crowned the winner, with Lady Lords named first alternate. Bohmore and Lords both qualify to compete against the winners of the Miss Gay Maryland America Pageant as well as other state and regional title holders from across the nation at the Miss Gay America Pageant in January.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Halloween

Costumed revelers enjoy a spooky night at Kiki, Crush

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A scene from Kiki on Oct. 31, 2025. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

LGBTQ venues Kiki and Crush Dance Bar were packed with costumed partiers on Friday night for Halloween festivities.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: High Heel Race

Costumed competitors run down 17th street in annual event

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A scene from the 38th annual 17th Street High Heel Race on Tuesday, Oct. 28. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The 38th annual High Heel Race was held on 17th Street, N.W. in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, Oct. 28.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

Lady Liberty‘ was the winner of the 2025 High Heel Race. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)
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