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Night Out nears
The biggest LGBT night in pro sports hits Tuesday
Last year’s Night Out at The Nationals. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)
Team D.C. presents the ninth annual “Night Out at the Nationals” game on Tuesday evening at the Nationals Stadium. The game, against the Arizona Diamondbacks, starts at 7:05 p.m., but guests are encouraged to arrive early for pregame activities.
Pregame ceremonies include the Washington Gay Men’s Chorus singing of the National Anthem and first pitch special guests beginning at 6. Team D.C. expects a record-breaking attendance of 4,000 people this year, securing the event’s title as the largest LGBT night in professional sports.
Admission starts at a discounted price of $26. Tickets can be purchased at Nellie’s Sports Bar (900 U St., N.W.) or online at nationals.com/nightout. For more details, visit teamdc.org or the Team D.C. Facebook page.
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(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
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(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)
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