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PHOTOS: Awesome Con

Gathering of science fiction and fantasy fans held over weekend

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8 years ago

June 20, 2017

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Awesome Con 2017 (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Out voice actor Jamie McGonnigal speaks at Awesome Con on Saturday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The D.C.-based convention for science fiction, fantasy and comic fans Awesome Con was held over the weekend at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This year included ‘Pride Alley:’ an area for LGBT-specific exhibitors sponsored by Geeks Out. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Pride

Fifth annual festival held at Riverfront Park

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The Fredericksburg Pride March wound through downtown Fredericksburg, Va. and ended at Riverfront Park on Saturday, June 28. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)