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PHOTOS: Awesome Con
Gathering of science fiction and fantasy fans held over weekend
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: Capital Pride Festival and Concert
Annual LGBTQ celebration held on Pennsylvania Ave.
The 2026 Capital Pride Festival was held on Pennsylvania Ave. on Sunday, June 21.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Landon Shackelford)
The 2026 Capital Pride Parade was held in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, June 20.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key, Robert Rapanut and Landon Shackelford)
The 2026 Baltimore Pride Festival, “Pride in the Park,” was held at Druid Hill Park on Sunday, June 14.
(Washington Blade photos by Linus Berggren)
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