PHOTOS: Best of LGBTQ DC Awards Party

Washington Blade celebrates community at annual event

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October 21, 2023

Cake Pop hosts the 2023 Best of LGBTQ DC Awards Party at Shakers on Thursday, Oct. 19. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Washington Blade held its 22nd annual Best of LGBTQ Awards Party at Shakers on Thursday, Oct. 19.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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Covering the Best of LGBTQ DC Awards at @ShakersDC for @WashBlade . @EvryPleasure performing: pic.twitter.com/fkdCYi7SaY
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) October 20, 2023

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