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PHOTOS: Chappell Roan vs. Charli XCX Drag Brunch
Desiree Dik leads the show at Red Bear Brewing
Red Bear Brewing Company held a Chappell Roan vs. Charli XCX Drag Brunch on Sunday, August 11. Desiree Dik served as the emcee. Performers included Silver Ware Sidora, Trevher, Laronica Vegas, Delight and Baphomette.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
Covering the dueling drag show at @RedBearBrewing for @WashBlade pic.twitter.com/jcY8tj00fm
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) August 11, 2024
The Washington Blade hosted the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at The Wharf DC on Friday, June 6. NBC4’s Tommy McFly served as the emcee.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The 2025 Capital Pride Honors awards ceremony and gala reception was held at the National Building Museum on Thursday, June 5. Honorees included Cathy Renna, Jerry St. Louis, Ernest Hopkins, Lamar Braithwaite, Rev. Dr. Donna Claycomb Sokol, Kriston Pumphrey, Gia Martinez, Kraig Williams and SMYAL. Presenters and speakers included U.S. Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), Amber Ruffin, Raven-Symoné and Paul Wharton.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
La Fiesta: The Official Latinx Pride Party was held at Bunker on Thursday, May 29. The event was hosted by Lady J Monroe and featured performances by Mia Carlisle, Stefon Royce, Evry Pleasure and Alexis Carter St. James.
(Washington Blade photos by Robert Rapanut)
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PHOTOS: Capital Pride Honors
