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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)
JR.’s Bar held a “RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars” watch party followed by a live drag show on Friday, July 17. The Vitamin C weekly drag show was hosted by Citrine with performers Brooke N Hyman and Rosie Beret.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
The 2026 Rehoboth Beach Pride Festival was held at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on Saturday, July 18.
(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)
The eighth annual Westminster Pride Festival was held at Westminster City Park in Westminster, Md. on Saturday, July 11.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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