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Capital Pride draws tens of thousands to D.C.
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· June 22, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the celebrations and honorees are available from the source, including information about the parade grand marshals and the weekend's schedule of events.
C. over the weekend, celebrating the LGBTQ community. The events included a parade, festival, concerts, and parties, all centered on a specific theme.
A parade brunch was held, where awardees were recognized and grand marshals mingled with attendees. The festivities drew large crowds, with tens of thousands of people gathering to celebrate Pride month. Notable honorees were recognized during the events.
Further details about the celebrations and honorees are available from the source, including information about the parade grand marshals and the weekend's schedule of events.
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Category: rights Published: June 22, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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