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D.C. prepares to party as Pride celebrations kick off Saturday
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Evan Caplan , as published by Washington Blade
· June 9, 2026
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Key takeaway The new date for Pride is the weekend of June 20-21.
Pride celebrations in the nation's capital are set to begin on Saturday. The Capital Pride Alliance had previously changed the date of the festivities. The new date for Pride is the weekend of June 20-21.
This change was made to avoid conflicting with another event, specifically President Trump's birthday, which was in June. Further details about the celebrations can be found through the Capital Pride Alliance or local news sources such as the Washington Blade.
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Category: rights ·
Published: June 9, 2026 ·
Source: Washington Blade ·
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