Fly your flag through the East Village

Drag superstar Trixie Mattel competed in RuPaul’s “Drag Race” and co-hosts a podcast called “The Bald and the Beautiful.” She’ll perform a DJ set on Friday night for PrideFest. Photo: Capital City Pride.

Celebrate Pride month this June during Capital City Pride’s annual PrideFest weekend. Back for its 44th year of education, advocacy and fun, the three-day event kicks off Friday with performances across two stages and a silent disco. See alternative dance group Haiku Hands, percussionist Shelia E. and drag queen Trixie Mattel all perform on the main stage.

There’s even more live music and dancing Saturday and Sunday, plus a 5K, a parade, a pet parade and a pageant. Check the entertainment schedule and grab your dancing shoes!

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