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Pride Parade and Fest returns in person after 2-year break

Pride fest returns after multi-year pause
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INDIANAPOLIS — The Indy Pride Festival and Parade returned in person Saturday after a multi-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Around 50,000 festival-goers enjoyed shows from drag queens and DJs as well as games, food and other entertainment in Military Park.

Prior to the festival, the traditional parade took place along Mass Ave. in downtown Indianapolis with thousands lining the street to cheer and celebrate acceptance and equality.

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