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Rainbows Festival brought pride and joy to Downtown Phoenix

The annual LGBTQ+ event drew thousands to Heritage Square for a weekend of fun, color and inclusivity.
Image: That's a smile as bright as a rainbow.
That's a smile as bright as a rainbow. Mike Bengoechea

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The annual Rainbows Festival, a two-day LGBTQ+-focused event put on by Phoenix Pride, brought thousands of attendees to Downtown Phoenix's Heritage Square on April 5 and 6.

Visitors saw live performances by local and national artists, shopped for merch, enjoyed food and beverage from a variety of vendors and chatted with representatives from Phoenix-area businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Here's a look back at the event.
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Rainbows Festival attendees check out some goods for sale.
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Forgive me, Father...
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LGBTQ+ art for sale.
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There were live performances all weekend.
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Lots of community organizations had booths at Rainbows Festival.
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Amazing outfits were the norm at Rainbows.
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Keeping cool with some cool fans.
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It was a beautiful day to be at Heritage Square.
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Dogs can be allies, too.
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Local performers take the stage.
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Love wins.
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All smiles at Rainbows Festival.
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Sing it, sister.
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Rainbows was a good time with friends.
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There's always time for a kiss.
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The Community Stage featured local drag queens.
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We're not moms, but the Cool Moms Club still sounds awesome.
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Makeup game on point.
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Local pageant royalty poses for a photo.
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She's got a bubble gun and she's not afraid to use it.
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Fun in the sun.
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We love a balloon sculpture.
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Heritage Square was packed for Rainbows Festival.
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So fierce.
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There was plenty of live entertainment at Rainbows...
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...and music from DJs, too.
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Hello yourself.
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The wild captain's hats were a popular item at Rainbows Festival.
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Everyone had a great time at the event.
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