Glitz Celebrates Pride in Juneau | Anchorage News

Juneau’s Glitz Pride festival lit up the weekend with over 300 revelers, 15 drag queens, and a brand-new venue—the Aurora Grand Theater—where vibrant performances, lip-sync battles, and dazzling costumes turned the stage into a celebration of identity and belonging. Performer Rubin Strange brought playful energy with a bubble gun as Sailor Mercury, calling the event a defiant act of presence: “We are here, we belong here, and we’re not going anywhere.” Volunteers like Carly Lemieux praised the community’s warmth and creativity, while out-of-town star Aria B. Cassadine—former Miss Gay Black America—made her debut in Juneau, proving the festival’s growing national draw. Even straight allies like life coach Bethany Gassan showed up in glittering style, embracing the spirit of inclusion and love that makes Glitz more than just a party—it’s a powerful, joyful declaration of who we are. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9cb8c514e5f743bf