CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Charlotte is flying the rainbow flag as tens of thousands of supporters attend the Queen City's annual gay pride festival and parade.
The festival opening Saturday includes a parade, festival and stage shows. Charlotte Mayor Dan Clodfelter and three other members of the 12-member city council have prominent roles in events throughout the weekend.
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The event celebrates the Charlotte metro area's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
Major banks are the big sponsors in the global financial center. PNC Bank is sponsoring a street fair for vendors. Bank of America is backing Sunday's gay pride parade, and Wells Fargo adding its name to the stage where musical acts will perform.
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