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San Francisco Pride: Market Street lasers return, ValQueeries celebrate at Valkyries Pride Night
By Betty Yu at KTVU FOX 2 News
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
San Francisco kicked off Pride Weekend with the return of the Market Street Pride lasers, while the Golden State Valkyries celebrated Pride Night alongside the ValQueeries, an LGBTQ fan group building community through basketball.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The return of the Market Street Pride lasers marks a vibrant beginning to San Francisco's Pride Weekend, a celebration that showcases the city's long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusivity. This event connects to the city's broader efforts to foster a sense of community among its LGBTQ residents, as seen in the activities of groups like the ValQueeries. By leveraging sports, such as basketball, as a platform for building connections, the ValQueeries demonstrate the diverse ways in which San Francisco's LGBTQ community comes together. The involvement of the Golden State Valkyries in Pride Night further emphasizes the role of local organizations in promoting unity and acceptance. As the city continues its Pride celebrations, it will be worth watching how these events and initiatives contribute to San Francisco's ongoing conversation about inclusivity and community engagement. The city's ability to balance celebration with meaningful community-building will be key to a successful Pride Weekend.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Francisco kicked off Pride Weekend with the return of the Market Street Pride lasers, while the Golden State Valkyries celebrated Pride Night alongside the ValQueeries, an LGBTQ fan group building community through basketball.
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