Thousands Gather to Celebrate DC Vegfest

Nathan Runkle September 14, 2010

Featuring a host of inspiring speakers, informative cooking demonstrations, delicious vegan food samples, and dozens of exhibitors, including Mercy For Animals, the D.C. VegFest on Saturday had something for everyone to enjoy!

DC Vegfest.jpgCo-hosted by the Vegetarian Society of D.C. and Compassion Over Killing the D.C. Vegfest brought thousands of vegans, vegetarians and veg-curious omnivores to the nation’s Capitol to celebrate the huge diversity animal-friendly cuisine and the many benefits of a plant-based diet.

Complemented by the delectable sweets available at the Vegan Treats booth next door, the MFA table drew crowds of people looking to learn more about our groundbreaking investigations into factory farms and slaughterhouses and tips on how to transition to a cruelty-free vegan lifestyle.

Interested in putting vegetarianism on display in your area? Most community festivals, college campuses, Earth Day events, gay pride festivals, art and county fairs, and musical concerts allow representatives of non-profit organizations to set up educational exhibits. Here are some easy tips to get started.

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