PHOTOS: Caps fans celebrate in epic fashion

The Washington Capitals raised the Stanley Cup for the first time in franchise history after a 4-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5. Fans took to the streets in celebration — see some highlights.

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John Walton, the voice of the Washington Capitals with the final call on Capitals Radio. (草莓传媒/Ben Raby)

An immense crowd gathers outside Capital One Arena during Thursday's game on June 7. (NBC Washington) — An immense crowd gathers outside Capital One Arena during Thursday’s game on June 7. (NBC Washington)

Fans gather outside Capital One Arena at a viewing party for Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals between the Washington Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Crowds went wild in celebration after Thursday's game. (草莓传媒/Dave Dildine) — Crowds went wild in celebration after Thursday’s game. (草莓传媒/Dave Dildine)

Crowds went wild in celebration after Thursday's game near the Gallery Place Metro station. (草莓传媒/Dave Dildine) — Crowds went wild in celebration after Thursday’s game. (草莓传媒/Dave Dildine)

Fans at a viewing party react to a goal by Washington Capitals' Jakub Vrana during Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final between the Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) — Fans at a viewing party react to a goal by Washington Capitals’ Jakub Vrana during Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final between the Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Fans attend a viewing party for Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final between the Washington Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Fans react at a viewing party for Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final between the Washington Capitals and the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 7, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Fans cheer on the Caps. (Courtesy Kelly Thompson)

From the comfort of their home, two 草莓传媒 listeners join in on the Caps' team photo. (Courtesy 草莓传媒 Listeners) — From the comfort of their home, two 草莓传媒 listeners join in on the Caps’ team photo. (Courtesy 草莓传媒 Listeners)

A 草莓传媒 listener rocks a cap of the 2018 Stanley Cup champs. (Courtesy Tee Storm)

A 草莓传媒 listener said, "Can you say Stanley Cup? The Rucker Tobechi Family loves #83/ JayBeagle! ROCK THE RED!!! GO CAPS!" (Courtesy 草莓传媒 Listener) — A 草莓传媒 listener said, “Can you say Stanley Cup? The Rucker Tobechi Family loves #83/ JayBeagle! ROCK THE RED!!! GO CAPS!” (Courtesy 草莓传媒 Listener)

Tiffany Diehl and Jason Crown watched the Caps win the Stanley Cup from Las Vegas. (Courtesy Tiffany Diehl)

Fans attend a watch party at Leonardtown Cigars in Leonardtown, Maryland. (Courtesy Jacki Wobser)

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: Washington Capitals pack 7th street outside the Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images) — WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 07: Washington Capitals pack 7th street outside the Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: A Washington Capitals fan holds a "Lets Go Caps" sign during the fan watch party at Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images) — WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 07: A Washington Capitals fan holds a “Lets Go Caps” sign during the fan watch party at Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: A Washington Capitals fans cheer during the fan watch party at Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images) — WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 07: A Washington Capitals fans cheer during the fan watch party at Capitol One Area on June 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. The Washington Capitals head into Game 5 tonight against the Las Vegas Golden Knights with a 3-1 series lead. (Photo by Alex Edelman/Getty Images)

A sea of people watch the outdoor screen at The Bullpen near Nationals Park. (草莓传媒/Dan Friedell)

Inside Capital One Arena, looking out on the crowd-filled streets. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

This is what dedication looks like. Photo was taken well before 7 p.m. (草莓传媒/Michelle Basch)

Some 90 minutes before the puck drops, the crowd was already sizable outside Capital One Arena Thursday evening. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

The view from the Capital One press box around 6 p.m. Thursday (草莓传媒/Michelle Basch)

Meanwhile in Vegas, the fans who traveled are ready as well. (草莓传媒/Caitlin O'Connor) — Meanwhile in Vegas, the fans who traveled were ready as well. (草莓传媒/Caitlin O’Connor)

These 25-year season ticket holders made the trek to Vegas. (草莓传媒/Caitlin O'Connor) — These 25-year season ticket holders made the trek to Vegas. (草莓传媒/Caitlin O’Connor)

Chad Schrock awaits Game 5. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

At least one trash can near Capital One Arena was at capacity hours before game time. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

Here's looking at you, D.C. Suzanna Canton of Bethesda rocks all the colors. (草莓传媒/Kristi King) — Here’s looking at you, D.C.: Suzanna Canton of Bethesda rocks all the colors. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

The view of Seventh and G streets from the 400 level of Capital One Arena. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

The fans hold up a facsimile. They want the real thing. (草莓传媒/Kristi King) — Caps fans outside Capital One Arena hold up a facsimile. They want the real thing. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

Fans line up outside a Chinatown bar Thursday afternoon. (Courtesy Cody House)

A good-size crowd was already inside Capital One Arena during the Mystics game, in anticipation of a Game 5 Caps watch party. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank) — A good-size crowd was already inside Capital One Arena during the Mystics game, in anticipation of a Game 5 Caps watch party Thursday night. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

This rally towel available outside Capital One Arena observes all corners of "the DMV." (草莓传媒/Kristi King) — This rally towel available outside Capital One Arena observes all corners of “the DMV.” (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

Rocking the red playoff beard (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

With Game 5 hours away, Caps fans had their game faces on outside Capital One Arena. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

The Liang family wait for the puck to drop outside Capital One Arena on Thursday. (草莓传媒/Kristi King) — The Liang family waits for the puck to drop outside Capital One Arena on Thursday. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

The early birds watch the Mystics game before the Caps game comes on. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

Early birds stake out a good seat before Game 5 Thursday afternoon. (草莓传媒/Kristi King)

Fans were already setting up on the steps of the National Portrait Gallery Thursday afternoon. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

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— Washington Mystics (@WashMystics)

The Mystics showed up for their own game in uniform. (草莓传媒/Noah Frank)

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WASHINGTON 鈥斅燜ans went wild as the Washington Capitals made history and captured the Stanley Cup for the first time ever.

Inside Capital One Area, they screamed. They waved rally towels. They hugged strangers.

草莓传媒’s Michelle Basch was there at聽the watch party.

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草莓传媒's Michelle Basch talks with excited fans.

Inside the arena, fans sang “We Are the Champions.”

DC!! SEE YOU FOR THE PARADE!!

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MAYHEM!!!

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Outside the arena at the All Caps Watch Party, fans cried. They danced in the streets. 草莓传媒’s Kristi King was there.

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草莓传媒's Kristi King captures the emotion on the street.

Some of those folks stayed out all night on the District’s streets.

草莓传媒’s John Domen catches up with fans after the street-sweepers wrapped up Friday morning.

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草莓传媒's John Domen on the morning after the win.

Fans are not hesitating to scoop up Stanley Cup gear early Friday.

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草莓传媒's Neal Augenstein is at Modell's in Bethesda.

And the聽party-planning has started to celebrate the win.

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草莓传媒's Nick Iannelli reports a victory parade is planned.

NBC Washington’s Jackie Bensen took to the energetic D.C. streets following Game 5.

The Capitals are scheduled to arrive at Dulles International Airport Friday afternoon.

Watch the Stanley Cup champions celebrating their victory.

THE MOMENT WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR! WE GOT THE CUP!

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Let鈥檚 go!!!!!!!

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Championship shower for Coach!

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TROTZY!!!!!

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WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!!!

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Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice Kevin Donahue already has an excused late slip written up for the fans who stayed up all night celebrating the big win and who may be a bit late to work Friday morning.

Attention & fans:

Some of you will likely be late to work tomorrow. If so, please feel free to use this official notice with your boss.

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