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Walk, run or sashay in new 5k Rehoboth race

Aug. 29 event kicks off Sundance Week

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15 years ago

July 22, 2010

CAMP Rehoboth and the Seashore Striders will hold the inaugural “Sundance 5k: Run, Walk or Sashay!” on Sunday, Aug. 29 in Rehoboth Beach, Del., to kick off “Sundance Week,” CAMP Rehoboth’s annual Labor Day weekend benefit.

“We thought that we would add something that would help to expand Sundance,” said Chris Beagle, a member of CAMP Rehoboth’s board of directors. “A large number of people said they would like to see outdoor events.”

The scenic course is considered an “out-and-back” course, meaning it starts and finishes at the same point, in front of the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center on Baltimore Avenue in downtown Rehoboth Beach.

Runners will continue through town, crossing Lake Gerar, and head north toward Cape Henlopen State Park. Just prior to the park entrance, runners will turn around and follow the same route back into town.

The top overall finishers will be awarded prizes as well as the top three finishers in nine age groups ranging from 9 and under to 70 and older.

There will also be a one-mile “FUN” walk where creativity and costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded in several categories. T-shirts will be provided to the first 300 registrants.

What started as a rained-out pool party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Steve Elkins and Murray Archibald in 1988, the annual Sundance benefit takes place the Saturday and Sunday nights of Labor Day weekend at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.

“It started as a small group that got together to celebrate the end of the summer and friendship and it has evolved into a fundraiser for CAMP Rehoboth,” said Beagle.

Saturday, Sept. 4 is the Sundance Auction, both silent and live, from 7 to 10 p.m.; it will include food and an open bar. Sunday, Sept. 5 is the Sundance. The party begins at 8 p.m. with dancing until 2 a.m. There will also be an open bar all night.

Sundance benefits the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center; a percentage of the race proceeds will also go to the Center.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, CAMP Rehoboth is a non-profit community service organization dedicated to creating a more positive environment in Rehoboth Beach and its surrounding communities. Its mission is to promote cooperation and understanding among all people, while working to build safe, inclusive communities with “room for all.”

For more information about Sundance weekend and CAMP Rehoboth in general, check out camprehoboth.com.

Pre-registration for the 5k race, held at 7:30 a.m. on Aug. 29, is $20 through Aug. 22. After that, general registration is $25. For more information on the race and to register, visit seashorestriders.com.

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Mixtape Sapphics hosts holiday party on Dec. 13

‘Sugar & Spice’ night planned for Saturday

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1 day ago

December 12, 2025

Tinashe Chingarande

(Photo by New Africa/Bigstock)

Mixtape Sapphics will host “Sapphic Sugar & Spice: A Naughty-Nice Mixtape Holiday Party” on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at Amsterdam Lounge.

This is a festive, grown holiday party for queer women and sapphics 35 and older at Revolt’s Christmas pop-up. There will be music, joy, and an optional White Elephant.

This is Mixtape Sapphics’ first-ever holiday party — a cozy, flirty, intentionally grounded night created just for queer women and sapphics 35+ who want real connection, festive joy, and a warm place to land at the end of the year.

Tickets start at $13.26 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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Impulse Group DC to host fundraiser

Giving Tuesday and Happy Hour held at Thurst Lounge

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2 weeks ago

November 28, 2025

Tinashe Chingarande

Thurst Lounge (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Impulse Group DC, a local advocacy organization, will host “Giving Tuesday and Happy Hour” on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. at Thurst Lounge.

This event is a special happy hour fundraiser filled with good vibes, great food, and community connection. DJ Obie will be on deck keeping the energy high while you enjoy tacos, cocktails, and the kind of atmosphere only Thurst can deliver.

A portion of every signature cocktail sold goes directly toward supporting Impulse Group D.C.’s work in sexual health, mental health, harm reduction, and social justice for the D.C. community.

Admission is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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Halloween weekend is here

Local events abound for a spooky good time

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1 month ago

October 30, 2025

Tinashe Chingarande

The annual High Heel Race is the kickoff to D.C.’s Halloween festivities. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Halloween weekend is here, and here’s a list of just some of the local events if you’re looking to have a spooky good time.

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant. This is an opportunity to mingle with LGBTQ folk and allies. Halloween costumes are encouraged or casual beach attire is fine. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Mixtape Sapphics will host “Bad Witch, Good Butch: A Sapphic Halloween Dream” on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. at Revolt DC. This is a halloween party for sapphics from the ages of 35 and above. There will be costumes, connection and dancing. Tickets are $13.26 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Taste Takeover will host “Abuela Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. at 639 Florida Ave., N.W. DJ Yani will play music and there will be a costume contest with prizes to be won. Tickets cost $17.85 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Metro Cabaret Club will host “Spookshow Spectacular: Dance Place After Dark Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. at Dance Place. This is D.C.’s Halloween nightlife and draglesque showcase, featuring live performances, creative marketplace, and costumed revelry. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite.

Punch Bowl Social will host “Halloween Bash” on Friday. Oct 31 at 9 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social Arlington. This will be a night of hauntingly good times with a killer DJ, vendors, and a costume contest. Tickets cost $12.09 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Thrust Lounge will host “Nightmare on 14th St.” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. DJ Tryfe will play music, and there’ll also be a costume contest with prizes. For more details, visit Thurst’s Instagram.

Nellie’s Sports Bar will host “Halloween Scariest Costume Contest” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their scariest, creepiest, most haunting look for a Halloween night they won’t forget — fueled by Casamigos and Nellie’s signature spooky fun. For more details, visit Nellie’s website.

Kiki DC will host “Kiki’s Halloween Costume Contest” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 p.m. This event will be hosted by Pirouette and there’ll be prizes for the top three costumes. For more details, visit Kiki’s Instagram.

Sinners and Saints will host “Heaven’s On Fire (Queer Pop Dance Party)” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. There will be two floors and music by Sonali Dawar, DJ Noons and Aria McIntosh. There will also be drink specials all night.

Crush Dance Bar will host a Halloween costume contest on Friday, Oct. 31 at 11 p.m. Drag queens Empress Lena and Sasha Adams will host the event. For more details, visit Crush’s Instagram.