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Latino Pride returns this weekend

‘La Coranacion’ scheduled for Sunday at Cobalt

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Latino Pride, gay news, Washington Blade
Latino Pride, gay news, Washington Blade

Latino Pride 2013 (Washington Blade file photo by Blake Bergen)

The Latino GLBT History Project (LHP) presents its eighth annual D.C. Latino Pride Celebration Sunday through June 5 at various locations around the District.

On Sunday, there will be ā€œLa CoronaciĆ³n,ā€ the Projectā€™s 2014-2015 Royal Court Coronation, at Cobalt (1639 R St., N.W.) from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Royal Court members include Miss Latino GLBT History Project Gladys Gonzalez and Mr. Latino GLBT History Project Juan Alvarez. There will also be special drag performances by Roxy Saint Cartier, Mayline Guerreo and many more. On Thursday, there is ā€œLa PlĆ”tica Panel Discussion: Community and Family Supporting Latino LGBT Youth,ā€ a panel discussion about the challenges facing LGBT Latino youth, at the Human Rights Campaign Equality Forum (1640 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.) from 6-9 p.m. A reception with appetizers and wine follows the panel.

There is a $5 suggested donation for both events. Guests must be 21 or older to attend ā€œLa CoronaciĆ³n.ā€ For more details, visit latinoglbthistory.org.

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MIXTAPE returns Jan. 4

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Shea van Horn and Matt Bailer are back with Mixtape. (Photo by David Claypool/Kalorama Photography)

ā€œMIXTAPE with DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Hornā€ will be on Saturday, Jan. 4 at 10 p.m. at the Atlantis. 

This event is D.C.ā€™s legendary LGBTQ dance party. Founded in 2008 by DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Horn, MIXTAPE quickly became a staple of the cityā€™s queer nightlife, bringing together a vibrant crowd of music lovers, dancers, and everyone in between. Known for its eclectic blend of indie, house, nudisco, and throwbacks, MIXTAPE creates a unique, inclusive experience that brings people back to the dance floor time and again.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on the Atlantis website.

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Ring in the New Year with Capital Pride

Rainbow Masquerade features drag shows, aerial silk performances

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There are plenty of queer parties planned for New Yearā€™s Eve around D.C., including one hosted by Capital Pride. (Photo by grapix/Bigstock)

Capital Pride will host ā€œRainbow Masquerade NYE Partyā€ on Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. at 3400 Georgia Ave. NW.

There will be an all-night open bar, midnight Champagne, drag shows and aerial silk performances. There will also be dessert and midnight snack tables and themed photo ops. 

To get tickets and a discount (Code: CAPPRIDE for $25 off), visit Capital Prideā€™s website.

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Ring in 2025 with a World Pride party

Rainbow Masquerade to be held at Hook Hall

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(Photo by Masson/Bigstock)

Capital Pride/World Pride will host Rainbow Masquerade at Hook Hall,  a New Yearā€™s Eve party featuring drag shows, silk aerial acts, private lounges and the venueā€™s Hot Tub Cabana. According to Brandon Bayton, Capital Pride executive producer, “Step into the Fabric of Freedom and toast World Pride 2025 in styleā€”where every moment sparkles, every performance dazzles and every toast makes a difference. It’s going to be an amazing night!”

The party is Tuesday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. at Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave., N.W. Proceeds benefit Capital Pride D.C. and tickets are available on Eventbrite.

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