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Latino Pride returns this weekend

‘La Coranacion’ scheduled for Sunday at Cobalt

Published

12 years ago

May 22, 2014

Staff reports

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 “La Coronación,” the Project’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 “La Plática Panel Discussion: Community and Family Supporting Latino LGBT Youth,” 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 “La Coronación.” For more details, visit latinoglbthistory.org.

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Queer Magic dance party planned

Tarot, dancing, drag and more at Black Cat event

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23 hours ago

June 5, 2026

Michael Key

Celebrate the start of Pride month at the Queer Magic Dance Party at the Black Cat on Saturday, June 6. Doors open at 9 p.m.

There will be pole performances and demonstrations, a free photo booth with glitter bar, a queer vendor market, tarot readings by Skye Marinda Tarot, a drag performance by Sapphica, and dancing to a blend of smooth R&B, Afrobeats, hip-hop and pop by Slammer & Saba. Tickets are $20 at the door or $15 (plus fees) in advance, purchased here.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

Published

4 months ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

(Photo by New Africa/Bigstock)

Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.

Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

Published

4 months ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.

The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.