Arts & Entertainment

Madonna announces 35-city tour

D.C. show slated for September

Published

11 years ago

March 2, 2015

Staff reports

Madonna brings her ‘Rebel Heart’ tour to D.C. on Sept. 12.

Pop icon Madonna has recovered from her fall at the BRIT Awards to announce a new, 35-city “Rebel Heart” tour this summer.

The tour kicks off Aug. 29 in Miami before heading to Europe. Dates in Asia and Australia are expected to be announced soon. Madonna is slated to play the Verizon Center in D.C. on Sept. 12, 2015; those tickets go on sale March 16.

For complete tour and ticket information, visit Madonna.com or LiveNation.com. A list of announced dates follows:

NORTH AMERICA:

Date City Venue

Aug. 29 Miami, FL American Airlines Arena On Sale Mar. 9

Sept. 2 Atlanta, GA Philips Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Sept. 5 San Juan, PR Coliseo de Puerto Rico On sale Mar. 21

Sept. 9 Montreal, QC Bell Centre On Sale Mar. 14

Sept. 12 Washington, DC Verizon Center On Sale Mar. 16

Sept. 16 New York, NY Madison Square Garden On Sale Mar. 9

Sept. 19 Brooklyn, NY Barclays Center On Sale Mar. 9

Sept. 24 Philadelphia, PA Wells Fargo Center On Sale Mar. 16

Sept. 26 Boston, MA TD Garden On Sale Mar. 16

Sept. 28 Chicago, IL United Center On Sale Mar. 9

Oct. 1 Detroit, MI Joe Louis Arena On Sale Mar. 23

Oct. 3 Atlantic City, NJ Boardwalk Hall On Sale Mar. 16

Oct. 5 Toronto, ON Air Canada Centre On Sale Mar. 9

Oct. 8 St. Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center On Sale Mar. 16

Oct. 11 Edmonton, AB Rexall Place On Sale Mar. 9

Oct. 14 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena On Sale Mar. 9

Oct. 17 Portland, OR MODA Center On Sale Mar. 23

Oct. 19 San Jose, CA SAP Center at San Jose On Sale Mar. 9

Oct. 22 Glendale, AZ Gila River Arena On Sale Mar. 23

Oct. 24 Las Vegas, NV MGM Grand Garden Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Oct. 27 Los Angeles, CA Forum On Sale Mar. 16

EUROPE / UK:

Nov. 4 Koln, Germany Lanxess Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Nov. 7 Prague, CZ O2 Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Nov. 10 Berlin,Germany Mercedes-Benz Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Nov. 14 Stockholm, Sweden Tele 2 Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Nov.17 Herning, Denmark Jyske Bank Boxen On Sale Mar. 9

Nov. 21 Turin, Italy Pala Alpitour On Sale Mar. 16

Nov. 24 Barcelona, Spain Palau Sant Jordi On Sale Mar. 16

Nov. 28 Antwerp, Belgium Sportpaleis On Sale Mar. 9

Dec. 1 London, UK O2 Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Dec. 5 Amsterdam, Holland Ziggo Dome On Sale Mar. 9

Dec. 9 Paris, France Bercy On Sale Mar. 9

Dec. 14 Manchester, UK Manchester Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Dec. 16 Birmingham, UK Barclaycard Arena On Sale Mar. 16

Dec. 20 Glasgow, Scotland The SSE Hydro On Sale Mar. 16

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

Published

18 hours ago

July 31, 2026

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

(Photos by Santiago Felipe)

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Come showcase your singing, poetry talent

Spark Social open mic night planned for Aug. 13

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22 hours ago

July 31, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite.

Calendar

Calendar: July 31-August 6

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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1 day ago

July 31, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Friday, July 31

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour” at 7 p.m. at DIK Bar. This is a chance to relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Saturday, August 1

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Brunch” at 11 a.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant. This fun weekly event brings the DMV area LGBTQ+ community, including allies, together for delicious food and conversation. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Sunday, August 2

“Black Gay Flea: Summer Kickback” will be at 12 p.m. at Wunder Garten. This is a space created to celebrate Black LGBTQ+ creatives, artists, makers, entrepreneurs, and the community that shows up for them. Come spend the afternoon shopping with local vendors, discovering new brands, supporting small businesses, and connecting with people from across the DMV. More details are on Eventbrite.

Monday, August 3

“Center Aging: Monday Coffee Klatch” will be at 10 a.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ+ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more information, contact Adam ([email protected]).

Tuesday, August 4

The DC Anti-Violence Project will host “Soul Centered” at 7 p.m. at Thurst Lounge. This is not a dating event in the traditional sense. It is a space to meet kindred spirits, future collaborators, mentors, friends, or maybe someone who reminds you of what’s possible. Romance may happen, but it’s not the expectation. For more details, visit DCAVP website.

Wednesday, August 5

Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom upon request. This is a weekly job support program to help job entrants and seekers, including the long-term unemployed, improve self-confidence, motivation, resilience and productivity for effective job searches and networking — allowing participants to move away from being merely “applicants” toward being “candidates.” For more information, email [email protected] or visit thedccenter.org/careers.

Center Aging Women’s Social & Discussion Group will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. This group is a place where older LGBTQ+ women can meet and socialize with one another. To register, visit the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s website.

Thursday, August 6

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the Center. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5 p.m. if they are picked to receive a produce box. No proof of residency or income is required. For more information, email [email protected] or call 202-682-2245.

Virtual Yoga Class will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This free weekly class is a combination of yoga, breath work and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s website.