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Jocktoberfest draws eclectic VIP guests

Gay Flag Football event to raise money for Gay Bowl XVI

Published

10 years ago

September 23, 2015

Mariah Cooper

Jocktoberfest, gay news, Washington Blade

(Photo courtesy the League)

The D.C. Gay Flag Football League presents Jocktoberfest, a fundraiser for Gay Bowl XVI, at Town (2009 8th St., N.W.) on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 6-9 p.m.

Notable guests include U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, actress Melissa Fitzgerald, U.S. Reps. David Cicilline, Sean Patrick Maloney, Mark Pocan, Eleanor Holmes Norton and Mark Takano. Former NFL wide receiver Donte’ Stallworth will also make an appearance. VIP hour is from 6-7 p.m. and the main event starts at 7 p.m. Money raised will be used for Gay Bowl XVI.

Tailgater tickets are $50 and include one drink ticket and access to the event. All Star Sponsor tickets are $100 and include two drink tickets and recognition at the event. MVP Sponsor tickets are $500 and include four drink tickets and access to VIP hour. Heisman Sponsor tickets are $1,000 and include open bar on select drinks during VIP hour for you and a guest and a VIP table.

For more details, visit dcgffl.org.

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Blade’s 18th annual Summer Kickoff Party set for May 16

Rehoboth Beach event to feature politicos, journalists, special guests

Published

2 weeks ago

May 8, 2025

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Washington Blade editor Kevin Naff (right) with Rep. Sarah McBride at the 2024 Summer Kickoff Party in Rehoboth Beach. (Blade photo by Daniel Truitt)

The Washington Blade’s 18th annual Summer Kickoff Party is scheduled for Friday, May 16 in Rehoboth Beach, Del.

The event, held at the Blue Moon (35 Rehoboth Ave.) from 5-7 p.m., is a fundraiser for the Blade Foundation’s Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism, which funds a summer position reporting on LGBTQ news in Delaware. This year’s recipient is Abigail Hatting, a rising senior at American University.

This year’s event will feature remarks from state Sen. Russ Huxtable, who recently introduced a state constitutional amendment to codify the right of same-sex couples to marry. CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Kim Leisey and Blade editor Kevin Naff will also speak, in addition to surprise guests. The event is generously sponsored by Realtor Justin Noble, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.

A suggested donation of $20 is partially tax deductible and includes drink tickets and light appetizers. Tickets are available in advance at bladefoundation.org/rehoboth or at the door.

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MIXTAPE returns Jan. 4

Published

5 months ago

December 27, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

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

“MIXTAPE with DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Horn” will be on Saturday, Jan. 4 at 10 p.m. at the Atlantis.

This event is D.C.’s legendary LGBTQ dance party. Founded in 2008 by DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Horn, MIXTAPE quickly became a staple of the city’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

Published

5 months ago

December 23, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

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

Capital Pride will host “Rainbow Masquerade NYE Party” 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 Pride’s website.