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Gauthreaux, Morabito return to Cherry

Annual event slated for April 21-24

Published

10 years ago

April 14, 2016

Mariah Cooper

CAMP Rehoboth, Sundance, gay news, Washington Blade

DJ Joe Gauthreaux (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Cherry D.C. hosts a dance party filled weekend with the theme “Alice in Wonderland” on April 21-24.

DJs will include Mickey Friedmann, Joe Gauthreaux (seen here), Morabito, DJ Aron, Alain Jackinsky, Isaac Escalante and more. Beth Sacks and Maddelynn Hatter will also perform. Tickets range from $11.49-158.49. Proceeds benefit local LGBT organizations and HIV services and prevention efforts. Times and locations for events vary.

For a full list of events, visit cherrydc.com.

Related Topics:Alain Jackinsky Beth Sacks Cherry DJ Aron Isaac Escalante Joe Gauthreaux (seen here)Maddelynn Hatter Mickey Friedmann Morabito

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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

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January 23, 2026

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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

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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.

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Mid-Atlantic Leather kicks off this week

Parties, contests, vendor expo and more planned for annual gathering

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2 weeks ago

January 11, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

A scene from the 2025 Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather competition. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

The Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend will begin on Thursday, Jan 15.

This is an annual three-day event in Washington, D.C., for the leather, kink, and LGBTQ+ communities, featuring parties, vendors, and contests.

There will be an opening night event hosted the evening of Thursday, Jan. 15. Full package and three-day pass pickup will take place at 5:30 p.m. at Hyatt Capitol B. There will also be “Kinetic Dance Party” at 10 p.m. at District Eagle.

For more details, visit MAL’s website.