Out & About
Upcoming D.C. protests
Marches, rallies and demonstrations abundant in coming months
(Washington Blade photo by Michael K. Lavers)
The Resist movement is roaring on several fronts and Washington is even more a demonstration site magnet than usual. Here are a few to note:
• Indigenous Women Rise: Native Nations March is today (Friday, March 10) on the National Mall from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Express solidarity by wearing a turquoise scarf or shawl or get one at sacredx.com. Details at nativenationsrise.org.
• The Syrian Revolution Anniversary Rally will be held on Saturday, March 18 from 10 a.m.-noon at the U.S. Capitol to “honor the original demands of the Syrian Revolution on its sixth anniversary.” Details at revolutionunitesus.com.
• Make America Great Again will holds its Washington D.C. MAGA March on Saturday, March 25 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to march from the Washington Monument to the White House to “stand up for America … our president, vice president, military and first responders.” Details at magamarch.org.
• IfNotNow offers Jewish Resistance at AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) on Sunday, March 26 from noon-8 p.m. to greet Trump as he visits the AIPAC to “end AIPAC’s fiction that the American Jewish community supports endless occupation.” Details at ifnotnowmovement.org.
• The Fire the Fool Declaration Rally will be held on Saturday, April 1 from noon-8 p.m. on the Mall to “impart a satirical, symbolic and powerful message of firing (impeaching) President Donald J. Trump and to empower citizens all around the country to take power in their own political systems.” Look for the event on Facebook for details.
• The third annual United for Blue March and Rally will be held on Saturday, April 8 at noon at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial (418 F St., N.E.) to support police. Look for the event on Facebook for details.
• The Ascent of the Resistance will hold its Tax March on Washington on Saturday, April 15 from noon-4 p.m. at the U.S. Capitol West Front Fountain to “march and show Donald Trump that he owes us transparency. Two-thirds of Americans are concerned that he may be putting his interests ahead of the country’s. Until we see his tax returns, we can’t know for sure.” Details at taxmarch.org.
• The March for Science and Earth Day Network Rally and March is Saturday, April 22 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on the National Mall to “defend the vital public service role science plays in our communities and our world.” Speeches, musical performances, trainings with scientists and a march will be part of the event. Details at marchforscience.com.
• Jewish World Watch offers its third annual Walk to End Genocide on Sunday, April 23 at the Holocaust Memorial Museum (100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl., S.W.) to show that “genocide is not a thing of the past” and to “take a step closer to a world without genocide.” Details at walktoendgenocide.org.
• The Moms Clean Air Force presents the People’s Climate March on Saturday, April 29 to “let Trump know that we won’t let him pollute the air and wreck the climate on our watch,” the event’s Facebook page says. Tickets and details at action.momscleanairforce.org.
• Resist D.C. plans its Protest Trump at the White House Correspondents Dinner on Saturday, April 29 at the Washington Hilton (1919 Connecticut Ave., N.W.). Trump has said he is not attending the event, but it appears the protest is still planned. Look for the event on Facebook for details.
• The Workers March on Washington is Sunday, April 30 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for teachers, drivers, mechanics, nurses, cooks and anyone who feels their livelihood is threatened. “If you’re tired of working hard and not getting anywhere, if you feel the ‘American Dream’ is out of reach for most of us, come march with us,” its Facebook page says. Looks for the event on Facebook for details.
• The Immigrants’ March will be held on Saturday, May 6 on the Mall to “show the world we will not be intimidated by the attacks on immigrants in our country and those seeking opportunity in the United States.” Local political consultant/activist Erick Sanchez is organizing. Look for the event on Facebook for details.
• The LGBT March on Washington will be held on Capital Pride weekend on Sunday, June 11 at 10 a.m.
Friday, June 19
Trans and Genderqueer Game Night will be at 7 p.m. at the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center. This is a relaxing, laid-back evening of games and fun. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Saturday, June 20
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Pride 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.
LGBTQ People of Color will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This peer support group is an outlet for LGBTQ people of color to come together and talk about anything affecting them in a space that strives to be safe and judgement free. There will be all sorts of activities like watching movies, poetry events, storytelling, and just hanging out with others. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center will host “Sunday Supper on Saturday” at 2 p.m. It’s more than just an event; it’s an opportunity to step away from the busyness of life and invest in something meaningful, and enjoy delicious food, genuine laughter, and conversations that spark connection and inspiration. For more details, visit the Center’s website.
Sunday, June 21
Kinetic Presents will host “DiscoVERS: Pride with Alexis Tucci & Clinton Foster” at 10 p.m. at Sax Restaurant and Lounge. Alexis Tucci and Clinton Foster trade off behind the decks all night, weaving uplifting disco and driving house into one continuous set. Throughout the evening, surprise performances unfold across the room, woven into the music rather than stacked on top of it. Tickets cost $41.76 and are available on Eventbrite.
Monday, June 22
“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]).
Center Faith will host “Pride Interfaith Service” at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. This is the 43rd annual LGBTQ+ community celebration of religious pluralism and interfaith collaboration. Founded during the era of the Names Project AIDS memorial quilts, we continue to connect and weave many LGBTQ+ faith communities. For more details, email [email protected].
Queer Book Club will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. The Queer Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month to discuss queer books by queer authors. This month’s reading is “The Skin and it’s Girl” by Sarah Cypher. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Tuesday, June 23
Genderqueer DC will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a support group for people who identify outside of the gender binary, whether you’re bigender, agender, genderfluid, or just know that you’re not 100% cis. For more details, visit genderqueerdc.org or Facebook.
“Self-Defense Class with Avi Rome” will be at 12:30 p.m. Rome is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and a full time Martial Arts instructor with 25 years of teaching experience. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do and is the director of the studio’s Adaptive Tae Kwon Do program for students with special needs. He has also run numerous self-defense workshops for various groups and situations. For more details, visit the center’s website.
Wednesday, June 24
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.
Thursday, June 25
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the center. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5:00 pm 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, breathwork 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.
Out & About
Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves
Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.
This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.
For more details, visit the cemetery’s website.
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.
The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.
There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events.
For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website.
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