Bars & Parties
O say, can you see?
Lots of fireworks viewing options available for the 4th
(Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)
There are lots of places to see great fireworks in D.C. on Tuesday, July 4.
PBS’ “A Capital Fourth” will be on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol (East Capitol St., N.E. and First St., S.E.) from 8-9:30 p.m. Performers include The Beach Boys, the Blues Brothers, Kellie Pickler, the Four Tops, Trace Adkins, Yolanda Adams and many more. John Stamos hosts. The National Mall fireworks begin at 9:09 p.m.
Beacon Bar & Grill (1615 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.) hosts a fireworks viewing party at its Sky Bar from 6-11 p.m. There will be a picnic a la carte menu and signature cocktails. A live DJ will perform all night. Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Tickets are $35. For more details, search “Beacon Bar & Grill” on Facebook.
George Washington University’s Theta Tau host a fireworks viewing party on the Mall from 3-11 p.m. The brothers of the Gamma Beta chapter will have sandwiches, soda and water. For more information, visit facebook.com/gwthetatau.
Events: BKE hosts a private fireworks cruise departing from the Georgetown Waterfront (3303 Water St., N.W.) from 7-10 p.m. There will be desserts, a cash bar and a complimentary glass of champagne. Dinner will not be served. Tickets are $90.
Events: BKE will also host a fireworks viewing party not the rooftop of the Cambria Hotel & Suites (899 0 St., N.W.) from 7-10 p.m. There will be an art exhibit featuring fine artist Kamila Kokoszynska as well as additional artists. A DJ will play international music for the night. Attire is fashionable cocktail. Tickets are $20. For more information on both events, visit facebook.com/eventsbke.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
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.
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.
Bars & Parties
Mid-Atlantic Leather kicks off this week
Parties, contests, vendor expo and more planned for annual gathering
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.
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