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
MIXTAPE returns Jan. 4

“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.
Bars & Parties
Ring in the New Year with Capital Pride
Rainbow Masquerade features drag shows, aerial silk performances

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.

Capital Pride/World Pride will host Rainbow Masquerade at Hook Hall, a New Year’s Eve party featuring drag shows, silk aerial acts, private lounges and the venue’s Hot Tub Cabana. According to Brandon Bayton, Capital Pride executive producer, “Step into the Fabric of Freedom and toast World Pride 2025 in style—where every moment sparkles, every performance dazzles and every toast makes a difference. It’s going to be an amazing night!”
The party is Tuesday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. at Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave., N.W. Proceeds benefit Capital Pride D.C. and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
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