Out & About
Capital Fringe Festival continues through July 30
‘Arden Now,’ ‘Daggers’ et. al feature LGBT content

The 11th annual Capital Fringe Festival continues in D.C. through Sunday, July 30 at various locations. This weekend, attendees can see various productions with LGBT content such as “Arden Now,” “Daggers Mackenzie,” “Howl: In the Time of Trump” and “Just Like a Woman.” Tickets are $17 and require the purchase of a $7 fringe button.
Capital Fringe was honored as the non-profit of the year in 2015 by the Washington Business Journal and aims to expand and develop audiences taste for unclassifiable or “fringe” theatre.
For more details and show synopses, visit capital fringe.org.

Below are our picks for some of the most fun and creative things to do this week in D.C. that are of special interest to the LGBTQ community.
MNSkating’s Pride Too!

Monday, June 27
7:30 p.m.
Laurel Skating Center
9890 Brewers Court
Laurel, Md.
Facebook | Meetup
Join the Monday Night Skaters for a Pride-themed skating party in Laurel, Md. on Monday.
Queen of the Capital at Adams Morgan Movie Nights

Tuesday, June 28
8-11 p.m.
Adams Morgan Soccer Field
Facebook
The Adams Morgan Partnership BID will be showing “Queen of the Capital” from local documentary maker Josh Davidsburg.
Pride Night at Frederick Keys

Wednesday, June 29
6-9 p.m.
Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium
21 Stadium Drive
Frederick, Md.
Facebook | Tickets
Join Pride on the Patio for a night of baseball as the Frederick Keys hold Pride Night sponsored by the Frederick Center.
LGBTQ Families Discussion & Beer Tasting

Wednesday, June 29
7-8 p.m.
Aslin Beer Company
847 South Pickett Street
Alexandria, Va.
Facebook | Tickets
Rainbow Families will have an informal discussion about such topics as coming out, celebrating your child’s identity, being a good ally in the workplace and more . . . followed by a beer tasting! No charge, but donations will be taken.
First Friday LGBTQ+ Social with GoGayDC

Friday, July 1
7-9 p.m.
The Commentary (in the Westin)
801 North Glebe Road
Arlington, Va.
Facebook | Eventbrite
Join GoGayDC for a monthly social gathering in Ballston.
Drag Race All-Stars Viewing Party

Friday, July 1
7-9 p.m.
JR.’s Bar
1519 17th Street, N.W.
Facebook
Get together with other Drag Race super fans for an evening viewing party hosted by Citrine.
Outdoor Movie Night

Friday, July 1
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Stead Park
1625 P Street, N.W.
Facebook
Bring your blanket and catch a movie on the big screen at Stead Park.
FireWerk with DJ Chord

Friday, July 1
9 p.m.
AquaGrill Reho
57 Baltimore Avenue
Rehoboth Beach, Del.
Facebook
Kick off Independence Day weekend in Rehoboth with a no cover dance party at AquaGrill.
Zodiac Drag Contest

Sunday, July 3
8 p.m.
Freddie’s Beach Bar
555 23rd Street S
Arlington, Va.
$5 cover
Facebook
The monthly amateur drag competition returns to Freddie’s on Sunday. Check out the new talent (or try it out yourself).
Flashy 4th of July Weekend

Sunday, July 3 – Monday, July 4
10 p.m.
Flash
645 Florida Aveune, N.W.
$30
Facebook | Eventbrite
Celebrate Independence Day with a Flashy 4th of July on the dance floor of Flash.
Out & About
Rayceen Pendarvis hosts District of Pride Showcase
Mayor’s Office celebrates resilience of D.C.’s LGBTQ community with night of entertainment

The Mayor’s Office for LGBTQ Affairs will host “The District of Pride Showcase” on Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Theatre.
This event is to celebrate the resilience of D.C.’s LGBTQ community with a night of entertainment and performances that will feature the diverse queer talent.
This event will be hosted by Rayceen Pendarvis, with announcer Krylios, featuring DJ Honey. There will also be a performance by “Real Housewives of Potomac” star Candiace.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Out & About
Mayor’s office to celebrate older LGBTQ individuals
District of Pride: Seniors Brunch on Monday

The Mayor’s Office for LGBTQ Affairs will host “District of Pride: Seniors Brunch” on Monday, June 27 at 11 a.m. at Frank D. Reeves Center of Municipal Arts.
This event is a celebration of Pride and a “thank you” to the District’s senior community members for their contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
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