Out & About
Calendar: May 31-June 6
Parties, performances and events in the week to come
Friday, May 31
The Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Renwick Gallery (800 G St., N.W.) are hosting the Countdown! Pride Celebration Kick-Off Party from 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. tonight. There will be music, dancing and art activities while learning more about the LGBT artists in the museum’s collection. “Rupaul’s Drag Race” season 10 winner Aquaria will have a headlining DJ set. The party is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, celebrate local LGBT residents, honor outstanding leaders and activists and launch the 2019 Capital Pride celebration. This event is 21 and up and tickets start at $60. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit capitalpride.org/kickoff.
D.C. Leather Pride Weekend is being hosted by D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) tonight from 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Tonight will include the Birds of Prey Drag show and a special Friday Night Edition of Daddy, DADDY XL along with free food from 7:30-9 p.m. Daddies Israel Hermes and Aleks Buldocek will dance the entire weekend. D.C. Leather Pride is about bringing together the leather community in D.C. and serves as a central source for pride events and leather clubs. For more information, visit facebook.com/dcleatherpride.
The D.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W.) offers Queer Tango Classes tonight from 7-9 p.m. The course is for beginner students and will combine instruction on fundamentals of tango and include a discussion about assumptions made about gender, masculinity and femininity. Students will be encouraged to explore both roles and reflect on their experiences. Liz Sabatiuk is the instructor from Montevideo, Uruguay and manages the Queer Tango Program at Tango Mercurio. Tickets are $10. For information and to purchase tickets, visit thedccenter.org.
Saturday, June 1
The 2019 Pride Womxn’s Kickoff Party is back. Whitman-Walker Health, in partnership with Tagg Magazine and Lure D.C., is hosting a celebration for LBTQ and gender non-conforming people tonight at Big Chief (2002 Fenwick St., N.E.) from 6-10 p.m. The night will include dancing, drinks and music from DJ Alex Love. This is a 21-and-up event and tickets start at $10. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit whitman-walker.org/pride-womxns-party.
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington presents a “Stonewall 50” concert is is tonight at 8 p.m. at Lincoln Theater (1215 U St., N.W.). The concert will include the premiere of “Quiet No More,” a one-act musical commissioned by GALA Choruses to celebrate the anniversary of Stonewall. It will also include dancers, the GenOUT Chorus and music from Broadway. The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington sings to inspire equality and inclusion with musical performances and education promoting justice and dignity for all. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit gmcw.org.
The BullPen (1201 Half St., S.E.) is hosting its Blasts From The Past! D.C. Decades Fest tonight from 4-9 p.m. The night will include music from the ‘80s all the way up to the 2000s along with food, drinks and costume contest. This is an all ages event and tickets start at $15. Children 10 years or younger are free. To purchase tickets, visit facebook.com/thebullpen.
Sunday, June 2
A Latinx LGBTQ+ History Tour will be held today at Adams Morgan (corner of Columbia Rd and 18th St., N.W.) at 3 p.m. Historian and board member of the Latino GLBT History Project Jose Gutierrez will lead the tour through significant places like the first D.C. Latinx LGBTQ bar and the 1991 D.C. Latino Riots. The Latino GLBT History Project is a non-profit volunteer-led organization that responds to the critical need to preserve their history through educational exhibits. For more information, visit latinoglbthistory.org.
Tagg Magazine will continue its Ladies Tea event at Hank’s Oyster Bar (1624 Q St., N.W.) and today will kick-off its Pride edition at 3 p.m. There will be exclusive drink and food specials in the bar downstairs and a new garden patio upstairs. This event is 21 and up and for everyone lesbian, queer and “anything else under the rainbow.” For more details, visit eventbrite.com and search ladies tea.
Monday, June 3
Capital Pride and Busboys and Poets Brookland (625 Monroe St., N.E.) present its annual OUTSpoken: Women’s Spoken Word and Other Queer Expressions event tonight at 7:30 p.m. Guest can expect live DJ music, special performances and two hours of mic open anyone who identifies as a woman. The full food and drink menu will be available including pride-themed drink specials. This space is open to all and welcomes all gender identities.
A Latinx Pride Panel will be hosted at Shaw’s Tavern (520 Florida Ave., N.W.) tonight from 6-8 p.m. Attendees will join Booz Allen Hamilton’s GLOBE and the Latin American Forum for a panel discussion on the intersection of LGBTQ, Latinx and immigrant identities. Expert panelist from the Center for American Progress and the National Center for Transgender Equality will be there too. To register, visit eventbrite.com and search Latinx Pride Panel in Washington D.C.
Tuesday, June 4
N Street Village is hosting drag bingo tonight from 7-10 p.m. at Nellie’s Sports Bar (900 U St., N.W.). The event is to celebrate Pride week while also fundraising for the Village which is a community of empowerment and recovery for homeless and low-income women. A $1 of every margarita sold will go directly to the N Street Village. For more information on the Villages services, visit nstreetvillage.org.
Night OUT at Nationals Park (1500 S. Capital St., S.E.) will celebrate the largest LGBT community night in professional sports today from 4-11 p.m. Proceeds from ticket sales will contribute to Team D.C.’s student-athlete scholarships which are awarded each year to college-bound LGBT student-athletes. Night OUT T-shirts will be distributed outside of the First Base Gate and available until the end of the second inning. Gates will open at 4 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit nationals.com.
Wednesday, June 5
A Drag Salute to Divas and Devos will be at the Kennedy Center (2700 F St., N.W.) tonight from 6-7 p.m. The event is a revue showcasing the impersonations of the world’s top musical legends like Tina Turner and produces lip sync stage plays including “The Wiz” “Twisted” and “Dreamgirls.” It’s featured as part of the Kennedy Center’s free daily performance series. Salute to Divas celebrates diversity and individuality in hopes of inspiring millions to embrace their differences. For more information, visit kennedy-center.org/video/upcoming.
GLOE, GLBTQ Outreach & Engagement at the Edlavitch, and Pitchers D.C. (2317 18th St., N.W.) presents the Annual Big Queer Jewish Happy Hour tonight from 5-9 p.m. GLOE is the first and only full-time LGBTQ engagement program at any Jewish Community Center in the world and serves the local queer Jewish community through unique and meaningful programming.
Professionals in the City is hosting a Lesbian Seated Speed Dating at Finn & Porter Restaurant (900 10th St., N.W.) tonight from 7-9 p.m. Lesbians and bisexual singles are welcomed to come meet new people and celebrate Pride week. Staff will seat the first dates and will plug participants to their online messaging system to keep the conversation going within two days after the event. Professionals in the City organizes hundreds of events each year to bring together professionals and familiarize residents with all the city has to offer. To sign up, visit prosinthecity.com.
Bookmen D.C. meets tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Cleveland Park Library (3310 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) to discuss presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg’s memoir “Shortest Way Home.” All welcome. Details at bookmendc.blogspot.com.
Thursday, June 6
Capital Pride presents its Rooftop Rally & Pool Party tonight from 7-11 p.m. at Penthouse Pool Club at the Yards (1212 4th St., S.E.). Celebrate pride under the stars for a relaxing evening with volunteers, donors and advocates of the Capital Pride Alliance. This is a 21-and-up event and tickets are $25. To purchase, visit seetickets.us/events/pride-rooftop-rally.
D.C. Jobs with Justice present Queeraoke! at Haydees Restaurant (3102 Mt. Pleasant St., N.W.) tonight from 5-8 p.m. D.C. Jobs with Justice fights to protect and advance the rights of hardworking people and to build an economy that works for everyone.
Friday, April 17
Center Aging Monthly Luncheon With Yoga will be at 12 p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. Email Mac at [email protected] if you require ASL interpreter assistance, have any dietary restrictions, or questions about this event.
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Social in the City” at 7 p.m. at Hotel Zena. This is a chance to relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Trans and Genderqueer Game Night will be at 7:00p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. This is a relaxing, laid-back evening of games and fun. All are welcome and there’ll be card and board games on hand. Feel free to bring your own games to share. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Saturday, April 18
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community 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.
The DC Center for the LGBT Community 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, April 19
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Lunch” at 11 a.m. at Federico Ristorante Italiano. 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.
Monday, April 20
“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]).
Tuesday, April 21
Center Bi+ Roundtable will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is an opportunity for people to gather in order to discuss issues related to bisexuality or as Bi individuals in a private setting.Visit Facebook or Meetup for more information.
Senior Self Defense Class with Avi Rome will be at 12:30 p.m. This inclusive and beginner-friendly class, led by Instructor Avi Rome, offers a light warm-up, stretching, and instruction in basic techniques, patterns, and striking padded targets. Each session is designed to be adaptable for all ability and mobility levels, creating a welcoming space for everyone to build strength, confidence, and community through martial arts. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Wednesday, April 22
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.
Asexual and Aromantic Group will meet at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a space where people who are questioning this aspect of their identity or those who identify as asexual and/or aromantic can come together, share stories and experiences, and discuss various topics. For more details, email [email protected].
Thursday, April 23
The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. 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, breath work and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Out & About
Team DC’s annual gala set for this weekend
LGBTQ sports organization to hold annual ‘Night of Champions’
Team DC will host “Night of Champions Gala” on Saturday, April 18 at 6 p.m. at the Georgetown Marriott.
This will be an evening of celebration and inspiration as Team DC honors remarkable individuals and supports the next generation of LGBTQ student-athletes.
There will be opportunities to support Team DC through auctions. The Silent Auction items will offer an array of unique goods and experiences. Additionally, Team DC will feature an exclusive selection of live auction items for those looking to make a significant impact.
This year, Team DC will recognize six outstanding awardees who have made significant contributions to the LGBTQ community and sports:
- Trailblazer Award – Adam Peck, District Wrestling
- Most Valuable Person Award – Sean Bartel (posthumously)
- Champion Award – Dan Martin
- Clark Ray Horizon Award – Manuel Montelongo, aka Mari Con Carne
- Bernard Jude Delia Award – Dr. Sara Varghai
- Platinum All Star Award – Centaur Motorcycle Club
To purchase tickets, visit Team DC’s website.
Friday, April 10
Center Aging Monthly Luncheon With Yoga will be at 12 p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. Email Mac at [email protected] if you require ASL interpreter assistance, have any dietary restrictions, or questions about this event.
Women in their Twenties and Thirties will meet at 8 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social discussion group for queer women in the Washington, D.C. area. For more details, visit Facebook.
Saturday, April 11
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community 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.
The DC Center for the LGBT Community will host a screening of “Love Letters” at 1:30 p.m. This movie is a tender, intimate look at love, parenthood, and the quiet fight to claim your place in your own family. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Sunday, April 12
Spark Social will host “Tea Time! A Local DC Drag Comedy Show” at 3 p.m. This event features the hilarious TreHER and Tiara Missou Sidora. This dynamic duo will have guests cackling as they discuss the “Latest Tea” in DC. Have drama in your own life? TrevHER and Tiara are ready to provide advice and rate how hot your tea is. Hottest tea wins a piece of Spark merch. Tickets cost $13.26 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Just Kidding Comedy Collective will host “Best of DC at the Woke Mob Comedy Festival” at 5 p.m. at Pikio Taco. The Woke Mob Comedy Festival celebrates everything that makes this region the best and showcases the DMV’s funniest comedians, especially highlighting BIPOC, women, LGBTQ+ and gender-queer performers, plus a few “prodigal” comics who got their start here before heading national. Tickets cost $15.18 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Monday, April 13
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]).
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 www.genderqueerdc.org or Facebook.
Tuesday, April 14
Trans Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This event is intended to provide an emotionally and physically safe space for trans people and those who may be questioning their gender identity/expression to join together in community and learn from one another. For more details, email [email protected].
Coming Out Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a safe space to share experiences about coming out and discuss topics as it relates to doing so — by sharing struggles and victories the group allows those newly coming out and who have been out for a while to learn from others. For more details, visit the group’s Facebook.
Wednesday, April 15
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.
The DC Center for the LGBT Community will host “Movement for Healing” at 3 p.m. This trauma- and yoga therapy–informed class is designed to help guests gently reconnect with their body and their breath. Through mindful movement, somatic awareness, and grounding practices, guests will explore how to release tension, increase mobility, and cultivate a deeper sense of safety and ease within. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Thursday, April 16
The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. 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 Center’s website.
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