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‘Bachelor’s Mill’ reunion planned

Oct. 5 event will be at original location

Published

6 years ago

September 26, 2019

Bachelor's Mill, gay news, Washington Blade — A drag show at Bachelor’s Mill in 2002. (Washington Blade archive photo by I. Hope)

“The Bachelors Mill Reunion 2019” is Saturday, Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. at the original Bachelor’s Mill location at District Soul Food Restaurant & Lounge (500 8th St., S.E.), presented by Ebony Pyramid Entertainment.

October marks one year since the iconic black D.C. gay nightclub closed. The Sparkle MaHarris Memorial Talent Showcase will start the evening with performers from the ‘80s and ‘90s. A reunion walk of fame will be held for all enteratiners. E-mail requests to [email protected] if you wish to participate.

At 8, a dance party will be held with DJ Rodney, DJ BeJay and DJ Freaky. It runs until midnight. Admission is $10 before 7 and $15 after.

Look for the event on Facebook for full details.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

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1 month ago

January 23, 2026

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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.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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1 month ago

January 23, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

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.

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Mid-Atlantic Leather kicks off this week

Parties, contests, vendor expo and more planned for annual gathering

Published

2 months ago

January 11, 2026

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A scene from the 2025 Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather competition. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

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.