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Peach Pit returns Dec. 21

Former monthly party rebounds with retro holiday favorites

Published

6 years ago

December 13, 2019

Flashy Sundays, gay news, Washington Blade

The Peach Pit ’90s Dance Party gets into gear 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 at the DC9 (1940 9th St., N.W.). Tickets are $5 before midnight, $8 after, and are available at the door. Must be over 21.

Resident DJ Matt Bailer of Mixtape fame spins ’90s hits all night long including retro holiday favorites to keep revelers in a merry mood. Mixtape, formerly a monthly dance party hosted by DJs Bailer and Shea Van Horn, featured an eclectic mix of music during its popular run on the area club circuit. Bailer once more brings the energy to the DC9. Doors open at 10 p.m. and the party begins at 10:30.

More information on this and a host of other holiday events available at dc9.club.

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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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5 days ago

January 23, 2026

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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

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2 weeks 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.