Out & About
10 LGBTQ events this week
Soccer tourney, a Cake celebration and bear cave among highlights

Below are our picks for some of the most fun and creative things to do this week in the DMV that are of special interest to the LGBTQ community.
Out Professionals Launch

Tuesday, November 15
6-9 p.m.
Number Nine
1435 P Street, N.W.
$10
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Out Professionals is holding a launch event and networking gathering at Number Nine on Tuesday. Looking for a business connection, a new hire, or an opportunity? This is a chance to meet up with other LGBTQ/ally professionals.
DC Boys of Leather November Happy Hour

Thursday, November 17
6 p.m.
Trade
1410 14th Street, N.W.
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Wear your gear and meet up with other leather enthusiasts at this safe and inclusive monthly happy hour. There will be a bootblack on the back patio.
Cake 1st Anniversary Party

Friday, November 18
9 p.m.
Black Cat
1811 14th Street, N.W.
$20/18+
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First anniversary of the Cake party will be held on Friday. DJ Chord and Sean McClafferty bring the music and drag performer Cake Pop! will entertain.
Feast! A Drag Friendsgiving

Friday, November 18
10 p.m.
Songbyrd Music House
540 Penn Street, N.E.
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A late night open stage drag variety show for Friendsgiving hosted by Doming0.
Turkey Bowl

Saturday, November 18
10 a.m.
Long Bridge Park (Boeing Field 1)
Arlington, Va.
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Registration is closed, but you can go cheer on your mates in the Federal Triangles Soccer Club in the annual all-gender soccer event for the LGBTQ+ community.
A Drag Queen Christmas

Saturday, November 18
8 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre
1215 U Street, N.W.
$35-$75
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Join Trinity the Tuck with special guest Todrick Hall for a Drag Queen Christmas show at the Lincoln Theatre on Saturday.
The Bear Cave

Saturday, November 19
9 p.m.
Green Lantern
1335 Green Court, N.W.
No cover
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Hibernate in the Bear Cave with DJ Popperz and dancers MuscleDog Slayer, Helton and Antonio.
Con Acento

Saturday, November 19
9:30 p.m.
JR.’s Bar
1519 17th Street, N.W.
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Celebrate hispanic heritage on Saturday at the Con Acento drag show and dance party at JR.’s hosted by Evry Pleasure featuring Ricky Rosé, Desiree Dik and Labianna.
Brewed Up Drag Brunch

Sunday, November 20
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Red Bear Brewing Company
209 M Street, N.E.
$25 (food not included in ticket price)
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Join Desiree Dik for a drag brunch at Red Bear Brewing on Sunday. The show features Bombalicious Eklaver, Evry Pleasure, Millie Meringue and Tip Boy Pup Indigo.
DC Royale Pageant

Sunday, November 20
9-10 p.m.
Freddie’s Beach Bar
555 23rd Street S
Arlington, Va.
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The Imperial Court of Washington holds the DC Royale Pageant at Freddie’s Beach Bar in Arlington, Va. on Sunday.

SADBrunch will host “Drag Brunch” on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 12 p.m. at Throw Social.
Grab your friends & family, your mimosa, a plate full of food, and join us for Drag Brunch. Five flocking fabulous queens take to the stage to perform in this sassy, extravagant, fantabulous event. Tickets start at $25 and are available on Eventbrite.
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Casa De LGBT hosts speed dating event

Casa De LGBT will host “Gay, DL, Transgender Speed Dating” on Friday, Feb. 14 at 8:00p.m. at 1406 N. Capitol St. NW.
This will be a night of speed dating, deep connections, and good vibes! Whether you’re gay, lesbian, transgender, or queer, this event is designed to bring people together in a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment Come ready to connect, have fun, and maybe even meet someone special. Tickets cost $30 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Friday, February 14
“Center Aging Friday Tea Time” will be at 2 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ+ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more details, email [email protected].
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, join WiTT’s closed Facebook group.
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Happy Hour” at 7 p.m. at Puro Gusto. This event is ideal for making new friends, professional networking, idea-sharing, and community building. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Saturday, February 15
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.
LGBTQ People of Color Support Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is an outlet for LGBTQ People of Color to come together and talk about anything affecting them in a space the strives to be safe and judgement free. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.
Sunday, February 16
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Fun Day Social & Games” at 4 p.m. at Moxy. This event is ideal for making meaningful new connections and informal community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy the group happy hour. Guests may also optionally play shuffleboard, foosball, monopoly, chess, checkers, Jenga, and a host of other board games that are provided. Complimentary popcorn will also be available. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
“MAXXIE LaWOW: Drag Super-shero animated feature + Q&A w/director” will be at 7:45 p.m. at Regal Gallery Place. This animated film is about when drag queens start disappearing and a shy young barista summons his inner super-shero to rescue them from an ambitious evil drag queen bent on harvesting their magical anti-aging tears. Tickets are $13 and are available on Eventbrite.
Monday, February 17
“Wicked Mondaze POP-UP Happy Hour” will be at 5 p.m. at Wild Days. This weekly POC LGBTQ+ event was launched at Wicked Bloom featuring D.C.’s own DJ MIM accompanied by renowned drummer Asha Santee. Come chill with friends, tribe, or your bae and enjoy delicious cocktails and food bites. It’s a celebration for all the Capricorns. Sounds curated by DC’s own DJ MIM & Special Guest DJ Zemi. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Tuesday, February 18
Center Bi+ Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This monthly roundtable 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.
Wednesday, February 19
Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. 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.
Thursday, February 20
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]g or call 202-682-2245.
Virtual Yoga with Sarah M. will be at 7:00p.m. on Zoom. This is a free weekly class focusing on yoga, breathwork, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website.
Poly Group Discussion will be at 7:00p.m. on Zoom. This is an inclusive, welcoming, virtual safer space to talk all things polyamorous. After a quick review of group agreements and a round of introductions, the floor will open for discussion. You can ask your burning newbie questions, get advice on a thorny situation, share your heartwarming or heartbreaking stories, ask for resources, or get clear on the new terms the kids are using these days. Not sure what to talk about? There’ll bechat prompts to prime the conversational pump. This is your space for community, connection, and support. For more details, email [email protected].
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