LGBTQ+ Events in Washington

Saturday evening at JR's belongs to the showtunes crowd — a room full of people who know every word, a bartender ready to pour, and the kind of singalong energy that makes you remember why you love this place. No...

Learn to crochet your own headbands and bandanas in this beginner-friendly class at Little District Books. No experience needed — all supplies and tools are included, and you'll have finished pieces to take home by the end of the three-hour...

LOBO brings the leather and gear community together for a night where the dress code is strict and the energy is raw. No cover, no pretense — just the people who show up ready to play. Saturday nights at District...

Sidekick and Alex Love take over Crush for a night dedicated to the Queen of Pop. No cover, special Madonna giveaways courtesy of Absolut, and a dance floor ready to worship at the altar of Madge. Saturday nights at Crush...

LOBO cranks up the heat with a night built for the leather and kink community — music that moves, a packed dance floor, and a room full of people who show up as themselves. This is the kind of event...

Sunday afternoons at Crush belong to the people who show up early, stay late, and don't mind free hot dogs while they last. DJ Matt Bailer takes over at 4pm, turning the dance floor into the neighborhood's most reliably fun...

The biggest match of the year is live on Nellie's big screens, and the energy is going to be electric. Kickoff at 3 PM means the whole afternoon belongs to you — grab a seat, order a drink, and watch...

A book club for LGBTQ+ readers who love fantasy, sci-fi, adventure, and all the queer stories in between. Meet fellow readers, discuss the books you're devouring, and find your next favorite author in a space that gets it. Hosted at...

Sunday nights at BUNKER belong to reggaetón — the kind of night where perreo anthems and Latin club hits keep the floor packed until close. DJ Alvamp takes over all night with nonstop dembow, old-school classics, and today's hottest tracks,...

The showtunes night that's become a Monday institution at JR's — a room full of people who know every word, a bartender who takes requests seriously, and the kind of singalong energy that reminds you why this music matters. No...

Drag Bingo is a reliably fun night where the laughs come fast, the prizes are real, and Tiffany D Carter and guest host Frieda Poussay keep the energy high. It happens every first and third Tuesday — and here's the...

Tuesday nights at JR's blend the best of both worlds: retro music that takes you back, plus trivia that keeps your brain sharp. No cover means there's zero reason not to show up and spend the evening with people who...

A weekly gathering for readers diving into essential LGBTQ+ literature and queer voices across all genres. Meet fellow book lovers at Little District Books on Wednesday nights to discuss what you're reading, discover new authors, and build community around stories...

A book club for readers who love horror, thriller, and dark speculative fiction with queer characters and themes. Meet monthly at Little District Books to discuss what scared you, what moved you, and what stuck with you long after the...

A monthly gathering for readers who want to dive into stories about queer romance, relationships, and love in all its forms. Whether you're into contemporary fiction, memoirs, or genre romance with LGBTQ+ characters at the center, this is your people....

A Black underwear party that brings trap, house, bounce, and Afrobeats together with pure DC energy. The 202 is built for good music, familiar faces, new connections, and the kind of night that keeps you dancing way longer than you...

Drag Bingo with Tiffany D Carter and guest host Frieda Poussay — the monthly event that proves bingo is way more fun with a drag host, live entertainment, and actual prizes on the line. First Tuesday of every month, fully...

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence bring their signature blend of irreverence and heart to bingo night—call out numbers, win door prizes, and know that every bit of fun is going toward a cause that matters. It's the kind of evening...