This Weekend in Washington

Underbelly is back and it's all bodies, all welcome. Show up in whatever makes you feel good, hit the dance floor with Phil Reese spinning, grab a drink, meet people who actually get it, and fuel up on Lucky Pollo...

First and third Fridays belong to Sashay — the night Nellie's transforms into pure dance floor energy with rotating drag performances and a crowd that knows how to start the weekend. Host Druex Sidora sets the tone, and Drag Power...

Friday nights belong to the All Stars fans who show up for live commentary, rotating drag performances between episodes, and a room full of people who actually know their lip sync assassins. Red Bear's taproom becomes ground zero for the...

Vitamin C is JR's weekly Friday night drag showcase—a rotating lineup of local performers, a packed dance floor, and the kind of crowd that knows how to celebrate. No cover means there's no reason not to show up and see...

Gear Night is where the leather and fetish community comes to celebrate what they're wearing—or not wearing. Whether you're strapped in your favorite gear or rolling up as you are, there's always something happening on the dance floor. No cover,...

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,...