Thirst Trap Thursday

Tuesday night trivia at Spark Social with host Sarah Tonin keeping things fun and competitive. Teams compete for prizes — top 3 take home wins. It's the kind of low-key weeknight gathering that actually gets people talking and laughing, fueled by cocktails and the occasional trivia argument. Reservations recommended.

A biweekly puzzle race where teams compete to finish a 500-piece puzzle while enjoying Red Bear's craft beers and good company. Everyone takes their completed puzzle home — it's the kind of low-key competitive fun that keeps people coming back. Happens every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7pm.

Tuesday nights at JR's blend two things that work better together than they should: retro hits spinning on the sound system and trivia that'll test what you actually remember from the 80s, 90s, and 00s. It's the kind of low-key weeknight thing that builds a crowd of regulars who show up for the music, stay for the banter, and somehow always know the answers to questions about one-hit wonders.

Speed-dating vibes without the pressure—six strangers, one hour, and casual connections over craft cocktails. Free sign-up means you can show up and see who you vibe with. It's the kind of low-key social experiment that actually works, hosted weekly by Spark Social and Go Gay DC.

Wednesday nights at Crush belong to Lena Lett and Tula, who host a drag bingo experience that's part game night, part cabaret. It's the kind of event where you actually want to win — the energy is high, the hosts are sharp, and the room knows how to have a good time.

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. Meet fellow book lovers, share what you're reading, and discover your next favorite author in a space built for queer stories.