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Thursday • May 26 |
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 5–10 p.m.
Welcome to DC Black Pride Unleashed Happy Hour (Unleashed DC)
Decades DC, 1219 Connecticut Ave NW, WDC 20036
»$10
Happy Hour Specials. Delectable Food on deck. Amazing views of DC from the sexiest rooftop in the city. Drink specials. Bottle specials. Hookah available. Two rocking' DJs DJ Kidd Fresh and DJ Queen HD.
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8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Welcome Back Pride Kickoff (UNCNZRD)
Empire Lounge DC, 1909 9th St NW, WDC 20001
»$10 - $75 • get tickets
The weekend kick-off. Mix, mingle and pop-out THURSDAY ‘OH…It's JUST THE BEGINNING’ welcome to DC party for women in the city! Two levels, 14 sections between both floors. Best hookahs with every flavor option. Large food menu selection. Top shelf and happy hour drink specials.
Sounds by: DJ KOZ + DJ Zemi + DJ Honey |
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9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
The Unity Ball 2022 - Unapologetic
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Pl NE, WDC 20018
Doors Open: 9 p.m.
LSS: 10 p.m.
Ball Starts: 10:30 p.m.
Commentator: Kirk “Boom” Balenciaga
DJ: Tony Play
CATEGORIES
OTA Realness
SBR $100
PBR $100
Thug $100
Exec $100
BQID $100
FQ $100
Transman $100
$300 To overall winner
Realness With A Twist $250
A Revolution of the REAL boys that bend their wrist! You must get 10s in a Realness category to walk.
OTA Sex Siren
MF Jr $100
MF Sr $100
MF Catboy $100
FF $100
$150 To overall winner
Sneaker versus Sneaker $250
OTA Runway
BQ European $100
BQID $100
Trans women $100
Cis Women $100
All American $100
Legends $100
$400 to overall winner
OTA Performance
BQVF $100
BQID $100
FQ $100
Old Way $100
New Way $100
$400 to overall winner
Grand Prize OTA Face (1000 total)
Transman, BQ, Trans Women, Cis Women, Legends 5 trophies
MF winner $250, FF winner $250, Overall Winner $500 more
More Information → |
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 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
The Jump Off (Wet Dreamz)
The Ugly Mug, 723 8th St SE, WDC 20003
Early bird party pass pickup. |
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Friday • May 27 |
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 2 pm - 12 am
Black Pride Wellness Suite Open
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Us Helping Us will continue to connect YOU to health & wellness! Sponsored by DC Health, we will be providing testing at the host hotel during the entire weekend.
Our Wellness Suite will provide HIV and full panel STD testing, safer sex kits and harm reduction supplies. Same-day #PrEP initiation and PEP to those eligible will be provided on-site. |
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2–9 p.m.
Pride Help Desk Open
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown |
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 3–9 p.m.
Welcome Reception (Wet Dreamz)
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
Official Wet Dreamz party pass distribution.
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5–9 p.m.
Rainbow Row: Organization & Vendor Expo
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Participating organizations & vendors
Immerse yourself in Rainbow Row, which will feature organizations and vendors, by us for us, that support and sell products for the LGBTQA+ community. |
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5–9 p.m.
The Bunny Lounge
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary • get tickets
“The Bunny Lounge,” presented by Impulse Group DC and Us Helping Us, will be an adult-only space to celebrate the opening of DC Black Pride 2022. The lounge will feature interactive advocacy games, eye-catching visuals, Eye Candy, and many hands-on and fun activities. There will also be a graffiti wall and a 360 photo booth to memorialize this historical and long-awaited event. There will be plenty of free food, six bars and soul-shaking music for attendees to dance the night away. More details → |
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 5–10 p.m.
DC Black Pride CommUNITY Opening Reception
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Presented by Impulse DC and Us Helping Us, People Into Living, Inc. More details → |
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 4–9 p.m.
Welcome to DC Happy Hour (The Rebirth)
Harlot DC, 2001 11th St NW, WDC 20001
Main pass distribution. |
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 10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
All White Party (Unleashed DC)
KOI, 1413 K St NW, WDC 20005
» $15 Advanced Tickets; $20 before 12 a.m.; $25 after 12 a.m.
Two Bars. Two DJs. One of the sexiest venues in DC.
VIP sections available starting at $305 with complimentary entry for one all other guests must have a ticket. |
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10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Rooftop Fling (UNCNZRD)
Mirror Lounge, 1920 9th St, WDC 20001
»$25 - $100 • get tickets
Two floors. Top shelf drinks and drink specials. Bottle service action. 11 VIP sections. Plenty of street parking. Hosted by the fine ass ladies of Capital Dollhouse Entertainment, Emcee Dnyce, Emcee Qween of da City. Special celebrity host.
Sounds by: DJ L-Stackz, DJ Jai Syncere and DJ Dinero. |
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 10 p.m. – 4 a.m.
The Annual 3000 Men Pride Mega Party (The Rebirth)
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Pl NE, WDC 20018
Featuring a live performance by Tamar Braxton. Hosted by Juss Kelly Huge floor. Huge outdoor patio. Four DJs, 15 Dancers. |
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 10:30 p.m. – 4 a.m.
Elevation Live DC Meets Atlanta
Bliss Nightclub, 2122 24th Pl NE, WDC 20018
Daryl Wilson Promotions, Warren Huntley Entertainment and AC Parties are doing the biggest collab ever. Trina performing live. |
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Saturday • May 28 |
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12 am - 12 am
Black Pride Wellness Suite Open
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Us Helping Us will continue to connect YOU to health & wellness! Sponsored by DC Health, we will be providing testing at the host hotel during the entire weekend.
Our Wellness Suite will provide HIV and full panel STD testing, safer sex kits and harm reduction supplies. Same-day #PrEP initiation and PEP to those eligible will be provided on-site.
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9 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Pride Help Desk Open
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown |
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10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Rainbow Row: Organization & Vendor Expo
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Participating organizations & vendors
Immerse yourself in Rainbow Row, which will feature organizations and vendors, by us for us, that support and sell products for the LGBTQA+ community. |
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 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: Liveable Communities: WHAT Will You NEED to Live in Your Neighborhood?
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Facilitator: Dr. Imani Woody, CEO, Mary's House for Older Adults, The Villages at Mary's House
Presenters: Ms. Cassandra Cantave, Senior Research Advisor (AARP), Mr. Louis Davis Jr (AARP, DC), Ms. Gail Kohn, DC Age Friendly City Coordinator
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 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: Becoming You: The Body Positivity Workshop
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Do you feel good about yourself? Do you need an extra boost in life? Want to learn how to own any room you walk in? Becoming You: The Body Neutrality/Positivity workshop focuses on building self-confidence, love, and appreciation for one's self without feeling left out
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 11–1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: The Evolution of Spirituality in the Black & Latinx LGBTQ+ Community
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Our people continue to be as diverse spiritually and religiously as we are culturally and socially. Our spiritual lives continue to grow and evolve in rich and complex ways.
We hope to facilitate a conversation that will help us to explore and discover the magnificent way that spirit continues to manifest and express itself in all our LGBTQI+ communities. |
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 12–1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: The POC Pride Panel Series
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
The POC Pride Panel Series will intentionally present the space for the necessary discussion focusing on the various experiences, needs, injustices and the supportive needs of Black and Brown LGBTQ+ educators. |
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 12–4 p.m.
WORKSHOP: ONYX University
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Learn about kink and BDSM. Featuring live demos, discussions and panels. Presented by ONYX Mid-Atlantic. |
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 1–2:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: Black Rainbow Love
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Ms. Harvey is celebrating her 20th Speaking Anniversary which began at DC Black Pride 2002. To celebrate, she’ll be premiering her directorial debut Black Rainbow Love. This docuseries tells the stories of black LGBTQ+ in a way that has never been done before. The authentic and transparent stories of love, intimacy, friendship, spirituality, marriage, self-care, community advocacy, purpose, and mental health were extracted from 17 interviews of 28 Lovers. The stories reflect the real lives of real people from a community whose culturally relevant stories aren’t being told, seen, shared, or discussed. Q & A with Angie and several of the featured Lovers from the documentary will follow the screening.
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 2–3:30 p.m.
Writers Forum
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
With special guest James Earl Hardy.
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 2–3:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: What Shoud I Know About DESCOVY for PrEP
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
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 3–9 p.m.
DC Pride Day Party (Wet Dreamz)
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Pl NE, WDC 20018
TS Madison will host DC’s #1 rated Saturday Pride day party. Two massive rooms of music. Four celebrity DJs, 10 sexy dancers. 30 plus VIP tables available.
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 4–5:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP: May is: Trans Folx Mental Health Series - Surviving With Mental Diversity In Our Community Town Hall & Discussion
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Mental Health is a conversation that we all need to have. During this time of COVID 19 we need support and pointers how not to become depressed and stay social to try and get back to our normal behavior. Presented by May is All About Trans. |
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 5–9 p.m.
The Cookout (The Rebirth)
Aqua Nightclub & Lounge, 1818 New York Ave NE, WDC 20002
Performance by Tweet. |
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6 p.m.
Fierceness Served! Film Screening
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
 Fierceness Served! The ENIKAlley Coffeehouse tells the story of a group of artists and activists that helped create a Black LGBT cultural renaissance in Washington, DC in the 1980s and 1990s. |
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 7 p.m.
DC Black Pride Mary Bowman Poetry Slam
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
DC Black Pride Mary Bowman Poetry Slam is a spoken word competition in which poets share original works of works about pain, triumph, adversity, joy, humor, and passionate opinions on politics, socio-economics, cultures, humorous poems, or poems about nothing at all, and are reported to five judges.
It is absolutely free to Slam and to enjoy the show! Thirteen poets will compete in three elimination rounds for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Poets interested in participating should note that this is a poetry competition and your work will be judged by five different individuals from the community.
Poets will be judged on the writing, performance and originality of poems.
Rules
- • Each round judges score the poets on a scale of 0.0 to 10.0 scoring the poets on the writing, the performance and originality of the poem.
- • The top scores move forward in the competition three elimination rounds: 1st round, 13 poets; 2nd round seven poets and 3rd round four poets. Each round is random, we will draw names from a bowl each round. Each round is a clean slate.
- • Time starts when the poet engages the audience.
- • No props of any kind including but not limited to: clothing, jewelry or items brought on stage are allowed. Poets may bring paper or device to read from, but do not reference it, because then it becomes a prop.
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10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
The Main Event (UNCNZRD)
Phantom Lounge, 1327 Connecticut Ave NW, WDC 20036
»$30 - $150 • get tickets
Hosted by WNBA phenom Ty Young. Ceiling smoke show. Plenty of garage parking. Street parking. Hookah. VIP sections (RSVP in advance)
Emcees: Dnyce and Qween of da City. Sounds by: DJ L-Stackz and DJ Honey. |
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10 p.m. – 4 a.m.
The White Party - The Official Saturday Night Main Event of DC Black Pride
Echostage, 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE, WDC 20018
Saucy Santana performing live.
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Sunday • May 29 |
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2 pm - 12 am
Black Pride Wellness Suite Open
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Us Helping Us will continue to connect YOU to health & wellness! Sponsored by DC Health, we will be providing testing at the host hotel during the entire weekend.
Our Wellness Suite will provide HIV and full panel STD testing, safer sex kits and harm reduction supplies. Same-day #PrEP initiation and PEP to those eligible will be provided on-site. |
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9–11 a.m.
Pride Praise Party
Renaissance Washington DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Join us for an authentic Pride Praise fest. Exhortations will be given by local dynamic pastors and bishops. You can sing along with the choir or dance with the drummers. Bring your praise. |
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 12 p.m. & 3 p.m.
DC Black Pride Brunch & Babes Live & In Color, Part 3
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Place NE, WDC 20018
»$20 - $150 • get tickets
Capitol Ballroom Council presents DC Black Pride Brunch & Babes Pt. 3: Live & In Color! An iconic drag brunch raising money for the House and Ballroom community in the DMV area. Hosted by the Mariah Paris Balenciaga of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 3 and All Stars season 5.
1st Show: Seating at 11:30 a.m. | Show begins at 12 p.m.
2nd Show: Seating at 2:30 p.m. | Show begins at 3 p.m.
Small sections are $100 and include one (1) free brunch and a $40 credit towards a second brunch.
Large sections are $150 and include two (2) free brunches and a $30 credit towards a third brunch.
Brunch: $60. Includes tax and gratuity, catered brunch buffet, two hours of bottomless assorted flavor mimosas and more!
After 15 minutes, the table will be resold to patrons on the waiting list and refunds will not be issued. Hookah available for an additional charge.
This is a fundraiser event and all proceeds will go towards the Capitol Ballroom Council. Please note: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. Senior citizens and people with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By visiting our establishment, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
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1–10 p.m.
Supreme Dream Brunch and Day Party (UNCNZRD)
Phantom Lounge, 1327 Connecticut Ave NW, WDC 20036
»$25 - $75 • get tickets
Hosted by and birthday celebration for Washington Mystics' Myisha Hines-Allen. DJ downstairs. DJ and live music upstairs. Hookah on both levels. Brunch or full kitchen, pizza and oyster bar. Roof top, outside and inside seating. Emcees: Dnyce and Qween of da City. Sounds by: DJ Honey + DJ Dinero +DJ L-Stackz. |
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 4–9 p.m.
Deep Deep Inside: The Ultimate DC Black Pride Tea Dance (presented by Women in the Life Association)
Eaton Hotel, 1201 K St NW, WDC 20005
»$20 Advance; $30 Day of • get tickets
After 2 years of cabin fever, enjoy spring fever! It's time to come out, reconnect, and go...DEEP DEEP INSIDE.
Join us for Women in the Life Association's first event in several years, and wear comfortable shoes. As a special treat, we are bringing Barbara Tucker back to perform her hits, "I Get Lifted" and "Beautiful People" also known as "Deep Deep Inside." Get your tickets now. |
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4–9:30 p.m.
Day Dreamz Day Party(Wet Dreamz)
The Bullpen @ Nats Stadium, 1201 Half St SE, WDC 20003
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5 p.m.
African-American Collective presents In The Flesh
First Congregational UCC, 945 G Street NW, WDC 20001
»15 • get tickets
This year's African-American Collective Theater's reader's theater program of short plays by Founding Artistic Director, Alan Sharpe, is the latest installment of ACT's annual "DC Black Pride Weekend LGBTQ+ Theater Showcase" an annual spring tradition for 30 years. We want to keep you safe, so Covid-19 protocols will be in place, including proof of vaccination and mask requirements. More information → |
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5–10 p.m.
The Finale Rooftop Day Party (Unleashed DC)
Twelve After Twelve, 1212 18th Street NW, WDC 20036
Experience dope rooftop and sexy red room vibes, delicious food options, hookah, drink specials, multiple bars and four rockin' DJs: DJ MIM, QUEEN HD THE DJ, DJ DELUXX and DJ KIDD SWAG.
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6:30 p.m.
FANTASTIC VOYAGE: A Black in Space Celebration
THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus
1901 Mississippi Ave SE, WDC 20020
»$10 - $25 • get tickets
In the year 2020, creatives, artists and activists established their own galaxy, far far away from Planet Earth and The Rona; a virus attacking the land.
Since the inaugural Black in Space: A Virtual Black Pride Experience, The Black in Space Star Crew has been traveling through the skies creating out of this world experiences.
The Muvaship is returning to Planet Earth on Sunday, May 29, 2022 to take our beloved stargazers, afronauts and archandroids back to space.
Secure your boarding pass and travel with Black in Space through the skies on a Fantastic Voyage filled with visual vibes, musical menageries and out of this world ear candy.
*Masks are required for this experience regardless of vaccination status.
**Proof of vaccination OR negative COVID-19 test required to board The Muvaship
This experience will be ASL interpreted.
Email us hello@makerslabdc.co, if you require any accommodations i.e. ASL interpretation, wheelchair access, etc. Your experience at this event is important to us!
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 8 p.m. – 3 a.m.
DC Black Pride Ladies Bar Hop Reunion (DJ India)
Elements DC, 1355 U St NW, WDC 20009
» $20 • get tickets
The world-famous DC Black Pride Ladies Bar Hop started on U Street almost 20 years ago. Ladies, DJ India is taking it back to U Street at the brand spankin’ new, beautiful Club Elements (formerly known as the historic Republic Gardens). Afterwards, we’re heading across the street to the afterparty at Pure, where DJ India started her trailblazing, iconic parties. If you didn’t know about the DJ India’s Bar Hop legacy, now ya do.This event has drawn thousands of women from around the world each year — Let’s Make History Again! |
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9 p.m. – 4 a.m.
Daryl Wilson Sunday (Wet Dreamz)
The Park at 14th, 920 14th St NW, WDC 20533
Four floors of nonstop music. Four celebrity DJs.
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 10 p.m. – 3:30 a.m.
Traffic Light Hook Up Party (The Rebirth)
Hard Rock Cafe, 999 E St NW, WDC 20004
Performance by Keri Hilson. |
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 11 p.m. – 4 a.m.
Babylon: A Melanated Toga Experience
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Pl NE, WDC 20018
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$20 – $60 • get tickets
Make your final night of DC Black Pride memorable and come out to party in your togas, looking like gods/goddesses with hundreds of the sexiest melanated men and women from all over the globe under one roof with Alwayz Getting Attention Ent., A Squared Entertainment, and Davon Hamilton Events.
Join hosts, Leryia, Moses, and Brandon Karson. Celebrity MC Brandon Anthony on the mic keeping the energy up. Along with celebrity DJs DJ Obie and DJ Honey. Midnight limited open bar. VIP sections available. Hookah available. Huge dance floor. Huge outdoor patio.
Togas encouraged, not required. |
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Monday • May 30 |
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12–7 p.m.
Pride Festival in The Park
Fort Dupont Park, Minnesota Ave SE, WDC 20019
»Complimentary
Us Helping Us’ annual event is back. Join UHU, DC Black Pride and Daryl Wilson Promotions, LLC for a day of fun, food, performances, games, prizes and more. |
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12–7 p.m.
Pride by River (Project Briggs)
Anacostia Park, 1900 Anacostia Dr, WDC 20020
»Complimentary
For details visit projectbriggs.org.
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 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
The Pride Closeout (Xavier Entertainment & Daryl Wilson)
Public Bar Live, 1214 18th St NW, WDC 20036
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 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Apocalypse Chapter VII (The Rebirth)
Stadium Club, 2127 Queens Chapel Rd NE, WDC, 20018
Just a normal dance party featuring our best blessed 15+ gogo dancers. |
