Participate in LGBTQ Cultural Celebrations in Washington, DC supporting important causes and bringing your community together. These events celebrate cultural heritage while raising awareness and funds for organizations serving the LGBTQ community.
Join us for Pride Shabbat on June 12th, a fun and heartfelt evening celebrating Jewish LGBTQ+ joy and community, in person and online!
Pride Shabbat
Come join us for a warm and welcoming Pride Shabbat celebration! Whether you’re new or familiar with Shabbat traditions, this is a space where everyone can feel at home. Don’t miss out on this special night of joy and connection with Bet Mishpachah and GLOE!
Friday, 12, 19.30 -
Friday, 12, 22.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
Get ready to celebrate inclusion and fairness at the Equity Ball during Equity Week 2026—let’s dance for change!
✨ EQUITY BALL 2026: WE KEEP US SAFE ✨
Friday, June 12th | Doors Open at 9 PM The Historic Howard Theatre, Washington, DC
Step into the most electrifying night of Equity Week 2026! The National Black Justice Collective invites you to an unforgettable celebration where community, culture, and collective power collide.
THIS IS MORE THAN A PARTY—IT'S A MOVEMENT.
Join us for a night that honors our resilience, celebrates our joy, and reminds us that We Keep Us Safe. Come dressed in your finest camouflage and prepare to witness:
✦ Fierce Ballroom Categories that will leave you gagging
✦ Show-stopping Performances from incredible artists
✦ Awards & Recognition for those leading the charge for equity
✦ Networking with changemakers, visionaries, and allies
✦ Drinks, Dancing & Unmatched Energy all night long
Whether you're a seasoned ball-goer or experiencing your first vogue, this is YOUR night. This is where we celebrate Black LGBTQ+/SGL excellence, build lasting connections, and create space for pure, unapologetic joy.
Special guests to be announced!
💵 Tickets: $20 – Because equity means accessibility.
Don't just attend—be part of the legacy. Secure your spot now, and let's show the world what happens when we come together, keep each other safe, and celebrate who we are.
Commentators:
International Icon Jack Gorgeous Gucci
Legendary Leggoh JohVera
DJ: BelindZz
Categories:
GRAND PRIZE
Runway As A House - $5,000
"Choose Your Ultimate Defender"
Tonight, honor the Legend/Icon that has spent years stamping YOUR house name amongst the fabric of runway legacies. Choose your Legendary/Iconic Defender in a team of 5.
Team members (4) must be in look/s the Defender has won grand prize--the look can be exact or reimagined; bring photo/s. Defender, tonight you are being honored for your GOLDEN contribution to YOUR house. In a head-to-toe gold look, pump for your house and lead them into victory. Houses may have two teams max compete; houses will battle for the overall cash and trophies. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory; 3-minute limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Fem Queen Best Dressed x Designer Delight - $1,500
"Oh say, can you see? She's got the look!"
Tonight, let's merge the brilliance of Designer's Delight and the elegance of FQ Best Dressed! Designers, channel the iconic style of the first lady, Michelle Obama, and reimagine a look paying homage to her fashion legacy (you must provide a photo). We want a BIG reveal to get your look 10s, 10s, 10s, across the board. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory--there is a 2-minute time limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Team Face - $1,500
"The Future Is... FACE/CARTA"
In a futuristic look, show us why your team is THE ONLY roadmap for the FACES of THE FUTURE. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory. There is a 2 min time limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Performance - $1,000
"Still WE Rise"
In honor of all LGBTQIA+/SGL and BIPOC soldiers, bring a military look. WE DECLARE WAR on the floor!
Fem Queens: Space Force, 1 Trophy
Cis-Women: Navy, 1 Trophy
Drag Queens: Air Force, 1 Trophy
Butch Queens: Marine Corps, 1 Trophy
Twisters: Coast Guard, 1 Trophy
Winners compete for cash and the overall Trophy.
________________________________________________________________
Commentator v Commentator - $1,000
"I Have a Dream, in Honor of MC Boom Balenciaga"
Remix a Political or Grassroots Movement Speech into a chant. You have a 2-minute time limit. You must provide audio of the speech you are remixing, no more than 30-45 seconds (the speech must be identifiable in your chant). Productions are encouraged but not mandatory. You have a 2-minute time limit. The winner will be invited to participate in commentary for the rest of the night.
________________________________________________________________
Runway - $1,000
"Steady the road we Trod"
MC Boom Boom was a runway connoisseur and a runway diva himself, tonight we want you bring a look inspired by your favorite runway diva! But have a microphone accompanied with you for ALL battles in honor of MC Boom Boom Balenciaga
BQ European, 1 trophy vs
BQ All American, 1 trophy vs
Cis-Women, 1 trophy vs
Drags, 1 trophy vs
Fem Queens, 1 trophy vs
GNC, 1 trophy
Winners compete for cash and the overall Trophy.
_______________________________________________________________
Realness - $1,000
"Defender of the PEOPLE"
Bring a business formal look ready for court. Don't forget your briefcase and to eloquently state your case (what are you defending?).
Fem Queens, 1 trophy vs
Drag Queens, 1 trophy vs
Transmen, 1 trophy vs
Butch Queens, 1 trophy
Winners compete for the Cash and the overall Trophy.
$500 for Female Figure and $500 for Male Figure.
See you on the floor. 🔥
Friday, 12, 21.00 -
Saturday, 13, 02.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
BQM Annual Picnic Food, music, games & connection. Come vibe, meet new friends & celebrate Black queer joy in the sun!
Come through with your blankets, your favorite snacks, and your full self. Whether you’re new to BQM or a familiar face, this is the perfect space to relax, meet new people, and build real connections.
Expect:
🍉 Good food & shared treats
🎶 Music & chill vibes
🧺 Games + icebreakers
💛 Plenty of opportunities to mingle and make new friends
Bring a friend or come solo — either way, you’ll leave with community.
Let’s make memories, soak up the sun, and celebrate us. 🌈✊🏾
#BQM #BlackQueerJoy #ChosenFamily #SummerVibes
Sunday, 07, 14.00 -
Sunday, 07, 18.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
6:00 pm – Happy Hour*
7:00 pm – Service
8:15 pm – Dinner
Join Rabbi Jenna and the Sixth & I musicians for an inclusive and musical service celebrating the diversity of DC Jewish life.
*Happy Hour is 21+
This event has been generously underwritten by The Revada Foundation of the Logan Family.
The meal provided will be kosher-style pescatarian. With any dietary restrictions, please contact Erica by Friday, May 29. Vegan options are available by request. A vegetarian hechshered kosher meal must be requested no later than 9:00 am Friday, May 29. Please note: tickets are non-refundable.
*Sixth & I strives to offer affordable experiences, including Shabbat dinners. The subsidized price of $18 is intended for young professionals or those with financial need. The true cost of the meal is $45 and is reflective of the rising costs of security, food, and servers. If you are able, please consider covering the full cost of this Shabbat meal.
Friday, 05, 19.00 -
Friday, 05, 21.30
Washington,
DC
_$25
Black Pride / Memorial Day Weekend The Ultimate Day Party where the House Music never stops!
Memorial Day / Black Pride Weekend
Get Ready for GSpot The Ultimate Day Party!
It’s time to kick back, turn up and get into the zone with the hottest House Music in the DMV at GSpot The Ultimate Day Party. This is the place to be if you want an unforgettable in person experience filled with great beats, cool people, and high energy. Don’t miss out—grab your crew and come be apart of the day party everyone will be talking about!
Theme: THE WIZ TO WICKED ...and the color is GREEN
Conveniently located at Farragut North Metro stop on the Red line.
Public street parking near Farragut Square Park NW
Paid Garage Parking at 1710 L Street N.W. that closes at 10:00pm.
Sunday, 24, 15.00 -
Sunday, 24, 21.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
Celebrate Black joy and culture with vibes, classic's & house music, and love this Black Pride-Memorial Weekend!
BLACK PRIDE - MEMORIAL WKND - MAIN EVENT
Get ready to celebrate Black Pride like never before this Memorial Weekend! Join us in person for a vibrant, unforgettable experience full of joy, culture, and community vibes. Bring your energy and your crew to connect, dance to three amazing DJ's DC has to offer, and honor together. It’s gonna be two nights to remember — don’t miss out on this amazing 2026 Black Pride celebration!
2 EVENTS
Friday May 22nd 9pm - As You Are 500th Street SE Washington DC
Saturday May 23rd 5pm Day Party - STRAND DC - 1400 I st NW, WASINGTON DC 20005
Classic's/Old & New Soulful House Feat DJ FRED PIERCE, DJ THOMMY DAVIS & DJ RODNEY
Saturday, 23, 17.00 -
Saturday, 23, 22.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
Live R&B, poetry, and unforgettable vibes. A curated experience bringing music, culture, and community together.
Welcome to Rhymes & Reason: An R&B Experience 🎤✨
Where music meets storytelling, and the vibes speak for themselves.
Rhymes & Reason is more than just an event—it’s a curated experience celebrating the essence of R&B through live performances, spoken word, and intentional community. This is a space where the music hits deeper, the lyrics mean more, and every moment feels personal.
Whether you’re coming for the vocals, the poetry, or the energy in the room, this experience is designed to bring people together through sound, culture, and connection.
🎶 What to Expect:
Live R&B performances from emerging and featured artists
Soulful spoken word and storytelling
Curated music that sets the vibe from start to finish
An intimate, welcoming atmosphere
A room full of energy, connection, and good people
✨ The Vibe:
This is for the lovers of real music.
The ones who feel every lyric.
The ones who understand that R&B is more than a genre—it’s an experience.
Come dressed to express, ready to vibe, and open to connect.
🖤 Our Purpose:
Rhymes & Reason was created to provide a platform for artists to share their voice while building a space where the community can come together, feel seen, and experience the power of music in its purest form.
🎟️ Secure Your Spot:
This is an intimate experience with limited capacity. Once tickets are gone, they’re gone.
Presented by ItsMetheSkintheBeard
Wednesday, 20, 18.00 -
Wednesday, 20, 21.00
Washington,
DC
_$25
Join us for Pride Shabbat on June 12th, a fun and heartfelt evening celebrating Jewish LGBTQ+ joy and community, in person and online!
Pride Shabbat
Come join us for a warm and welcoming Pride Shabbat celebration! Whether you’re new or familiar with Shabbat traditions, this is a space where everyone can feel at home. Don’t miss out on this special night of joy and connection with Bet Mishpachah and GLOE!
Wednesday, 20, 18.00 - Wednesday, 20, 21.00
Washington, DC
0.00
Get ready to celebrate inclusion and fairness at the Equity Ball during Equity Week 2026—let’s dance for change!
✨ EQUITY BALL 2026: WE KEEP US SAFE ✨
Friday, June 12th | Doors Open at 9 PM The Historic Howard Theatre, Washington, DC
Step into the most electrifying night of Equity Week 2026! The National Black Justice Collective invites you to an unforgettable celebration where community, culture, and collective power collide.
THIS IS MORE THAN A PARTY—IT'S A MOVEMENT.
Join us for a night that honors our resilience, celebrates our joy, and reminds us that We Keep Us Safe. Come dressed in your finest camouflage and prepare to witness:
✦ Fierce Ballroom Categories that will leave you gagging
✦ Show-stopping Performances from incredible artists
✦ Awards & Recognition for those leading the charge for equity
✦ Networking with changemakers, visionaries, and allies
✦ Drinks, Dancing & Unmatched Energy all night long
Whether you're a seasoned ball-goer or experiencing your first vogue, this is YOUR night. This is where we celebrate Black LGBTQ+/SGL excellence, build lasting connections, and create space for pure, unapologetic joy.
Special guests to be announced!
💵 Tickets: $20 – Because equity means accessibility.
Don't just attend—be part of the legacy. Secure your spot now, and let's show the world what happens when we come together, keep each other safe, and celebrate who we are.
Commentators:
International Icon Jack Gorgeous Gucci
Legendary Leggoh JohVera
DJ: BelindZz
Categories:
GRAND PRIZE
Runway As A House - $5,000
"Choose Your Ultimate Defender"
Tonight, honor the Legend/Icon that has spent years stamping YOUR house name amongst the fabric of runway legacies. Choose your Legendary/Iconic Defender in a team of 5.
Team members (4) must be in look/s the Defender has won grand prize--the look can be exact or reimagined; bring photo/s. Defender, tonight you are being honored for your GOLDEN contribution to YOUR house. In a head-to-toe gold look, pump for your house and lead them into victory. Houses may have two teams max compete; houses will battle for the overall cash and trophies. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory; 3-minute limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Fem Queen Best Dressed x Designer Delight - $1,500
"Oh say, can you see? She's got the look!"
Tonight, let's merge the brilliance of Designer's Delight and the elegance of FQ Best Dressed! Designers, channel the iconic style of the first lady, Michelle Obama, and reimagine a look paying homage to her fashion legacy (you must provide a photo). We want a BIG reveal to get your look 10s, 10s, 10s, across the board. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory--there is a 2-minute time limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Team Face - $1,500
"The Future Is... FACE/CARTA"
In a futuristic look, show us why your team is THE ONLY roadmap for the FACES of THE FUTURE. Productions are encouraged but not mandatory. There is a 2 min time limit.
_______________________________________________________________
Performance - $1,000
"Still WE Rise"
In honor of all LGBTQIA+/SGL and BIPOC soldiers, bring a military look. WE DECLARE WAR on the floor!
Fem Queens: Space Force, 1 Trophy
Cis-Women: Navy, 1 Trophy
Drag Queens: Air Force, 1 Trophy
Butch Queens: Marine Corps, 1 Trophy
Twisters: Coast Guard, 1 Trophy
Winners compete for cash and the overall Trophy.
________________________________________________________________
Commentator v Commentator - $1,000
"I Have a Dream, in Honor of MC Boom Balenciaga"
Remix a Political or Grassroots Movement Speech into a chant. You have a 2-minute time limit. You must provide audio of the speech you are remixing, no more than 30-45 seconds (the speech must be identifiable in your chant). Productions are encouraged but not mandatory. You have a 2-minute time limit. The winner will be invited to participate in commentary for the rest of the night.
________________________________________________________________
Runway - $1,000
"Steady the road we Trod"
MC Boom Boom was a runway connoisseur and a runway diva himself, tonight we want you bring a look inspired by your favorite runway diva! But have a microphone accompanied with you for ALL battles in honor of MC Boom Boom Balenciaga
BQ European, 1 trophy vs
BQ All American, 1 trophy vs
Cis-Women, 1 trophy vs
Drags, 1 trophy vs
Fem Queens, 1 trophy vs
GNC, 1 trophy
Winners compete for cash and the overall Trophy.
_______________________________________________________________
Realness - $1,000
"Defender of the PEOPLE"
Bring a business formal look ready for court. Don't forget your briefcase and to eloquently state your case (what are you defending?).
Fem Queens, 1 trophy vs
Drag Queens, 1 trophy vs
Transmen, 1 trophy vs
Butch Queens, 1 trophy
Winners compete for the Cash and the overall Trophy.
$500 for Female Figure and $500 for Male Figure.
See you on the floor. 🔥
Wednesday, 20, 18.00 - Wednesday, 20, 21.00
Washington, DC
23.18
