What we’re about
Welcome to DMV LGBTQ Events!
This group will serve as a source for members of the LGBTQ community within the DC, Maryland and Virginia areas to find fun and exciting parties, shows and events to attend.
All events are produced by local LGBTQ promoters and organizations who plan events for the LGBTQ community with a focus on creating safe spaces for all who attend.
If you are an LGBTQ event organizer or promoter please SUGGEST A NEW MEETUP or send a message requesting access to post your events.
Upcoming events
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LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant
Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd St S, Arlington, VA, USReserve your spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
There is no cover. Support NoVA's only LGBTQ+ bar! There also is no group tab to worry about; order whatever you want on you own. The Go Gay DC Pride happy hour officially starts at 6 p.m. at the purple booth to the left as you walk inside. Enjoy the happy hour drink specials (which last until 7 p.m.) The dinner menu is at https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu
Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets.
This fun happy hour gathering brings LGBTQ+ folk, including Allies, together for conversation. Feel free to invite all your friends to join you there!
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow/Blue lines is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Freddie's is up 23rd Street just a block. Just look for the rainbow flags on the right side of the street!
Freddie's was voted the Best Virginia Bar by Washington Blade readers. Don't like a smoky bar? You are covered: Freddie's is a smoke-free establishment. (Ashtrays are provided in back of the building if smoking is 'your thing').
Freddie's is an LGBTQ+, straight-friendly restaurant and bar. It offers Happy Hour daily from 4-7 pm. https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/
Arrive at any time that's convenient for you.
There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for 21+. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course.
This event is hosted by Go Gay DC, Metropolitan Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit http://www.gogaydc.com
Mingle with fabulous LGBTQ+ folk and allies. Go Gay DC Leader TJ Flavell will be there to greet you. Bring your friends and meet new people from all over the world.
Casual attire is fine.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC
Like the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC
Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDC
Watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies1 attendee
LGBTQ+ Community Brunch @ Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant
Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd St S, Arlington, VA, USBrunch starts at 11 a.m. at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd St. S, Arlington, Virginia 22202. Reserve a spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
Enjoy a delicious brunch and meet LGBTQ+ folk. Make meaningful new connections. The event is free to attend; you simply pay for whatever you order on your own on separate credit card; there's no group tab to worry about.
Name tags will be provided. About 10 LGBTQ+ folk are expected.
The menu is at https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu OR better yet, order the all-you-can-eat buffet that includes a mimosa or coffee/tea or soft drink, and dessert for only $14.99.
Casual attire is fine.
Feel free to invite all your friends to join you there. Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Metro rides are now capped at only $2.50 on weekends, regardless of distance traveled. Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow/Blue lines is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Freddie's is up 23rd Street just a block. Just look for the rainbow flags on the right-hand side of the street! The venue phone number is (703) 685-0555 in case you get lost.
Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets.
Freddie's was voted the Best Virginia Bar by Washington Blade readers. Don't like a smoky bar? You are covered: Freddie's is a smoke-free establishment. (Ashtrays are provided outside the back of the building if smoking is 'your thing').
Freddie's is an LGBTQ+, straight-friendly restaurant and bar. It offers Happy Hour daily from 4-7 pm. https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com
This event is hosted by Go Gay DC, Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com
Arrive at any time that's convenient for you. Go Gay DC Leader TJ Flavell
will be there to greet you.
There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for all ages. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC
Like the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/
Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDC
Watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
Search tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies brunch nonbinary1 attendeeLGBTQ+ Community Monday FunDay Happy Hour @ Punch Bowl Social
Punch Bowl Social Arlington, 4238 Wilson Blvd, Ste. 1180, Arlington, va, USReserve your spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
Looking for something fun to do? We will gather for an extended happy hour at Punch Bowl Social ln Arlington, Virginia! This exciting venue offers a vibrant atmosphere, diverse menu and a wide range of entertainment options (from bowling to arcade games). There's something for everyone to enjoy. See the menu at https://punchbowlsocial.com/location/arlington
Be the life of the party! We will gather in the Record Room bar lounge, which is on the first level. (Simply ask a staffer where it is if you get lost.) Name tags will be available.
This LGBTQ+ community-wide social provides everyone a chance to mingle, socialize and share community spirit in a fun setting. All your friends are welcome. Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. It's FREE to attend. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. Simply pay for drinks using your own credit card or cash; there is no group tab. This is a 21+ establishment., so bring your ID with you.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. This is the place to be.
Go Gay DC is Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. For more fun events like this, visit https://www.gogaydc.com
Go Gay DC founder and leader TJ Flavell will be there.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend.
Be Eco-friendly: You are encouraged to take Metro. Ballston/MU stop is only one city block from Punch Bowl Social. Ballston is served by the Orange/Silver lines. Ballston is also a major bus hub. Punch Bowl Social is on the left end. Go to Metro Trip Planner: https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/
Enter the main glass doors at Ballston Metro Center building, veer right, and go up the escalator. Walk across the sky bridge and you'll reach Ballston Quarter without having to walk outside. Watch the helpful video. Punch Bowl Social is on the left end.
Parking Garage: Ballston Quarter offers public garage spaces available for $1 for 3 hours.
Details: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Transportation/Locations/Ballston-Public-Parking-Garage
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC
Like the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/
Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDC
Watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies1 attendee
LGBTQ+ Book Club @ Federico Ristorante Italiano
Federico Ristorante Italiano, 519 23rd St S, Arlington, VA, USPlease note that Go Gay DC is listing this exciting event as a community service, but is not running the event. Just go and have a fun time!
The monthly LGBTQ+ Book Club meets @ Federico at 7:30 p.m. Simply ask the manager for the Book Club table. This event is also listed on Eventbrite.
We will discuss Byzantine Intersectionality: Sexuality, Gender, and Race in the Middle Ages by Roland Betancourt.
Everyone welcome. Please RSVP in advance by emailing lovellsjl@aol.com . If you wish to optionally dine (on separate checks of course), the menu is at https://www.federicoristoranteitaliano.com/menu/dinner
The Book Club, hosted by EQUALITY NoVa, is yet another opportunity to engage in a fun and rewarding activity. We meet monthly, usually on the third Thursday of each month, at Federico’s for a lively discussion of that month’s selected book. We don’t discriminate when it comes to genre, we read – from classic literature to best selling novels to biographies to histories to gay fiction!
EQUALITY NoVa serves Northern Virginia's LGBTQ+ and Allies and is a strong beacon for equality. It is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) people and straight allies. It provides fun social activities, builds relationships with elected officials, and works with civic groups on community service. For more information, visit https://www.equalitynova.org
This event is being promotionally boosted by Go Gay DC, Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com
Casual attire is fine.
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow/Blue lines is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Federico is half a block up 23rd Street on your right.
Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets.
About 10 LGBTQ+ folk regularly attend.
There's no need to print out and show me your Eventbrite ticket.
Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for all ages. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC
Like the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC
Follow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/
Follow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/
Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDC
Watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary non-binary1 attendee
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