What we’re about
Go Gay DC is Metro Washington, DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ Community. It's the newest sensation focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast.
Designed as a civic booster, it fosters inclusive community spirit. Join Go Gay DC for FREE and enjoy fabulous socials. This is for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBT or Q), Allies and more. It's "Totally Hip and Happening" for Washington, DC-area gay folk and allies.
Go Gay DC is the most popular LGBTQ Meetup in DC. Founded by TJ Flavell, Go Gay DC is a revolutionary use of new media, keeping you in the know 24/7. Check out the calendar tab to see what is happening. Celebrate Pride every day!
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Disclaimer
In no event will anyone be liable to any party for any direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising from attending an event. Attendance to our events is at your own risk. The organizer, co-organizer, host, and Meetup, are not responsible for your having too much fun, loss, damage, theft, injury to oneself or equipment, allergic reactions, slipping on banana peels, choking on shrimp, too much glitter, speeding/parking/red light tickets, or accidents with your vehicle.
PS- Go Gay DC is entirely grassroots-driven. Please be sure to tell all your friends to join you at our events to help it grow.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ The CommentaryThe Commentary, Arlington, VA
Reserve your spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count. The first 100 to RSVP will get in. This signature social event happens monthly and brings together LGBTQ+ folk from all over the DMV and the world! Better yet, there is no cover.
Meet LGBTQ+ folk and make meaningful new connections. This free to attend social event is ideal for making new friends, casual professional networking, idea-sharing, and community building. Or just unwind and enjoy the extended happy hour specials.
The Commentary is all about coming together and connecting in conversation and shared experiences. It is the hotel restaurant/bar lounge located inside the Westin Arlington Gateway, 801 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22203. See map.
You can still enter from the hotel side; but, you will see an entrance dedicated solely to The Commentary.
The Commentary is attached to the Westin hotel.
This free to attend social is hosted by Go Gay DC, which is Metro Washington DC's LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. For more fun events like this, visit https://www.meetup.com/GoGayDC
Go Gay DC Leader TJ Flavell will be there to greet you.
EQUALITY NoVa is a promotional partner. It 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.
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.The Ballston stop is only two city blocks from the Westin. The South Elevator exit is closest. Ballston is served by the Orange/Silver lines. Ballston is also a major bus hub. Go to Metro Trip Planner: https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/
Note: The Westin unfortunately no longer offers complimentary parking. If you must drive, nearby Ballston Quarter has public spaces available for $1 for 3 hours. Details: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Transportation/Locations/Ballston-Public-Parking-Garage
Feel free to invite all your friends!
If you wish to dine there, the menu is All American eatery infusing East Coast ingredients with a West Coast flair. Of course the staff still will be fabulous. See the menu.
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.
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies Nonbinary Non-binary
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on X
https://twitter.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC - LGBTQ+ Community Brunch @ Freddie's Beach BarFreddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, Arlington, VA
NEW! The brunch now officially 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 20 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, depening on 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
Go Gay DC is 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.meetup.com/GoGayDC
EQUALITY NoVa is a promotional partner. It 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
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.
For more exciting events like this, stay tuned to Go Gay DC at https://www.meetup.com/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.
Search tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies brunch nonbinary
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on X
https://twitter.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC - LGBTQ+ Community Dinner @ FedericoFederico Ristorante Italiano, Arlington, VA
Reserve a spot for free on Eventbrite in advance so we can provide accurate guest reservations.
Dine with fabulous LGBTQ+ folk and allies and make meaningful new connections. We will gather at Federico Ristorante Italiano. Federico is your destination for authentic Italian cuisine, drinks, and decadent desserts.
The event is free to attend; any drinks or meal are on your own. If you wish to optionally dine (on separate checks of course), see the menu.
Don't forget dessert! Federico is known for its desserts, including Tiramisu, Cannoli, Chocolate Fudge Cake, Creamy Cheesecake, Crema Caramel, Spumoni, Cherries Jubilee, and Great Falls Dairy Ice Cream.
This fun dining 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. For more fun events like this, visitVisit https://www.meetup.com/GoGayDC
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, but dressing up is fine too.
Feel free to invite all your friends to join you there.
Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets. Street Parking is free at 8 p.m. on Saturdays in Arlington.Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Metro rides are now capped at only $2.50 on weekends, depening on distance traveled. Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow/Blue line 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 23ed Street on your right.
About 10 LGBTQ+ folk are expected.
EQUALITY NoVa is a promotional partner. It 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
There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.
Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc
For more exciting events like this, stay tuned to Go Gay DC at https://www.meetup.com/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.
Search tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies non-binary nonbinary
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on X
https://twitter.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC - INSIDE OUT LGBTQ+ Radio ShowLink visible for attendees
TUNE INTO DC’s ONLY LGBTQ TALK RADIO SHOW THIS MONDAY and EVERY MONDAY. 6pm-7pm ET at WPFW 89.3FM
Tune in, Call in, and Share your Voice. Listen live on the WPFW website at https://wpfwfm.org/radio/
After the show, it will be available as an iTunes or Google play, and archived at WPFW. Like the show's Facebook Page at
https://facebook.com/InsideOutLGBTradio/Go Gay DC is helping to get the word out about this exciting show.
Go Gay DC is Metro DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.meetup.com/GoGayDC
Go Gay DC's Founder and President is TJ Flavell.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on X
https://www.twitter.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
