About us
Join for FREE and expand your professional network. You'll be invited to attend fabulous lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning or queer (LGBTQ) professional networking social events at gay-friendly lounges in Northern Virginia. Our members are hard-working people from a variety of disciplines such as military, government, banking, law, medicine, new media, interior or fashion design and communications. We all share the same desire to enjoy the company of like-minded professionals in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.
Our group is welcoming and inclusive, respectful of everyone under the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning or queer (LGBTQ) rainbow and straight allies.
Build a stronger base of professional contacts. Share ideas and job possibilities, tap expertise, or meet potential clients or business partners. Benefit by making new connections and honing ideas. There are no membership dues to be a part of it. Nor are there referral expectations like BNI's. Just show up, meet new people, and have fun!
Founded by TJ Flavell, this group sets an exciting new paradigm. Established in summer 2014. it includes LGBTQ+ in the greater Washington, DC area. It's a new day, a new era, and this facilitates valuable connections for personal, professional, and business success.
You may join this cosmopolitan group regardless of where you reside, be it NoVA, DC, or Maryland, or wherever, you are welcome. Our events are the rage!
This group hosts a monthly networking social at exciting venues in the DC area. Join today for free to stay informed about these and other upcoming events.
This Meetup is affiliated with the popular Go Gay DC - Metro DC's Inclusive LGBTQ+ Community. You are welcome to join that as well to stay in the know. It's the newest sensation focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit the new website at https://www.gogaydc.com
Upcoming events
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LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant
Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd Street South, 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 is no cover. There also is no group tab to worry about; order whatever you want on you own. The Go Gay DC happy hour officially starts at 5:30 p.m. We will gather inside at the purple booth to the left as you enter. 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
At this event you'll be able to meet Go Gay DC's Leader, TJ Flavell.
Mingle with fabulous LGBTQ+ folk and allies. 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/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies
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LGBTQ+ Community Brunch
Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd Street South, 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.
Enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet that includes a mimosa or coffee/tea or soft drink, and dessert for only $14.99. Or order à la carte from the regular menu is https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu.
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 being 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
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/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies brunch nonbinary
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LGBTQ+ Community Coffee and Conversation @ As You Are.
As You Are, 500 8th St. SE, Washington, DC, DC, USReserve a spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
Make new friends and meaningful new connections. Join us for the coffee shop gathering at as you are, a wonderful safe space in DC!
Look for the Go Gay DC sign on one of the tables. We will be wearing name tags. This is a good event to attend if you like facilitated conversation.
When you arrive, obtain a name tag, order on your own from the menu if you wish and gather with about 10 LGBTQ+ folk around the sofa for relaxed conversation.
Feel free to invite your friends to join you.
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Metro rides are capped at $2.50 on weekends, regardless of distance travelled. Eastern Market Metro (Blue/Orange/Silver lines) is only a few blocks away. The venue is where the Banana Cafe used to be. The area is generally considered safe.
There is also free street parking in DC on Sundays. There is a free parking lot underneath the freeway overpass adjacent to the Marine Corps barracks.
This event is being 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
At this event you'll even get to meet TJ Flavell, Go Gay DC's founder.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.
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 Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI lesbian gay bisexual transgender queer nonbinary non-binary intersex
1 attendee
LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ Corella Cafe Bethesda
Corella, 4646 Montgomery Ave,, Bethesda, MD, USReserve your spot on Eventbrite
so we have an accurate guest count.There is no cover. Looking for something fun to do? We will gather for a happy hour at Corella Cafe in Bethesda! A cozy and welcoming bar offering oversized cocktails for happy hour and a festive atmosphere free of pretension. Walk in as a stranger and leave as a friend!
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.
Corella Café & Lounge is located in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland. With minimalist aesthetics and soaring 23-foot ceilings, this light-drenched venue creates an ideal atmosphere where friends, wanderers and adventurers can share dishes and drinks. The happy hour menu is at https://www.corellabethesda.com/menus?menu=happy-hourNoteworthy is MADONNA OF THE TRAILS, the Private Label IPA, Pale Ale Locally-Brewed At Silver Branch Brewing Company for only $6.
This event is being 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
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. Bethesda Metro is the closest stop. Go to Metro Trip Planner: https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.
There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.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 Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies
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Past events
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