What we’re about
Join for FREE today 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 Maryland. 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 2015. it includes all LGBTQ+ in Maryland. It's a new day, a new era, and this facilitates valuable connections for personal, professional, and business success.
Better yet, you may join this cosmopolitan group regardless of where you reside, be it DC, NoVA, Maryland or wherever, you are welcome. Our events are the rage! This group hosts a monthly networking social at an exciting venue in Maryland. 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 LGBTQ+ Community. You are welcome to join that as well to stay in the know.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- LGBTQ+ Community Pride Happy Hour @ DIK BarDuPont Italian Kitchen, Washington, DC
Reserve a spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count. DIK Bar is located upstairs.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that historic DIK Bar (aka Windows) is hosting Go Gay DC! Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 20 LGBTQ+ folk from all over the DMV and world are expected.
This event is ideal for making new connections and community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour.
Arrive anytime that's convenient for you! Most attendees will likely arrive by 7:00 p.m.
You're welcome regardless of where you live. Bring friends and meet new people. This is the place to be. This LGBTQ and Allies community-wide social provides everyone a chance to socialize, network, and share community spirit in a spacious setting.
This free social 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 http://www.gogaydc.com
At this exciting event, you'll even get to meet Go Gay DC's Founder TJ Flavell!
Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. Name tags will be provided. It's FREE to attend; cash bar. There will be a bartender on duty; cash or credit card is fine. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. The event is free to attend but registration is highly recommended to get in. See the happy hour menu.
Dupont Italian Kitchen has been serving delicious Italian cuisine for over 30 years. But it’s so much more than just another Italian restaurant. It’s a second home to a loyal crowd of regulars, a hangout spot for LGBTQ+ residents and their families, and a beloved part of the 17th Street community. It’s one of the District’s top spots for people watching—where you can enjoy a Mimosa or Sangria on the patio as the crowds pass by. But perhaps most importantly, it’s one of the rare restaurants left in DC that retains a small-town feel—where the customers and staff know each other on a first-name basis.
Invite your friends.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
(Note to handicapped There is unfortunately no elevator.)
Go Gay DC is on social media:
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https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
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https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary non-binary
- LGBTQ+ Community Pride Brunch @ Freddie's Beach Bar & RestaurantFreddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, Arlington, VA
Brunch 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, 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 http://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 X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCSearch tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies brunch nonbinary
- Out and About in Shirlington LGBTQ+ Pride Happy Hour @ Palette 22Palette 22, Arlington, VA
Reserve a spot on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Palette 22 is hosting Go Gay DC! Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 30 LGBTQ+ folk are expected. Palette 22 offers modern street food spanning the globe served in a bustling art studio & gallery atmosphere.
This event is ideal for making exciting new connections and community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour. See the happy hour menu.
Arrive anytime that's convenient for you! Most attendees will likely arrive by 6:00 p.m. We will gather at the tables in the back of the bar. There is no pressure to order any food or drink; it is just optional.
You're welcome regardless of where you live. Bring friends and meet new people. This is the place to be. This LGBTQ and Allies community-wide social provides everyone a chance to socialize, network, and share community spirit in an artsy setting.
This free to attend social is hosted by Go Gay DC. Go Gay DC's Leadership Team will be there to greet you. Go Gay DC is 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 exciting event, you'll even get to meet Go Gay DC's Founder TJ Flavell!
Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. Name tags will be provided. It's FREE to attend; cash bar. There will be a bartender on duty; cash or credit card is fine. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. The event is free to attend but an RSVP is encouraged.
Invite your friends.
Please Note: The event guest list numbers that you see here on Meetup don't display the actual total number of guests going to the event and should not be used to make a decision as to whether to attend an event. We use Eventbrite as the primary way to keep track of RSVPs. We get the word out through multiple avenues; Meetup is just one of many.
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 X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary non-binary
- LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ CrushCrush, Washington, DC
Reserve your spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Crush is hosting Go Gay DC! Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 20 LGBTQ+ folk from all over the DMV and world are expected.
This event is ideal for making new connections and community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour.
Arrive anytime that's convenient for you! Most attendees will likely arrive by 7:00 p.m.
You're welcome regardless of where you live. Bring friends and meet new people. This is the place to be. This LGBTQ and Allies community-wide social provides everyone a chance to socialize, network, and share community spirit in a spacious setting.
This free social is hosted by Go Gay DC. Go Gay DC's Leadership Team will be there to greet you. Go Gay DC is Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. Visit http://www.gogaydc.com
At this exciting event, you'll even get to meet Go Gay DC's Founder TJ Flavell!
Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. Name tags will be provided. It's FREE to attend; cash bar. There will be a bartender on duty; cash or credit card is fine. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. The event is free to attend but registration is highly recommended to get in. See the happy hour menu.
Step into a venue where inclusivity isn't just a promise but a vibrant reality. Imagine an all-inclusive entertainment haven where diversity isn't just celebrated, it's embraced as the very heartbeat of our venue. From the kaleidoscope of orientations to the rich spectrum of skin tones, every individual finds their place in the space. At Crush, laughter resonates in harmony with the beat of acceptance, where every performance, every gathering, is a testament to the beauty of unity. The dream isn't just to entertain, but to create a sanctuary where differences dissolve into the magic of shared experiences. Welcome to a place where love knows no bounds, and the only color or preference that matters is the vibrant tapestry of humanity itself. Operators of the legendary Cobalt Dance Bar came together to create a new entertainment space that bridges the gap of labels.
Invite your friends.
Be eco-friendly: The venue is walkable from Dupont Circle Metro station on the Red Line as well as U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Metro station on the Green line.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies
Invite your friends.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary non-binary(Note to handicapped There is unfortunately no elevator.)
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.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC
