There are typically rainbow-adorned memorabilia/souvenirs at these events in the form of t-shirts and flags. Team DC organizes Washington’s “Pride Night OUT Sports Series,” which means themed events for the LGBTQ community at home games for the Redskins, Capitals, Nationals, DC United, Mystics, Prodigy, and more. There are numerous events throughout the Capital with the Pride Parade and Festival closing out the week. The night includes dancing, drag performances, and an open bar. The Incrediball: The Capital Pride Honors and Kick-Off Party is held at the start of the event. Each year since then, the Capital Pride Alliance organizes one of the largest pride events in the country. June 1975 marks the first annual Pride event in DC. Where: 1609 27th Street NW The Duplex Diner That same sentiment still greets customers today. There’s a famous story that’s told over and over at Annie’s about two men who were holding hands under the table but when spotted by Annie, she told them, “You don’t have to hide that here,” and encouraged them to hold hands on top of the table. The restaurant has been an anchor in the community since it opened its doors in 1948. In 2019 it was named an American Classic by the James Beard Foundation. Where: 1317 14th Street NW Annie’s Paramount SteakhouseĪnnie’s has long been regarded as a safe haven for the LGBTQ community. If you’re looking for a place to eat during Pride, head to Pappe as it features True Colors Cava, which donates a portion of their sales to the LGBTQ community.
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There are several naan options, but you can’t go wrong with the garlic naan. The menu has several entrees including Palak with chicken, as well as lots of dishes to share. Step under the rainbow flag and inside Pappe for brunch, lunch, or dinner and treat yourself to some of the most delicious Indian food you can find in DC. Photo: Pappe DC + Reema Desai/Facebook Pappe Where: 1410 14th Street NW Pitchers and A League of Her Own And if you’re lucky enough to be in town for New Year’s Eve, you can take part in their New Queers Eve celebration with a few shows, music, and booze. They’ve usually got something special going on at least four nights a week. Grab a seat in the window and people watch or show up later for one of their events.
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You’ll know you’re in the right spot when you see the big rainbow taped on the outside window. Just a short walk from the mentioned Number Nine, Trade is also located in Logan Circle and is known for its huge happy hour cocktails, which it calls its XL Happy Hour. Their Instagram calls them “…a meeting place for all things sports and LGBTQ+!” If you can’t make it to the brunch or tickets are sold out, no worries - they have something going on every single day of the week. You’ll need tickets for the drag brunch, but it includes the show, an all you can eat buffet, a drink, and the tip. Because DC does brunch, and it does it well. If you’re going to spend a weekend in DC, then prepare to brunch.