Gay Washington, DC

Gay Washington DC

The nation's capital is more than just politics and protest; DC is a joining place for people from all walks of life and colors of the rainbow. Whether you're in the mood for an educational tour of the White House or would rather galavant around Dupont Circle looking for exciting nightlife and amazing food, there's never a dull moment in this city. Spend a day or three wandering the Smithsonian- an immense collection of 17 museums, and the world-famous National Zoological Park before catching a drag show at one of the many LGBTQ+ bars in town. Over the decades, DC has become one of the most diverse and welcoming cities in America, offering safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to eat, dance, entertain, and educate. 

Explore what Washington, DC has to offer

New DC bar paints Republican elephant over rainbow flag after replacing iconic gay bar

from rainbow to republican

New DC bar paints Republican elephant over rainbow flag after replacing iconic gay bar

The Latinx Movement Festival is all about the concept of convivir

salsa sin salsa

The Latinx Movement Festival is all about the concept of convivir

The insider's gay guide on where to party, eat and stay in Washington DC

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The insider's gay guide on where to party, eat and stay in Washington DC

A royal awakening in Washington, DC — beaver included

unusual bedfellows

A royal awakening in Washington, DC — beaver included

This revolutionary gay bookstore was held together by "all the wiretaps the FBI ran through it"

Pride in Places

This revolutionary gay bookstore was held together by "all the wiretaps the FBI ran through it"

Billy Porter and Keke Palmer will headline the DC Pride parade and festival

capital pride

Billy Porter and Keke Palmer will headline the DC Pride parade and festival

7 tips to dine, dance & drink your way through Washington, D.C.

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7 tips to dine, dance & drink your way through Washington, D.C.

What the owners of DC’s newest gay bar want you to know about queer nightlife

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What the owners of DC’s newest gay bar want you to know about queer nightlife

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Upcoming Events

District of the Dead

Three nights of spook

various locations

October 31 - November 2, 2024

WorldPride

Pride in Washington DC

Dupont Circle

May 23 - June 8, 2025

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Bars & Clubs

Nellie's Sports Bar

DC's gay sports bar and more
U Street Corridor

JR's Bar

Serving since 1986
Dupont

Green Lantern

Off the beaten path
Downtown

The Fireplace

A neighborhood institution
Dupont

Number Nine

Plush bar serving creative cocktails
Logan

Freddie's Beach Bar

Beachy vibes
Northern Virginia

Larry's Lounge

Neighborhood bar with a mixed crowd
Dupont

DuPont Italian Kitchen

Comfortable bar with a welcoming style
Dupont
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Restaurants

Annie's Paramount Steak House

Iconic gay restaurant
Dupont

Busboys and Poets

Dining, dialogue, diversity
U Street Corridor

18th & U Duplex Diner

Kitschy 50s diner with diverse crowd
Dupont

Mr. Henry's Restaurant

Capitol Hill legend
Capitol Hill

Logan Tavern

Logan Circle hotspot
Logan

Lauriol Plaza

Tasty Tex-Mex eats in a sophisticated, urban atmosphere.
Dupont

Hank's Oyster Bar

Modern Take on New England Seafood Stand
Dupont

Trio Restaurant

Old-time gay diner
Dupont
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Hotels

The Dupont Circle Hotel

Chic refurbished hotel in DC's gay district
Dupont

Kimpton Carlyle Dupont Circle

Gay-friendly and in the action
Dupont

The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection

Across Lafayette Park from the White House
Downtown

District Hotel

A little old school, but conveniently located
Logan

Madera

Luxury urban digs in stylish gay neighborhood
Dupont

Park Hyatt Washington D.C.

Near P Street hood
Georgetown

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Beautiful 1920s era digs
Downtown

JW Marriott Washington, DC

Central location
Downtown
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