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A Gay Day
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A Gay Night Out
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D.C. Happenings
in D.C.
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Top D.C. Eateries
D.C. on a Budget
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Gay Getaway
Multitude of Museums
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The Best
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in Virginia
Gay Bars and Clubs
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A Gay Day in Washington, D.C.
The crowds can’t get enough of Ben’s Chili Bowl
Warning: This is not your typical D.C. Guide If you’re looking for a walkthrough of the “standards” (The White House, The Washington Memorial, The Capitol Building, etc.) I suggest Google -- last I checked there were 45,673 D.C. Walking Guides, but this isn’t one of them. If you’re looking to get off the beaten path and explore a more local, colorful side of D.C., keep reading, you’re in the right place. D.C. is an extremely walkable city, the path below comes out to be about 10 miles. If walking isn’t your forte, the city offers a bike share program and a super cheap ($1) bus aptly named the circulator, not to mention the Metro system. As for hotel options, I recommend The Downtown Renaissance (999 9th St. NW). It’s centrally located to both the tourist and local favorite hot spots and it has a killer in-house food menu. Perfect for when you’re drained from all that walking and just want to eat in your underwear in your room before a midday nap, not that I’m speaking from experience. After you’ve thrown your bags in the hotel room, I beg you to avoid the temptation to walk south towards “The Mall” -- there’s not even any shopping! Instead head north towards Columbia Heights. While walking up 9th Street, keep an eye out for Buttercream (1250 9th St.). Everything is amazeballs, but I recommend the cinnamon honey deliciousness that is the “Queen B.” How 4
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can you resist a baked good named after Beyoncé?! With your newfound sugar high, keep walking (and take note of the “gay” bar Nellie’s -- you’ll end up there later) and head down U Street. Since it’s never too early for a margarita, you’ve got to stop in El Rey (919 U St.). It’s a sexy, partially outdoor bar made of reclaimed shipping containers. Now that you’ve got a bit of a buzz on and your inhibitions are lowered, stop by the Lincoln Theatre (1215 U St. NW). Be spontaneous and see whatever show is playing that night! I got lucky and saw Bianca Del Rio. Still buzzed enough from your margaritas for the calories not to matter, you should walk a block down and get a chili dog or fries at Ben’s Chili Bowl. Ben’s is a historic spot that attracts locals & celebrities for their spicy hot dogs, chili-cheese fries & milkshakes! It’s not the classiest or upscale of establishments, but holy crap the chili is BANGING! And speaking of banging, now I’m definitely not bottoming for you!
With a full stomach it’s time to continue your tour of D.C.’s lesser visited neighborhoods. Head west towards Adams Morgan, and with enough patience and some stamina you’ll find yourself at the entrance of The National Zoo. And the best part? It’s free AND gorgeous (3001 Connecticut Ave. NW). After you’ve checked out the Asian Elephants, Giant Pandas, Otters, Bears and a few other gay animal stereotypes, leave the zoo and head south. You’ll probably be exhausted, so nobody will judge you if you call an Uber. If you still have some walking left in you, head south on Connecticut Ave through Dupont Circle (great selfie opportunity). Find your way back to your hotel to give your feet a rest and order room service. If you took my advice about choosing The Renaissance, I recommend their beef tip sandwich -made a tired boy happy.
DC’s very own Gay Men’s Chorus at the Lincoln Theater
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Credit Kyle Gustafson, Janelle Monae at the Lincoln Theater
A Gay Night Out in D.C. Rested, and ready to go, the number of bars I could recommend are endless. Unlike some other cities, the gay bars in D.C. are scattered. For your safety and comfort, I recommend budgeting for a few uber / taxi trips. Walking through a city you don’t know at night can be terrifying and you’ll probably get lost. If you’re feeling risqué, you’ve got to check out Secrets, a night club offering all-male nude dancers & drag shows in a convivial atmosphere (1824 Half St. SW). I recommend going early, you’ll get more 1-on-1 time with the dancers and it will leave you enough time to head back north to Nellie’s (900 U St. NW). If Nellie’s doesn’t suit your style (who knew a gay sports bar would be so popular), you can hop right next door to DC9 to do some dancing. Washington’s gay scene is known for it’s variety of rotating parties, so definitely do your research ahead of time to see which parties are popping up. I recommend Peach Pit -- it’s a ‘90s dance party! After all, the ‘90s are the new ‘80s.
Bill is down for a Party with Peace Pit
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Look out for this sign to find Secrets
The Next Day One of the best ways to experience the National Monument is to get your hungover ass up early on Sunday and go for a run/walk through the mall. The lack of tourists provide ample space, less headache, and better photos. Plus, if you’re up before 10 you’ll beat the brunch crowd. I totally recommend Busboy and Poets (multiple locations) for brunch. Their mimosas are just $5 and they have quite the collection of brunch selections, though the real reason to go is for the art, music, and books that litter the store. If you’re not in a rush to get back to your home, I recommend popping into A Baked Joint for a s’mores bar and a coffee (440 K St. NW).
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D.C. on a
Budget
5 To-Do’s that Won’t Break the Bank
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2: D.C. by Foot, the city’s highest-rated city tours offer pay-whatyou-want adventures throughout the city, including to the National Mall, Tidal Basin and Arlington National Cemetery. Food, bike and bus tours are also available. Washington.org/ find-dc-listings/dc-foot 8
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3: Located less than a mile east of the U.S. Capitol and just a block north of Pennsylvania Ave., Eastern Market houses a variety of local vendors peddling delectable wares. On weekends, vendors pitch tents on the sidewalks and offer an array of fabulous items, from colorful soaps and scarves to fresh vegetables.
4: Capital Bikeshare is a fun alternative to walking for out-of-towners who want to explore the city on their own terms. Visitors can purchase a one-day or three-day pass (CapitalBikeShare.com).
5: Need to burn off that big meal from the night before? Then take a run around the Tidal Basin near the Jefferson Memorial. The water and vistas of the city’s monuments are stunning any time of the year. In spring, the area is festooned with pink cherry blossoms.
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The Coupe 3415 11th St. NW 202.290.3342 TheCoupeDC.com Located in the heart of the now-trendy Columbia Heights neighborhood, 9
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The Coupe offers “upscale” cheap cuisine. Savor a delectable tofu quiche, or nosh on a plate of five banana pancakes, both for under $10.
The Diner 2453 18th St. NW 202.232.8800 DinerDC.com A D.C. institution—and a fabulous gay gathering spot—The Diner serves breakfast all day, and most dishes are available for under $12.50.
Multitude of
Museums
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The National Gallery of Art 6th & Constitution Ave. NW 202.737.4215 NGA.gov This is one bad museum! Paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculptures, medals, and decorative arts that trace the development of Western Art from the Middle Ages to the present line the walls of this stunning building. I’ve been to the Louvre in Paris, and the Mona Lisa’s got NOTHING on some of the pieces in this building.
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2: Culture, History
& Heritage Museums International Spy Museum
800 F St. NW 202.393.7798 SpyMuseum.org Just because we’re adults doesn’t mean we can’t have a bit of fun. My trip to the International Spy Museum had my heart and mind racing the whole time. Some of the inventions designed for spies are so creative you’ll be begging for the prototypes to make your days a little easier.
3: Monuments,
Memorials & Landmarks Pool and Surrounding Monuments 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir. NW 202.426.6841 NPS.gov I hesitated to include monuments in this section about museums, but you’d be remiss to skip out on the breathtaking feeling of walking under The Washington Monument while looking at The White House. Doubleback around and pop into the Lincoln Memorial while taking a moment to reflect at the Reflecting Pool… see what I did there?
Besides housing the most powerful men (and women) in the country, Washington is also known for its plethora of Museums. I tried to count, but after hitting 90 different museums, I lost count. It’s definitely safe to say that there’s a place to explore, reflect, and learn for anyone visiting D.C. This summer the District is celebrating 100 years of Museums with A LOT of special events! My word limit is strict for this publication so I’ve narrowed down my favorites in 5 categories.
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Smithsonian National onal Zoo 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW | 202.633.4888 2.633.4888 | NationalZoo.si.edu Bears, otters, and twinks not only come together at the local gay bars, but bu also at the zoo! Similar to the International Spy Museum, let your guard down and be a kid again! 1,800 animals from 300 different species reside at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. Their best known residents are the giant pandas, but the zoo is also home to great apes, big cats, Asian elephants, birds, amphibians, reptiles, small mammals, and a lot more!
5: My Personal Favorite Museum Newseum 555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Newseum.org | 202.292.6100 After visiting 22 museums, The Newseum stands out as an EPIC favorite! It boasts 15 theaters and 15 galleries dedicated to the past, present and future of news and journalism. The Newseum’s Berlin Wall Gallery includes the largest display of sections of the Berlin Wall outside of Germany. Starting July 1st, you can explore a unique graphic novel-style exhibit featuring a rare original of the first newspaper printing of the Declaration of Independence!
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D.C. Happenings 2016
JULY Independence Day Festivities: More than 100 marching band units step out at noon along Constitution Avenue for the Fourth of July parade. Musical groups entertain from midafternoon until evening. The National Symphony Orchestra and all-star guests perform at 8 p.m. before a spectacular fireworks show at 9:20 p.m. Capital Fringe Festival: Audiences can choose from more than 500 audacious and inventive performances of theater, dance, music, poetry and puppetry performed by more than 120 local, national and international artists at more than 30 of the city’s unique venues.
AUGUST Restaurant Week Metro D.C.: For one week in August—and one in January—more than 200 of D.C.’s best restaurants offer prix fixe meals. Don’t miss this chance to dine at some of the city’s most buzzed-about restaurants.
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Reel Affirmations: Washington, D.C.’s International LGBT Film Festival: The largest GLBT event in D.C., this film festival showcases edgy and evocative works by LGBT filmmakers on touchy and timely topics.
SEPTEMBER National Symphony Orchestra Labor Day Concert: The National Symphony Orchestra performs a free concert on Sunday, September 6th beginning at 8 p.m. at the U.S. Capitol Building - West Lawn (Labor Day Weekend). D.C. Blues Festival: The nation’s capital celebrates the blues with the annual D.C. Blues Festival. The one-day event features a who’s who in the jazz world. Plus, kids will love the family-friendly workshops and instrument “petting zoo.” National Book Festival: The Library of Congress hosts a celebration of books and
reading on the National Mall. The event features awardwinning authors, illustrators, poets, readings, signings and family-friendly activities. H Street Festival: Discover what H Street, an area known for its performing arts venues and quirky nightclubs, and its surrounding neighborhood has to offer at this annual fun festival. Fiesta Musical: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Zoo’s Latin American-themed party. Enjoy animal demonstrations, traditional music, costumed dancers, crafts and Latin American foods. Walkingtown D.C. & Bikingtown D.C.: It’s OK to be car-free in the nation’s capital, and Cultural Tourism D.C. showcases that annually with Walkingtown and Bikingtown D.C. The 10-day event features walking and bike tours that introduce participants to the District’s unique neighborhoods.
OCTOBER Washington International Horse Show: Downtown D.C. welcomes Olympic-class horses and riders for jumping competitions, special exhibitions of musical freestyle dressage, bull riding, terrier races and more.
NOVEMBER Fotoweek D.C.: This annual celebration of photography features a photo contest and juried exhibition, gallery openings, lectures, workshops, book signings and more. Veterans Day: Honor veterans at wreathlaying ceremonies throughout the city, including D.C.’s war memorials, Arlington National Cemetery and the U.S. Air Force Memorial. International Wine & Food Festival: Sample international cuisine and premium wines from more than 100 international wineries at this culinary festival. Highlights include
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events at local restaurants, cooking demonstrations and a grand tasting at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.
DECEMBER National Christmas Tree Lighting: The National Christmas Tree Lighting takes place in early December on the Ellipse and is hosted by the president and First Family. Free performances continue through January at the park just south of the White House. The tree is lit nightly from dusk until 11 p.m. Free tickets for the Presidential tree lighting are distributed via an online lottery. Chanukah on the Ellipse: The National Menorah, located at the park south of the White House, is lit in a special ceremony to mark the start of the holiday. The ceremony, featuring live entertainment and hot latkes and donuts, is repeated each night of Chanukah.
Downtown Holiday Market: More than 175 regional artisans, crafters and boutique businesses sell their wares at this festive holiday shopping “village.” Holiday Happenings in Georgetown: More than 50 stores offer festive shopping events and promotions in Georgetown’s quaint shopping district.
Top D.C.
Eateries
Dining in D.C. is an adventure – especially now, since the city’s culinary selection has exploded and continues to grow. Here are just a few must-visit restaurants around the D.C. scene.
Late NIGHT
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Falafel Shop
Photo: Rappahannock Oyster Co.
1: Eat the Rich 1839 7th St. NW 202.316.9396 ETRBar.com Cocktails, rock-and-roll. and oysters.
2: Barcelona Wine
Bar & Restaurant 1622 14th St. NW 202.588.5500 BarcelonaWineBar.com An expansive outdoor patio and Spanish-style tapas; perfect for a date night.
3: Duke’s Grocery 1513 17th St. NW 202.733.5623 DukesGrocery.com Sandwiches can really be this good.
2425 18th St. NW 202.234.1969 FalafelShop.com Foodies’ favorite stuffed pita with a choice of toppings until 4 am on weekends.
5: Annie’s
Paramount Steakhouse 1609 17th St. NW 202.232.0395 AnniesDC.com A 17th Street gay institution. Open all night on weekends.
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Afterwords Café 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW 202.387.1400 Kramers.com Literary types will love this stylish café/bookstore combo.
Asia Nine Bar & Lounge 915 E St. NW 202.629.4355 | AsiaNine.com If you’re following my D.C. guide to a tee (as you should be) you’ll NEED to try Asia Nine Bar & Lounge. It’s literally down the street from the gorgeous Fords Theatre. Serving lunch AND dinner this Nuevo Asian cuisine combines elements of traditional Japanese, Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese cooking. I recommend the sushi, but if fish isn’t your thing, you’ll LOVE their Hoisin BBQ Ribs. While sipping tea (and throwing shade), you can also prep your stomach for dessert because how could you pass up on cappuccino cheesecake? 14 navigaytour.com
7: Bullfeathers 410 1st St. SE 202.484.0228 BullfeathersDC.net End your evening drinking and dining with Congressmen and staffers at this Cap Hill mainstay.
8: Bistrot du Coin 1738 Connecticut Ave. NW 202.234.6969 BistrotDuCoin.com French, fun and friendly. High-end cocktails and bar food.
Gay Getaway
Norfolk , Virginia
Among a variety of other things, Norfolk is known for its art and culture scene — from tangible works (seriously check out the Glass Collection at Chrysler Museum Glass Studio 745 Duke St.) to the awesome theatre productions at the Wells Theatre (108 E. Tazewell St.)! Aside from a thriving art community, Norfolk has a fabulous LGBT scene (trust me, I know, I was surprised too). The Scene is so thriving they have their own PRIDE! What’s even more exciting is that it’s the country’s ONLY Pride Boat Parade. The city thrives year-round! Blossoming quickly is Norfolk’s newest area, The Neon District. This new district harnesses the new energy of Norfolk by providing local and touring artists
and musicians a place to burn bright. You can find out about the latest happenings at neonnfk.com. Just because the city of Norfolk has that classy old-timey feel to it, doesn’t mean the fun stops when it gets dark, quite the contrary. The Wave (4107 Colley Ave. and W. 42nd St.) stays open late playing your favorite songs. Not just the ones on the radio today, but those ‘90s hits you’ve been missing. The Wave is a diverse club filled with a variety of people, which I happen to enjoy a lot more than those stuffy gay bars with only twinks. They even occasionally have a foam party — you’re lying to yourself if you say you don’t enjoy a good foam party!
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Located just south of D.C., Norfolk, VA a breeze! Once you get into Norfolk, you’ve got some choices to make.
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Hanging in Hampton Minutes from Norfolk on the gorgeous coast of Virginia, is Hampton. Get to this amazing city early so you can fit as much into your day as possible. I recommend hopping aboard the Miss Hampton and swinging by Fort Wool in the morning (Hampton Roads Harbor) to see how it played important roles in the Civil War and in both World Wars, bearing witness to the battle of the USS Monitor and the CSS Virginia. You might even see the ghost of Andrew Jackson — he used to chill there. Then soak up the sun at Buckroe Beach (100 First Street South). Enjoy the wide, clean beach and gentle surf of the Chesapeake Bay. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season, hello eye candy. You’ll get hungry catching rays so head to Bar Louie (Coliseum Central - 3530 Von Schilling Drive). The urban
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bar, made famous for their handcrafted signature martinis, also features an exceptional selection of uniquely prepared food such as small plates, sandwiches and burgers. Beer and wine connoisseurs will be impressed with the extensive selection of imports, and microbrews! If you’re looking for a worldrenowned restaurant, check out The Pointe at Phoebus (30 E East Mellen St.). They’ve got a roast beef sandwich that will make anyone’s mouth water. To keep your night going, hit up PBR Hampton Roads AND RIDE THE BULL... we’re talking about the mechanical kind. PBR Hampton Roads (1976 Power Plant Parkway) is a stunning club all decked out with beautiful decor, cold beer, hard drinks and a little bull ride! It’s every urban cowboy and cowgirl’s nighttime oasis. How long will you last?
Accomodations Guide 2016 D.C.
St. Gregory Luxury Hotel & Suites
Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters
The Embassy Row Hotel
800.821.4367 | BeaconHotelWDC.com
Cambria Suites Washington D.C. Convention Center 202.299.1188 | CambriaDC.com
Comfort Inn Downtown D.C. Convention Center 202.682.5300 | ChoiceHotels.com/hotel/dc601
Courtyard Wash D.C. US Capital 866.941.3732 | CourtyardUSCapitol.com
Doubletree Washington 800.492.5195 | DoubletreeWashington.com
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. Chevy Chase Pavilion
800.829.5034 | StGregoryHotelWDC.com 855.893.1011 | EmbassyRowHotel.com
The Fairfax at Embassy Row 202.293.2100 | FairfaxHotelDC.com
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel 800.MELROSE | MelroseHotelDC.com
The Mayflower Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel 888.634.3614 | RenaissanceMayflower.com
The Quincy 202.223.4320 | TheQuincy.com
Washington Marriott Georgetown 877.607.1472 | WashingtonMarriott.com
202.362.9300 | EmbassySuitesDCMetro.com
Westin Washington D.C. City Center
Fairfield Inn & Suites Washington D.C. Downtown
888.627.9035 WestinWashingtonDCCityCenter.com
877.399.6024 | Marriott.com/WASFC
Four Points by Sheraton Washington D.C. Downtown 866.716.8133 | FourPointsDC.com
Grand Hyatt Washington 202.582.1234 | GrandWashington.Hyatt.com
Hamilton Crowne Plaza Hotel 800.263.9802 | HamiltonHotelDC.com
Hilton Garden Inn, US Capitol 202.408.4870 | HGiusCapitol.com
Hotel Lombardy 800.424.5486 | HotelLombardy.com
Norfolk Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown 757-963-6000 | Marriott.com/default.mi
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside 757-622-6664 | SheratonNorfolkWaterside.com
DoubleTree by Hilton 757-466-8000 | Hilton.com/en/index.html
Norfolk Waterside Marriott 757-627-4200 | Marriott.com
Hyatt Regency Washington 202.737.1234 | washingtonregency.hyatt.com
The Jefferson Hotel 202.448.2300 | JeffersonDC.com
Hampton
Liaison Capitol Hill D.C.
Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina
202.638.1616 | JDVHotels.com/Liaison
Phoenix Park Hotel 877.237.2082 | PhoenixParkHotel.com
Renaissance Washington, D.C. Dupont Circle Hotel 877.470.9997 | DCRenaissance.com
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Embassy Suites Hampton Roads 757-827-8200 | EmbassySuitesHampton.com
Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Coliseum Central 757-310-6323 | StayHGI.com
The Best
Gay Bars & Clubs
Picking a bar can be tough! The good news is I’ve put together a list of a few I’ve found to be awesome. The even better news is this list is not exhaustive, a quick google search will turn up a least a dozen more!
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JR’s 1519 17th St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.328.0090 JRsBar-DC.com A very diverse D.C.’s 17th Street icon with a huge array of events. Highly Recommended is their Showtune nights!
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Green Lantern / Tool Shed 1335 Green Ct. NW | Washington D.C. 202.347.4533 GreenLanternDC.com A regular-guy hangout in the heart of downtown D.C. featuring Weekly Karaoke and a whole lot of Drag Queens!
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Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant 555 23rd St. South | Arlington VA 703.685.0555 FreddiesBeachBar.com Beachy oasis across the Potomac; worth the trip to feel like you’ve “left the city.” No beach towel required.
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Nellie’s Sports Bar 900 U St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.332.6355 NelliesSportsBar.com This gay Sports Bar features games on TV, drag events (bingo & brunch), poker nights & karaoke draw patrons to this casual pub.
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DC9 1940 9th St. NW | Washington D.C. DCNine.com 202.483.5000 I went, I didn’t want to leave, I met a really cute boy, I left. 45 Minutes later I went back. This place is AWESOME!
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DIK Bar
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1637 17th St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.328.0100 DupontItalianKitchen.com A comfortable bar with a welcoming style. Any tourist will feel right at home in the inviting interior of DIK Bar.
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DC Eagle 3701 Benning Rd. NE | Washington D.C. 202.347.6025 DCEagle.com A home for the leather and Levi crowd, definitely check out their underwear nights!
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Town Danceboutique 2009 8th St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.234.8696 TownDC.com Spacious gay nightclub with multiple dance floors on two levels, plus a plush lounge & drag shows.
Cobalt / 30 Degrees 1635 R St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.232.4416 CobaltDC.com Hip lounge downstairs, dance club upstairs, special theme nights flood the camera. Definitely a place to go if you like the flashing lights.
10. Bachelor’s Mill 1104 8th St. SE | Washington D.C. 202.546.5979 BachelorsMill.com Multiple bars, 2 rooftop patios and weekend dance parties, seriously this place is HUGE so if you’re a size queen...
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Larry’s Lounge 1840 18th St. NW | Washington D.C. 202.483.1483 MainStreetHub.com/LarrysLounge Welcoming gay bar offering a popular happy hour, pub grub & a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
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Masterworks from the Hirshhorn Collection Through August 6, 2017
Linn Meyers: Our View From Here Through August 20, 2017
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