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PHOTOS: Gay Bowl XVI
Athletes from across the nation came to D.C. for flag football
The San Diego Bolts took home their fifth Gay Bowl championship. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)
Athletes from across the country came to Washington, D.C. over the weekend to compete in the flag football Gay Bowl XVI. Games were held at the National Polo Fields and West Potomac Park. Nightlife events were held at Nellie’s Sports Bar, Town Danceboutique and other venues throughout the weekend. 
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Hugh Clarke)
Pitchers DC and JR.’s Bar hosted watch parties for football fans to view the NFC championship game between the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 26. The Eagles defeated the Commanders with a score of 23 to 55.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The 40th annual Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather competition was held on Sunday, Jan. 12 at the Hyatt Regency Washington. The event was one of the highlights of 2025 Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend. Eight competitors vied for the title of Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather 2025, with Jason Elliott named the winner.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
Revelers enjoyed an evening out at Crush Dance Bar (2007 14th Street, N.W.) on Saturday.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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