Arts & Entertainment
Calendar: Nov. 9-15, 2018
Concerts, parties a pageant and more are highlights this week


āFederal City Rooftops,ā a work by Gale Wallar, is on display at Touchstone Gallery. (Photo courtesy Touchstone)
Friday, Nov. 9
Chorus D.C.Ā presents Fancy, a dance party featuring music by DJ Shane Marcus, at Cobalt (1639 R St., N.W.) tonight from 10 p.m.-3 a.m. DJ Shane Marcus hails from New York City and is known for mixing house music. Tickets are $10. Price increases to $15 at 10 p.m. on the day of the event. For more information, visitĀ cobaltdc.com.Ā
The D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) hostsĀ Pup NightĀ tonight from 8 p.m.-3 a.m. Pups and handlers are invited to enjoy drink specials, kibble and a mosh area. Drag show begins upstairs at 10:30 p.m. For more details, visitĀ dceagle.com.
Gamma DC, a support group for men in mixed-orientation relationships, meets at Luther Place Memorial Church (1226 Vermont Ave., N.W.) tonight from 7:30-9:30 p.m. The group is for men who are attracted to men but are currently, or were at one point, in relationships with women. For more information, visitĀ gammaindc.org.
Touchstone GalleryĀ (901 New York Ave., N.W.) presents new exhibits through Dec. 2. āThe Healing Power of Artā is on display in Gallery A featuring Touchstone artists who transform negative perceptions into positive artwork. “N ⢠S ⢠E ⢠W” by Gale Wallar is on display in Gallery B which showcases contemporary realism through a variety of genres. Gallery C displays āFresh Takeā by Amy Sabrin which shows landscapes featuring watercolors. Admission is free. For more details, visitĀ touchstonegallery.com.
Saturday, Nov. 10
SingerĀ Bright Light Bright LightĀ performs at Union Stage (740 Water St., S.W.) tonight at 6:30 p.m. Loi Loi and Sub-Radio open the show. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15. For more information, visitĀ unionstage.com.Ā
Distrkt CĀ presents Jockstrap & Harness Night at the D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) tonight from 10 p.m.-6 a.m. DJ Morabito will play music. For details, visitĀ distrktc.com.Ā
Green LanternĀ (1335 Green Ct., N.W.) hosts Freeballers, an underwear-free dance party, tonight from 10 p.m.-3 a.m. DJ Back2back will spin tracks. Clothes check available. For more details, visitĀ greenlanterndc.com.Ā
The New Orchestra of Washington, Washington Master Chiorale, Musica Viva NY and featured artist Joseph Turrin performĀ āEnd of the War to End All WarsāĀ at the Church of the Epiphany (1317 G St., N.W.) today at 5 p.m. The performance commemorates the end of World War I with music based on texts by war poets and features works by composers Holst and Ravel who were affected by World War I. Tickets are $40. For more information, visitĀ neworchestraofwashington.org.
Sunday, Nov. 11
The annual wreath laying for LGBT veteransĀ will be held at the grave of Sergeant Leonard Matlovich at Congressional Cemetery (1801 E St., S.E.) today at noon. Matlovich came out in 1975 making him the first out service member. The ceremony will honor all LGBT individuals who have served the U.S. as soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen and coast guardsmen. For more details, search āAnnual Wreath Laying for LGBT Veteransā on Facebook.Ā
FlashĀ (645 Florida Ave., N.W.) hosts Flashy Veterans Day Weekend, a dance party, tonight from 10 p.m.-5 a.m. Bar is open until 4 a.m. DJ Twin and DJ Sean Morris will spin tracks on the main floor until 5 a.m. Cover is $20 for the main floor and roof deck. Access to the first floor is free. For more information, visitĀ facebook.com/flashydc.
The D.C. Chamber MusiciansĀ perform their season opening concert at St. Markās Episcopal Church (301 A St., S.E.) today at 3 p.m. The group will perform Beethoven String Quartet Op. 18 and No. 4; Schubert Pianoās Trio D. 898 and Paul Juon āMiniatures.āAdmission is free but there is an optional ticket registration to ensure a seat. For more details, visitĀ dccos.org.
ComedianĀ Elizabeth McCainĀ performs her one-woman show āA Lesbian Belle Tellsā as part of Charm City Fringe FestivalĀ Ā at 322 N. Howard St., Baltimore. A ticket and a button is $15. Tickets without a button are $10. Buttons give attendees discounted ticket prices to all festival events. For more information, visitĀ charmcityfringe.com.
Monday, Nov. 12
D.C. Cocktail WeekĀ kicks off today through Nov. 18. Guests can enjoy cocktails and bites for one price at participating restaurants including Allegory, Circa, City Winery, District Commons, Founding Farmers, Iron Gate and more. For a complete list of participating restaurants and for more information, visitĀ dccocktailweek.com.
Tuesday, Nov. 13
JR.ās Bar (1519 17th St., N.W.) hostsĀ Straight Up Paula Abdul Tribute NightĀ tonight from 9:30 p.m.-midnight. VJ Jason Royce will play Abdulās biggest hits as well as other music videos from the ā80s and ā90s. There will also be drink specials and a contest to win two tickets to see Abdul at the MGM National Harbor on Dec. 2. For more details, visitĀ facebook.com/jrsbardc.
DC Stonewall Kickball League team Knock a Pitch Out hostsĀ drag bingoĀ at Nellieās Sports Bar (900 U St., N.W.) today at 3 p.m. Proceeds will be donated to a non-profit organization. Admission is free. Seating is first come, first served. For more information, search āDrag Your A** 2 Drag Bingoā on Facebook.Ā
Wednesday, Nov. 14
The Health Working GroupĀ meets at the D.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W.) today at 6:30 p.m. to discuss transgender health and wellness. The group will discuss existing data on transgender health and wellness and the work of partner organizations to promote transgender health. For more details, visitĀ thedccenter.org.Ā
Nellieās Sports Bar (900 U St., N.W.) hosts its first everĀ Miss Nellieās PageantĀ tonight from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Brooklyn Heights and Chanel Devereaux host the event. Sasha Adams Sanchez, LaBellela Ziah, Iyana Deschanel, Bambi Nicole Ferrah, Gigi Cougture, Whitney GucciGoo and more will perform. Prizes include $1,000 cash, a $600 Absolut prize package, a $600 Red Bull prize package and more. EmailĀ brooklynheightsdrag@hotmail.
The D.C. EagleĀ (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) hosts karaoke hosted by D&K Sounds tonight at 9 p.m. There will be $3 rail cocktails and domestic drafts and $4 wines. For more details, visitĀ dceagle.com.
The Lambda Bridge ClubĀ meets tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the Dignity Center (721 8th St., S.E.) for duplicate bridge. No reservations required and new comers welcome. If you need a partner, call 703-407-6540.
Big Gay Book GroupĀ meets at Trio Bistro Restaurant (1537 17th St., N.W.) tonight at 7 p.m. to discuss āTinderbox: The Untold Story of the Up Stairs Lounge Fire and the Rise of Gay Liberationā by Robert W. Fieseler. Newcomers welcome. For more details, visitĀ biggaybookgroup.comĀ or emailĀ [email protected].
Thursday, Nov. 15
The D.C. Center (2000 14th St., N.W.) hosts its monthlyĀ poly discussion groupĀ tonight at 7 p.m. People of all different stages are invited to discuss polyamory and other consensual non-monogamous relationships. This event is for new comers, established polyamorous relationships and open to all sexual orientations. For details, visitĀ thedccenter.org.Ā
Arts & Entertainment
Washington Bladeās Pride on the Pier returns bigger than everĀ with two-day WorldPride celebration

The Washington Bladeās Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this yearās event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before ā all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nationās capital.
With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].
Saturdayās signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation ā one of D.C. Prideās most anticipated spectacles.
āWeāre expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,ā said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. āItās a celebration of our communityās progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.ā
Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the cityās annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.
Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.
Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.
Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.
Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.
Event Details:
š Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
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Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
š„ļøBoat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). š Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
šļø VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP
Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayorās Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering,Ā Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com
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