Bars & Parties
Fusion Dance is Jan. 19
A League of Her Own to host guest instructor


Queer/Trans Fusion Dance: Amargue Bachata Night is Sunday, Jan. 19 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. at A League of Her Own (2319 18th St., N.W.).
This event features Dominican-inspired music and dance led by special guest instructor Tina Cavicchio. The beginner and intermediate workshop starts at 6:30 p.m. and is $12. The open dance and social time begins at 8. QT Fusion Dance D.C. has hosted LGBTQ social partner dance events across the district since 2017 and is organized by queer women.
For tickets and information, visit qtfusiondance.wordpress.com.
Bars & Parties
MIXTAPE returns Jan. 4

āMIXTAPE with DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Hornā will be on Saturday, Jan. 4 at 10 p.m. at the Atlantis.
This event is D.C.ās legendary LGBTQ dance party. Founded in 2008 by DJs Matt Bailer and Shea Van Horn, MIXTAPE quickly became a staple of the cityās queer nightlife, bringing together a vibrant crowd of music lovers, dancers, and everyone in between. Known for its eclectic blend of indie, house, nudisco, and throwbacks, MIXTAPE creates a unique, inclusive experience that brings people back to the dance floor time and again.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased on the Atlantis website.
Bars & Parties
Ring in the New Year with Capital Pride
Rainbow Masquerade features drag shows, aerial silk performances

Capital Pride will host āRainbow Masquerade NYE Partyā on Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. at 3400 Georgia Ave. NW.
There will be an all-night open bar, midnight Champagne, drag shows and aerial silk performances. There will also be dessert and midnight snack tables and themed photo ops.
To get tickets and a discount (Code: CAPPRIDE for $25 off), visit Capital Prideās website.

Capital Pride/World Pride will host Rainbow Masquerade at Hook Hall, a New Yearās Eve party featuring drag shows, silk aerial acts, private lounges and the venueās Hot Tub Cabana. According to Brandon Bayton, Capital Pride executive producer, “Step into the Fabric of Freedom and toast World Pride 2025 in styleāwhere every moment sparkles, every performance dazzles and every toast makes a difference. It’s going to be an amazing night!”
The party is Tuesday, Dec. 31, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. at Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave., N.W. Proceeds benefit Capital Pride D.C. and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
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