Washington dc gay night clubs
Nightlife Directory
List of LGBT Clubs & Bars for D.C., Maryland & Virginia
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ADAMS MORGAN AREA
Favorite for Both Men & Women, Sports,
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CAPITOL HILL AREA
DOWNTOWN AREA
Favorite for Mostly Men, Leather/levi, Billiards,
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Favorite for Both Men & Women, Dancing,
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DUPONT AREA
Favorite for Restaurant,
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Favorite for Mostly Men,
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Favorite for Mostly Men, Video,
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Lex’s Guide to Queer DC Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
From the trendy neighborhoods of Dupont Circle to the bustling streets of Adams Morgan, DC offers an array of LGBTQ+ bars, queer clubs, and even a queer-owned brewery. TL;DR, DC is super homosexual, and you're going to have a great period exploring the queer and lesbian bars they hold to offer! Whether you're a local or a visitor, here's a reference to some of the best LGBTQ+ bars in Washington, DC.
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1. A League of Her Own
Quickly becoming a popular destination on every lesbian bar road trip, A League of Her Own is a laidback, easy going lesbian sports bar serving the gay community of DC. With fun events and a lively dance floor, you’re sure to have a fun night out when you stop by ALOHO.
A League of Her Own
18th St. NW
Washington DC,
2. As You Are
A favorite among the local queer scene in DC, As You Are is a chill spot that is a cafe/bar/dance boutique in one. As the name suggests, they urge you to come as yourself and have a fun night out with some new local Gay friends and crushes.
As You Are
8th St SE
Washington, DC
3. Nellie's Sports Bar
Nellie's Sports Bar i
Town hosted many different events.
Fridays
Fridays were our 18 and over night • GoGo boys after 11pm • Music upstairs by Wess & downstairs by BacK2bACk
Saturdays
Saturdays hosted a rotating list of performers, djs, and theme parties
Patio
The Town Patio was a place to like drinks, fresh air, and relax. The expansive square foot outdoor space was remarkably unique and pleasant with a full service bar serving drinks and multiple draught beer selections. The Patio created an even more dynamic, multi-faceted club experience - your night could be a relaxing escape of adv night drinking and socializing under the stars.
Drag Show
On Firday and Saturday night, Town proudly hosted DC's premier Drag Present. A cabaret style recital featuring the area’s uppermost female-illusionist entertainers. Unlike many “drag” shows, Town offered a wide range of performance styles - from classic female illusion - to all out comedy - to amazingly choreographed production numbers. And, often there were guest performers from RuPaul's Drag Race.
Our in-house cast included:
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DC Gay Nightlife: Best Bars, Clubs & Events ()
Trade – Best Queer Hangout with Strong Pours. Unpretentious, fun, and always a good time—Tradeis DC’s ultimate queer neighborhood bar. Around the corner from Number Nine, this laid-back hotspot serves famously strong drinks, has drag shows and theme nights, and boasts a large back patio with a smoking area.
Weekends get wild, and there’s almost always a line by 11 PM—so appear early. The front exclude is the best place to strike up a conversation, and the crowd? Friendly, flirty, and totally diverse.
Green Lantern – Best for Shirtless Thursdays (& More). This two-level prevent serves up neighborhood vibes downstairs and wild party nights upstairs. Thursdays are legendary: go shirtless between 10–11 PM for free drinks, or show up in your underwear between 12– AM for a second round (literally).
Don’t lose the monthly Rough Houseparty (usually one Friday a month). It’s not for the faint of heart: lights go off, clothes check is free, and anything can happen. Just know there’s a $10 cover after 10 PM for Rough House—but shirtless Thursdays remain free every week..