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DC Black Pride Health & Wellness Festival
Thursday, May 23 – Sunday, May 26
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
We care a lot about the health and wellness of the Black LGBTQ+ community. Thanks to DC Health and Us Helping the DC Black Pride Health & Wellness Pavilion will offer free services. Plus, participants get a chance to enter a special raffle to win tickets to awesome events like Broccoli Fest with Megan Thee Stallion and OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience featuring Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland!
Services include:
- HIV Testing
- At Home HIV Test Kits
- PrEP on Demand
- STI Testing
- DoxyPEP
- Blood Pressure
- Cholesterol screening
- Primary Care Information
- COVID Vaccine
- MPOX Vaccine
- COVID Testing
- PEP on Demand
- Facials, Waxing, teeth whitening, makeup, mini massage ( All-inclusive Full experience $75 or $50 per service)
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Thursday • May 23 |
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5 – 10 p.m.
Welcome to DC Happy Hour [Presented by Us Helping Us]
metrobar, 640 Rhode Island Ave NE, WDC 20002 |
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9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
8th Annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball...Black Pride Forever
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
»Complimentary
Icon Duante Balenciaga, Legendary Daijah West, Legendary Domo Alpha Omega and Angel Rose Garcon in collaboration with the Capitol Ballroom Council present the 8th Annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball...Black Pride Forever. All categories, bring it inspired by the film Black Panther or the Black Panther Party. More than $3,000 in prizes. |
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10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
The Pregame [Wet Dreamz]
The Ugly Mug, 723 8th St SE, WDC 20003 |
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Friday • May 24 |
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2 – 9 p.m.
Pride Help Desk Open
Westin Washington, DC Downtown |
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5 – 9 p.m.
Rainbow Row: Organization & Vendor Expo
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
»Complimentary
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6 – 9 p.m.
DC Black Pride Opening Reception
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
»Complimentary. Registration Required for Entry • get tickets
Join us for an unforgettable night headlined bys the phenomenal Paris Sashay. Featuring live performances by Keith Angelo, Bang Garcon, Black Assets, Marcy Smiles, and Sherri Amoure! Hosted DMV's own Anthony Oakes. The legendary DJ Sedrick will be spinning all night.
Admission is free! Reserve your spot now before we fill up and receive a complimentary drink ticket along with endless hors d'oeuvres.
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10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
DC Black Pride 2024 powered by UNDRGRND
Public Bar Live, 1214 18th St NW, WDC 200363 |
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10 p.m. – 4 a.m.
3000 Men Block Party [Wet Dreamz]
Karma DC, 2221 Adams Pl NE, WDC 20018 |
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Saturday • May 25 |
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9 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Pride Help Desk Open
Westin Washington, DC Downtown |
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10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Rainbow Row: Organization & Vendor Expo
Westin Washington, DC Downtown »Complimentary
Immerse yourself in Rainbow Row, which will feature organizations and vendors, by us for us, that support and sell products for the LGBTQA+ community. |
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11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Laylah & Friends DC Black Pride Drag Brunch
Harlot DC, 2001 11th St NW, WDC 20001
»$15 online ($30 cash at the door) • reserve tickets
Laylah & Friends Drag Brunch at Harlot DC, the most exhilarating show in the entire DMV area! Step into a world of glamor, entertainment and non-stop laughter. Celebrate DC Black Pride with our celebrity special guest! All you can eat buffet. Bottomless mimosas for $35! |
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11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Workshops
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
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12 – 2 p.m.
Writers Forum
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
»Complimentary
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12 – 7 p.m.
For The Culture: Brunch Cruise [Presented by Us Helping Us]
The Odyssey, 580 Water St SW, WDC 20024
»$160 • get tickets
Cruise the waters with music, drinks, and friends! Join Us Helping Us for a fun-filled boozy cruise that you're sure to remember for a long time. his year’s experience will feature a live performance from J. Howell and sounds by internationally known DJ Obie.
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3 – 6 p.m.
The Sounds of Black Pride: Music Through the Decades with DJ Suspence
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
»Complimentary • RSVP Required
Join us for an unforgettable evening as legendary DJ Suspence takes us on a journey through the decades of Black music. This free, all-ages event is the perfect opportunity to let loose, have fun, and connect with your community.
Love music? Then you won't want to miss this because he’ll be playing hits from the '80s, '90s and 2000s!
Especially if you enjoyed our homage to the clubhouse event last year, this is the perfect follow-up! Sponsored by AARP.
This event is complimentary, but registration is required for entry and drink tickets.
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4 – 10 p.m.
Epic The Exclusive Day Party [Wet Dreamz]
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, WDC 20001 |
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6 – 9 p.m.
DC Black Pride Mary Bowman Poetry Slam
Westin Washington, DC Downtown
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10 p.m. – 4 a.m.
The White Party [Wet Dreamz]
Echostage, 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE, WDC 20018 |
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Sunday • May 26 |
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11:30 a.m.
DC Black Pride Faith Service
»Complimentary
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12 – 4 p.m. (Seating at 11 a.m.)
Brunch & Babes: The 3rd Annual DC Black Pride Iconic Drag Brunch Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave. NW, WDC 20010
»$60 and up • get tickets
Calling all brunch and drag enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated return of Brunch & Babes: The 3rd Annual DC Black Pride Iconic Drag Brunch! This year, the Capitol Ballroom Council is thrilled to be raising crucial funds for the Veterans Pride Suicide Prevention Coalition, supporting our LGBTQ+ veterans.
Featuring showstopping performances by Atlanta's iconic queens: Stasha Sanchez Garcon, Raquell Lord Balenciaga, and The Iconic Tommie Ross. A special guest appearance by the phenomenal RuPaul's Drag Race star, Akeria Davenport. Also starring: Current Mister Black Universe, Exotic Lord, The Icon Haven Garçon, and the multi-talented Paris Nicole Brooks-Bonet. Hosted by the legendary The Iconic Sophia McIntosh.
Tickets include brunch buffet, bottomless mimosas, drag performances. |
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12 – 8 p.m.
Pride by the River Super Sunday at Anacostia Park [Presented by Project Briggs]
Anacostia Park (near Roller Skating Pavillion), 1500 Anacostia Drive, WDC 20020
»Complimentary • RSVP
Bring your grills, blankets, umbrellas, chairs and good vibes, and let the music take you away! More details. |
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4 – 11 p.m.
Wet Dreamz Mega Day Party [Wet Dreamz]
The Bullpen @ Nats Stadium, 1201 Half St SE, WDC 20003 |
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10 p.m. – 4 a.m.
Daryl Wilson Pride Super Party [Wet Dreamz]
The Park at 14th, 14th St NW, WDC 20005 |
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Monday • May 27 |
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12 – 7 p.m.
Pride In The Park [Presented by Us Helping Us]
Fort Dupont Park, Minnesota Ave SE, WDC 20019
»Complimentary
Join Us Helping US at Fort Dupont Park for Pride In The Park. There will be food, games, and more. The best part is there will be an amazing lineup of performers. More details. |
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10 p.m.
Meat Loaf After Dark [Xavier Entertainment and Daryl Wilson Promotions, LLC]
Ivy City Smokehouse, 1356 Okie St NE, WDC 20002 |
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