About us
Go Gay DC is Metropolitan Washington, DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ Community. It's the newest sensation focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit the new Go Gay DC website for more information.
Designed as a civic booster, it fosters inclusive community spirit. Join Go Gay DC and enjoy fabulous socials. This is for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBT or Q), Allies and more. It's "Totally Hip and Happening" for Washington, DC-area gay folk and allies.
Go Gay DC is the most popular LGBTQ Meetup in DC. Founded by TJ Flavell, Go Gay DC is a revolutionary use of new media, keeping you in the know 24/7. Check out the calendar tab to see what is happening. Celebrate Pride every day!
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Disclaimer
In no event will anyone be liable to any party for any direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising from attending an event. Attendance to our events is at your own risk. The organizer, co-organizer, host, and Meetup, are not responsible for your having too much fun, loss, damage, theft, injury to oneself or equipment, allergic reactions, slipping on banana peels, choking on shrimp, too much glitter, speeding/parking/red light tickets, or accidents with your vehicle.
PS- Go Gay DC is entirely grassroots-driven. Please be sure to tell all your friends to join you at our events to help it grow.
Upcoming events
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LGBTQ+ Community Coffee @ Spark Social
Spark Social, 2009 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, Washington, DC, DC, USReserve a spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
Join us for a fun and friendly in-person gathering! It’s the perfect chance to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're looking to make friends or just hang out, everyone’s welcome. Grab your favorite beverage and let’s make some great memories together!
This event is free to attend. We hope to see you there. In addition to coffee selections, the venue offers a good food and drinks menu.
When you arrive, ask for the owner of Spark Social, Nick Tsusaki and sit with the Spark Coffee Club group. Be sure to let Nick know you are there from Go Gay DC. Order what you want on your own credit card/cash; there is no group tab to worry about.Then meet and mingle with LGBTQ+ folk in a wonderful setting.
Feel free to invite your friends to join you.
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. U Street Metro (Yellow/Green line) is only a couple blocks away. Take the 13th Street exit. The venue is adjacent to Crush Bar.
There is also free street parking in DC on Sundays.
This event is being boosted by Go Gay DC, Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com
At this event you'll even get to meet TJ Flavell, Go Gay DC's founder.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI lesbian gay bisexual transgender queer nonbinary non-binary intersex
1 attendee
Out and About in Shirlington LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour @ Palette 22
Palette 22, 4053 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA, USReserve a spot on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Palette 22 is hosting Go Gay DC! Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 30 LGBTQ+ folk are expected. Palette 22 offers modern street food spanning the globe served in a bustling art studio & gallery atmosphere.
This event is ideal for making exciting new connections and community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour. See the happy hour menu.
Arrive anytime that's convenient for you! Most attendees will likely arrive by 6:00 p.m. We will gather at the tables in the back of the bar. There is no pressure to order any food or drink; it is just optional.
You're welcome regardless of where you live. Bring friends and meet new people. This is the place to be. This LGBTQ and Allies community-wide social provides everyone a chance to socialize, network, and share community spirit in an artsy setting.
This event is being boosted by Go Gay DC, Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com
At this exciting event, you'll even get to meet Go Gay DC's Founder TJ Flavell!
Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. Name tags will be provided. It's FREE to attend; cash bar. There will be a bartender on duty; cash or credit card is fine. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend. While there is no subway stop nearby, the local bus system is also very reliable and Shirlington is a very busy transit hub. Use Metro Trip Planner.
Free garage parking is easy to find. Four of Shirlington’s garages share their parking so that the spaces available to office workers during the day are available for public parking on evenings and weekends. During the weekdays there are 879 public parking spaces and on evenings and weekends there are 2,446 public parking spaces. See the map.
Invite your friends.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary non-binary
3 attendeesLGBTQ+ Community Coffee @ Barrel House Cafe & Bar Social
Barrel House Cafe & Bar, 1341 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA, Washington, DC, USNew event: Reserve a spot for free on Eventbrite so we have an accurate guest count.
This fun event is ideal for meeting new people and community building. It's free to attend.
Come join us for a fun and friendly in-person gathering! It’s the perfect chance to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're looking to make friends or just hang out, everyone’s welcome. Grab your favorite beverage and let’s make some great memories together!
This event is free to attend. We hope to see you there. In addition to coffee selections, the venue offers a good food and drinks menu.Order what you want on your own credit card; there is no group tab to worry about. Please note that cash is not accepted at this venue.
When you arrive, look for the Go Gay DC sign and sit with the Coffee Club group. Be sure to let Trent know you are there from Go Gay DC. Then meet and mingle with LGBTQ+ folk in a wonderful setting.
Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Three Metro stops are within walking distance - Dupont Circle, McPherson Square, and Mount Vernon Square.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.
Please feel free to invite all your friends to join you there!This event is being boosted by Go Gay DC, Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com
At this event you'll even get to meet TJ Flavell, Go Gay DC's founder.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI lesbian gay bisexual transgender queer nonbinary non-binary intersex
1 attendee
Queer Book Club Via Zoom
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Go Gay DC is boosting this free event. Read the book and participate! Reach out via email for the Zoom info. Send a quick email now to: supportdesk@thedccenter.org. In the subject line and message, request the "October Queer Book Club" Zoom link.
The Queer Book Club meets via Zoom to discuss queer books by queer authors. We would love for you to join in.
Our October book of the month will be Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle, a 2024 horror novel about what it takes to succeed in a world that wants you dead. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250874661
Bury Your Gays is available through the public library system in physical, e-book, and audio formats.
This event is hosted by The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center, which educates, empowers, uplifts, celebrates, and connects the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities. Visit https://thedccenter.org
Go Gay DC, which is boosting the event, is Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. For more fun events like this, visit http://www.gogaydc.com. Go Gay DC's founder and leader is TJ Flavell.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/Follow on Threads
https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDCFollow on Bluesky
https://gogaydc.bsky.social/Follow on X
https://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCLinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies nonbinary Two-spirit
1 attendee
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