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Washington, D.C., the heartbeat of American democracy, pulses with history, power, and inspiration. Majestic monuments rise against the skyline: the towering Washington Monument, the dignified Lincoln Memorial, and the iconic U.S. Capitol. Cherry blossoms blanket the Tidal Basin each spring, and surprisingly bohemian neighborhoods prefer Georgetown buzz with countercultural strength and multiculturalism.

Even though it is best known as the abode of the federal government and the capital city of the United States, it also has plenty to offer tourists—LGBTQ+ or otherwise. Washington, D.C., is of course full of museums and monuments sure to appeal to the American history buff in all of us, but there are also oddities like the National Zoo, home to mythical animal characters such as the panda Bei Bei, and a gay scene set alight by the recent World Pride event held there. Festivals are commonplace, with celebrations ranging from Chinese New Year events to the National Cherry Blossom Festival to the Smithsonian Folklife Fest

Green Lantern

Green Lantern, Green Court Northwest, Washington, DC, USA

Green Lantern is hidden away in an otherwise unassuming alleyway in Downtown. The bar is located in a converted two-story carriage house, and the first floor's lounge vibe is complete with a primary and stylish granite lock. You can dance the night away on Lush Lantern's multi-level dance floor (complete with disco lights) and chat with the shirtless bartenders. There's even a “Shirtless Men Cocktail Free” event on Thursdays, along with karaoke and exotic dancers on other days.

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JR's Bar

JR's Bar is a pillar in DC's Queer Community, serving amazing cocktails and popcorn since Fantastic drink specials, campy videos, and friendly bartenders save JR's packed with pleasurable seven days a week. If you're looking for a casual place for a drink, JR's is the place to travel in the heart of Dupont Circle, complete with show tunes and trivia nights among other events. Sundays are

20 LGBTQ+ Bars to Check Out in Washington, DC

The nation&#;s capital is dwelling to a lively LGBTQ+ nightlife scene with plenty of gay and queer woman bars just waiting for you to join in on the fun.

The diversity of DC’s LGBTQ+ community is growing by the day, resulting in a dynamic, thrilling community with plenty of bars and clubs to elect from when it’s time to consume , dance and engage. Read up on some of our favorite LGBTQ+-friendly spots below.

Let’s hold a … you get it. Amass all your girls, gays and theys to kiki all night on U Street. With four rooms of varied vibes, outdoor spaces and DJs that never miss, Kiki lives up to its name. Approach for the content hour, stay for the weekly events.

At 14th and U, DC’s first booze-free LGBTQ+ bar is lighting up the sober scene with mocktails, music and plenty of main-character energy. Spark kickstarts the day with coffee, pastries and cafe charm, then turns it up at sundown with DJs, drag trivia and zero-proof cocktails that pack a punch.

Next door to Spark Social Residence is Crush, a retro-inspired cocktail lounge and

Gay Washington DC

The American capital has a sizable lgbtq+ and lesbian community. It traditionally hangs out around the Dupont Circle area, home to gay and gay-friendly bars, clubs, and restaurants. You'll find that a large number of the people you encounter is not originally from the city. In most cases it was their careers that brought them to DC, and you'll see mostly young professionals at the most complex bars and restaurants. Cute much anywhere you depart you'll find well-dressed crowds, more restrained and less edgy than at similar places in New York or Los Angeles. But don't think that means "boring," as the town has quite a number of attractive venues, in both style and atmosphere. Look for locals and outsiders at a cocktail bar or on a dance floor, and you'll have a night out as fun and enjoyable as in any other major American city.



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DC Eagle

It's enormous, it's cruisy, and the destination for those who worship leather. Special events include pool tournaments and shirtless happy hour.
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Green Lantern

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