
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
CareFirst Arena (St. Elizabeths East)
1100 Oak Dr SE, Washington, DC 20032Washington Mystics Pride Night 2026 brings WNBA Pride to CareFirst Arena on Wednesday, June 24, when the Mystics host the Minnesota Lynx in one of the most welcoming, community-packed sports nights of the season. Mystics games already draw one of the most LGBTQ+ crowds in pro sports, and the team's dedicated Pride Night leans all the way in, making it a natural, joyful place to keep the celebration going just after Capital Pride weekend. Presented with Giant, the night features a Pride-themed Mystics giveaway, with the first 1,500 fans through the gates taking home a special Pride hat. Expect a festive, family-friendly atmosphere, an energized crowd, and the fast, exciting brand of basketball that has made the Mystics a D.C. favorite. Whether you are a longtime fan or just looking for a fun, affordable Pride outing, a Mystics game is an easy win, and Pride Night turns it into a full-on community celebration in the stands. A few local tips. CareFirst Arena sits on the St. Elizabeths East campus at 1100 Oak Drive SE in Congress Heights, a short walk from the Congress Heights Metro on the Green Line, so transit is the easy way in. Tip-off is in the evening, so check the Mystics schedule for the exact time and buy tickets in advance to be among the first 1,500 fans for the Pride hat giveaway. Arrive early to grab the giveaway and soak up the pre-game energy. On the Capital Pride 2026 calendar, Mystics Pride Night is the welcoming, all-ages way to keep Pride going midweek.
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