Part of the Gay Washington D.C. Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
A weekly Tuesday night by and for the trans community at As You Are, DC's community-first LGBTQ+ cafe and bar on Barracks Row.
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Fri, Jul 31
10 PM - 12 AM
as you are. DC, Washington D.C
Que El Show Drag Party at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — drag performance and dance-floor energy every Friday at 10pm.
WeeklySat, Aug 1
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
as you are. DC, Washington D.C
The Pregame at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a 21+ warm-up every Saturday at 8:30pm, leading into the venue's late-night dance party.
WeeklySat, Aug 1
10 PM - 12 AM
as you are. DC, Washington D.C
Recession Core Dance Party at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a 21+ dance party every Saturday at 10pm at the queer cafe and bar.
WeeklySun, Aug 2
1 PM - 3 PM
as you are. DC, Washington D.C
Lil' Coffee Chat at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a laid-back community hang over coffee every Sunday at 1pm.
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