Part of the Gay Washington D.C. Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Nellie's signature drag brunch returns every Saturday, a DC institution of bottomless energy, big performances and midday cocktails.
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Tue, Jul 28
7 PM - 9 PM
Nellie's Sports Bar, Washington D.C
Drag Bingo at Nellie's Sports Bar in Washington, D.C.'s U Street Corridor — a queen-hosted bingo night every Tuesday at 7pm, before karaoke at 9pm.
WeeklyTue, Jul 28
9 PM - 11 PM
Nellie's Sports Bar, Washington D.C
Karaoke Night at Nellie's Sports Bar in Washington, D.C.'s U Street Corridor — every Tuesday at 9pm, following the venue's drag bingo.
WeeklyWed, Jul 29
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Nellie's Sports Bar, Washington D.C
Out of Bounds Trivia at Nellie's Sports Bar in Washington, D.C.'s U Street Corridor — a weekly trivia night every Wednesday at 7:30pm.
WeeklyThu, Jul 30
7 PM - 12 AM
Nellie's Sports Bar, Washington D.C
Xavier's Thursdays at Nellie's Sports Bar in Washington, D.C.'s U Street Corridor — a weekly Thursday night with karaoke.
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