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as you are. DC, Washington D.C

as you are. DC, Washington D.C.

Washington D.C., Washington D.C.

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A Capitol Hill cafe by day and queer bar by night.

Capitol Hill·$$
500 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States
CaféNeighborhood BarLaid BackLate NightMixed CrowdAll GendersLocalsTrans Friendly
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About as you are. DC

An inclusive LGBTQ+ café, bar, and community space in Washington D.C.'s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, this spot serves as both a daytime café offering coffee and bites and a lively bar at night with cocktails and events. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment for all, As You Are. is a hub for queer folks to connect, socialize, and feel embraced, making it a standout in D.C.'s LGBTQ+ scene.

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Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12pm–12am
Wednesday
12pm–12am
Thursday
12pm–12am
Friday
12pm–3am
Saturday
12pm–3am
Sunday
12pm–12am
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Sunday, November 1

Lil' Coffee Chat

Lil' Coffee Chat

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.

Weekly
Shower Karaoke

Shower Karaoke

7 PM - 9 PM

as you are. DC, Washington D.C

Shower Karaoke at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a Sunday-evening karaoke night every Sunday at 7pm at the queer cafe and bar.

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Tuesday, November 3

Trans Night

Trans Night

8 PM - 10 PM

as you are. DC, Washington D.C

Trans Night at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a weekly gathering by and for the trans community, every Tuesday at 8pm.

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Sunday, November 8

Lil' Coffee Chat

Lil' Coffee Chat

1 PM - 3 PM

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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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Shower Karaoke

Shower Karaoke

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Shower Karaoke at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a Sunday-evening karaoke night every Sunday at 7pm at the queer cafe and bar.

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Tuesday, November 10

Trans Night

Trans Night

8 PM - 10 PM

as you are. DC, Washington D.C

Trans Night at as you are. DC in Washington, D.C.'s Capitol Hill — a weekly gathering by and for the trans community, every Tuesday at 8pm.

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