🌈 Our Pride Is Showing. WorldPride 2025 in DC🌈

Washington, DC is ready to party with purpose as it proudly hosts WorldPride 2025, and this year marks the 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations in the District. For three weeks, the city will burst with parades, drag brunches, dance parties, art installations, pop-ups, exhibits, and conversations that reflect the vibrant and diverse LGBTQ+ community.

As proud allies, TheListAreYouOnIt.com is spotlighting must-attend events across the city. Whether you’re marching in solidarity or dancing in the streets, here’s how to do Pride right:

Signature Events & Festivals

WorldPride Music Festival
June 6 & 7 | RFK Festival Grounds
Two days, three stages, 60+ performers—including Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan, and Zedd. Expect immersive art installations, lounges, eats, drinks, and nonstop celebration. 18+ to enter.

WorldPride Parade
June 7 | Steps off at 2PM from 14th & T St NW
The Capital Pride Parade gets a global glow-up, honoring the fight for equality, queer neighborhoods, and 50 years of Pride in DC.

International Rally + March for Freedom
June 8 | 9:30AM | Lincoln Memorial to U.S. Capitol
Join thousands to rally for LGBTQ+ rights, democracy, and justice. Ends in a celebratory Street Festival & Closing Concert. Registration required. No bags allowed except clear. All ages welcome.

Know Before You Go - Pride365 Mobile App
Your go-to guide for all things WorldPride—parade routes, event updates, and curated itineraries. Free to download.

Drag Brunches & Performances (More To Come)

Dirty Habit Drag Brunch
June 8 | Dirty Habit at Hotel Monaco
Hosted by Sasha Cassadine and starring Alyssa Edwards, Utica, Mercedes Iman Diamond, and DC favorites. Tickets include brunch, drinks, and a show.

Arrels Drag Brunch @ Arlo DC
June 8 | 333 G St NW
Hosted by Bombalicious Eklaver with performances by De’ior Kouture, Nadia Cole, and more. Tapas, drinks, DJ ALVAMP, and rooftop vibes.

Barrel House Cafe & Bar - Queer Cabaret Series
June 1–8 | 1341 14th St NW
Haus of Bambi (6/1), ElixHER Cabaret (6/2 & 6/8), Joey Arias (6/3–6/5). Plus, a month-long Pride cocktail menu.

Nightlife & Rooftop Parties

Echostage Pride Series
May 24–June 7 | 2135 Queens Chapel Rd NE
Includes Black Pride White Party (5/24), Trixie Mattel’s Solid Pink Disco (6/3), and DJ headliners Zedd (6/5), Galantis (6/6), Purple Disco Machine (6/7).

ART DC @ Arlo Rooftop Pride Party
June 6 | 3PM–7PM | 333 G St NW
Hosted by Bombalicious Eklaver with DJ Huh?. Casamigos tastings, Japanese bar bites, and skyline views.

Barrel House Late Nights
Drag, dancing, immersive sets, and forest-themed fantasy all month long.

Food & Drink Specials

Bluejacket Brewery
Now–June 8 | Navy Yard
Limited-run Pride lager “Many Colors” + merch.

Bourbon Steak

All Month | 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW 
Drag Me to Brunch cocktail for $24, a blend of Absolut Rainbow Vodka, Aperol, orgeat, lemon, and egg white, topped with playful sprinkles. $1 from every cocktail sold through the end of June will be donated to World Pride and the Capital Pride Alliance.

Colada Shop
All Month | Multiple Locations
Rainbow pastelitos + Pride Bags.

Fairmont Washington DC
All Month | 2401 M Street NW 
The Fairmont brings back its Pride Garden, curated by Veuve Clicquot. The courtyard is transformed with rainbow pillows, flags, and festive cocktails like Coconut Courage, and Purple Reign. Veuve by the glass is also available, and a Very Important Pup (V.I.P.) menu makes this a party for all.

Love, Makoto
All Month | 200 Massachusetts Ave NW
Pride picnic boxes, rainbow donuts, party packs, and donations to The Trevor Project.

Lulu’s Winegarden
All Month | 1940 11th St NW
Three colorful cocktails with proceeds to the HRC.

Olio e Più 
Through June 30 | 699 14th Street NW 
Olio e Più is pouring the Marintino, a cocktail of reposado tequila, cassis, blackberry, lemon, and hibiscus. Inspired by joyful rebellion, it’s available alongside prime parade route patio seating. Proceeds benefit Whitman-Walker and Capital Pride Alliance.

Unconventional Diner
Now–June 7 | 1207 9th St NW
Cantina Mule proceeds benefit wayOut. Also: Rainbow layer cake + Pride patio.

Summer House
All Month | North Bethesda
Rainbow Sugar Rush cookie supporting Trans Lifeline.

Cultural Exhibits & Reflections
Capital Jewish Museum: LGBTJews in the Federal City
Through June 8 | 575 3rd St NW
An exhibit on a century of queer Jewish activism, religious transformation, and vibrant community.

Kimpton Monaco Free to Fly Suite
Now through Oct 11 | 700 F St NW
A rainbow-hued stay complete with handmade butterfly murals, welcome cocktails, and treats from LGBTQ+ makers.

The Watergate Hotel 

Through June 30 | 2650 Virginia Ave NW 
Celebrate with limited-edition cocktails: Bey’s Blush ($24) and Caribbean Queen ($18), available at Kingbird, The Next Whisky Bar, and Top of the Gate. A portion of proceeds supports Whitman-Walker and Capital Pride Alliance. Pride Package includes cocktails, a welcome gift, and inspirational turndown quotes.

Parade Viewing & Patio Parties

Le Diplomate Pride Chalets
June 7 | 2–6PM | 1601 14th St NW
Reserve private chalets for 2-5 with cocktails, swag, and views of the parade.

Pappe Pride Patio Party
June 7 | 1317 14th St NW
Indian snacks, cocktails, and prime seating along the parade route.

Nailsaloon Pride Pop-Up
June 7 | 1508 14th St NW
Free Pride nail stickers with a gel topcoat, cocktails from Alchy, and parade fans.

Stay proud, stay loud — and for the full WorldPride 2025 lineup, head to our Events Calendar here.