We’re Here…All Month Long
What's that? Your PRIDE is showing. And ICYMI, June is Pride Month. The LGBTQ communities & their allies from around the world come together to celebrate the freedom to just be. Amid all the festivities, it is important to remember that these gatherings have a tough history. The LBGTQIA+ community has struggled mightily with mistreatment, prejudice, and recognition. This is a time to show support, observe, and listen. TheListAreYouOnIt.com is an incredibly loud & proud ally and committed to protecting civil liberties for everyone All. Year. Long. AND All month long around the DC area you'll see rainbow flags waving, drag queens shaking their tailfeather and various ways to celebrate. No surprise, the plethora of Pride events welcomes everyone #WereHere #SayGayGayGay -
Pride Drag Brunch Benefitting SMYAL at All-Purpose Capitol Riverfront: All-Purpose Capitol Riverfront will host its final Monumental Drag Brunch of the season during Pride month on Saturday, June 22nd, hosted by Darcy de la Cuadra. Your $20 ticket grants admission to the event with the option to add bottomless Bellinis, Mimosas, and Aperol Spritzes on the day of for $19. Proceeds from the brunch will be donated to SMYAL (Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders), a nonprofit that supports and empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning LGBTQ youth in the DC area; 79 Potomac Avenue SE. To purchase a ticket, click here.
*NEW* Baked by Yael's Pride Collection: Baked by Yael’s Pride Collection is here. Now you can spread pride in the sweetest of ways. Choose from their Pride Jumbo Pops, Pride Cakepop Gift Basket, June's Box of the Month, and more. Baked by Yael is donating 14% of the sales from all Pride Pops sold in June to SMYAL, which empowers LGBTQ youth to build self-confidence, develop critical life skills, and engage their peers and community through service and advocacy; 3000 Connecticut Avenue NW. To view the full collection, click here.
Pride Cookies for a Cause at Bisnonna Bakeshop: Enjoy Bisnonna's Bakeshop's Italian Rainbow Cookies, all gayed up for Pride Month. 100% of profits will be donated to Safe Space NOVA, a queer-youth focused community organization creating safe spaces for youth to grow-up healthy and happy no matter how they identify; 10782-D Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, VA. For more information, click here.
Pride Pass Punch Card & Rainbow Cocktails from Top LGBTQ Mixologists at Buffalo & Bergen, Last Call, and Suburbia: In celebration of Pride month, pick a color and start on a spirited path with the Pride Pass Punch Card. Buffalo & Bergen, Last Call Bar, and Suburbia will offer a vibrant cocktail menu at each location, featuring flavors inspired by the colors of the rainbow. The Pride Pass Punch Card can be used to redeem free offers along the way (when you reach four drinks, the fifth is free).
Pride Garden at Fairmont DC: Fairmont DC is honoring Pride Month by transforming the courtyard in to a beautiful Pride Garden. Through the end of the month, rainbow pillows, signage and flags will be the backdrop for the month long celebration. Featured cocktails created with Assembly Gin and CIVIC Vodka are from DC’s Republic Restoratives Distillery. For each Pride Cocktails purchased, Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown, will donate $3 to the National LGBTQ Task Force; 2401 M Street NW. For more information, click here.
Golden Girls-Themed Pop-Up at Hank's Oyster Bar: Step back in time to party with your favorite ladies from Miami at Hank Oyster Bar's Golden Girls-themed pop-up bar. Through Sunday, June 30th, Q Street at Hank's Dupont Circle transforms into a retro oasis paying homage to Blanche, Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia. Enjoy craft cocktails like the St. Olaf Spritz, Picture It! Sicily, How About a Slice of Cheesecake?, Shady Pines Ma, The Stanley, and Blanche Was a Baddie, while surrounded by decor that brings the Golden Girls' iconic living room to life; 1624 Q Street NW. For more information, click here.
*NEW* Pride Drag Brunch at Hard Rock Café: Hard Rock Café will host a Drag Brunch on Saturday, June 22nd with a lineup of the fiercest drag queens, each bringing their unique charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent to the stage. From high-energy lip-sync performances to captivating dance routines, prepare to be entertained and inspired by these incredible artists. This fabulous celebration, held in honor of Pride Month, promises an unforgettable afternoon filled with dazzling performances, special cocktails, and delightful surprises. In-house mixologists have crafted a selection of exclusive cocktails that perfectly capture the spirit of Pride. Each drink is a celebration of love, diversity, and inclusion, designed to delight your taste buds and enhance your brunch experience; 999 E Street SW. For more information, click here.
Immigrant Food x AsylumWorks: Immigrant Food (White House & Planet Word locations) is showcasing a new dish for Immigrant Heritage and Pride Month throughout June, in partnership with one of their Impact Partners, AsylumWorks. The team chose a Greek dish, the “Greek Rainbow Salad,” in celebration of their recent strides for LGBTQ+ equality. Greece legalized same-sex marriage in February, becoming the first Southeastern European country to do so. Chef Ben Murray’s Greek dish features watermelon, feta, cucumber, cherry tomato, olive, bell pepper, & red wine vinaigrette. In honor of the month, Immigrant Food will donate 25% of June sales from the dish to AsylumWorks. 925 13th Street NW; 1701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW; immigrantfood.com
*NEW* Pride Drag Brunch at King & Rye: On Saturday, June 22nd from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., enjoy a lively southern brunch featuring the DMV's best drag entertainment, SAD Brunch. King & Rye is celebrating PRIDE month with their favorite queens. You won't want to miss this brunch, hosted by the one and only CAKE POP! Featuring special performances by Venus Valhalla, Daya B. Tease, and Jasmen Clitopatra. Tickets cost $30 per person; 480 King Street, Alexandria, VA. To purchase a ticket, click here.
“Pride High” Cocktail at all KNEAD Hospitality + Design Restaurants: All KNEAD Hospitality + Design restaurants will be offering a “Pride High'' cocktail featuring Tito's Vodka, Giffard Abricot du Roussillion, Cinnamon, Orange, and Lime. As a LGBTQ+ owned and operated restaurant group, KNEAD is proud to support their community as they actively raise awareness towards diversity and inclusion. With every purchase of the Pride cocktail a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Trevor Project; Multiple Locations. For more information, click here.
Love is Love at Love, Makoto: Throughout June, Love, Makoto is offering a couple of picnic baskets perfect for any Pride celebration. Meant to feed two, the baskets cost $60 (Pride Picnic) or $75 (Pride Party Picnic). Some highlights from the baskets include 2 Maki Rolls, 2 Mild Wagyu Buns, 3 Rainbow Vanilla Donuts, and more; 200 Massachusetts Avenue NW. To place an order, click here.
Pride Offerings at Lyle: Every June, Lyle celebrates Pride Month with special programming, activations, and more. The hotel is offering a Pride hotel package. Lyle’s Pride includes: Welcome Cocktail (Lyle’s signature Glitta Fades), In-room slice of rainbow cake and glass of champagne, Complimentary postcards from artist Lisa Marie Thalhammer. Your hotel fee will be waived and donated in your name to Capital Pride. Additionally Lyle will have a Pride Mural from Lisa Marie Thalhammer. 1731 New Hampshire Avenue NW. For more information, click here.
Mercy Me x Team DC: Mercy Me, within the Yours Truly Hotel, has partnered with Team DC and is donating 10% of sales from the signature Caipi Lychee to the organization. Team DC aims to highlight the benefits of sports participation, dispel discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in sports, award scholarships to student-athletes, and provide a network of sporting outlets for the LGBTQ+ community in the DC area; 1143 New Hampshire Avenue NW. For more information, click here.
*NEW* Elevate Drag Brunch Pride Edition at Officina: Join Officina on Sunday, June 23rd for an unforgettable brunch featuring outstanding performances from DC’s most fabulous drag queens. They are serving up amazing cocktails and providing an extraordinary dining experience, and a fabulous show from their amazing queens. Tickets cost $25 per person and include nonstop entertainment and a complimentary welcome cocktail; 1120 Maine Avenue SW. To purchase a ticket, click here.
Pride Crawl in Old Town Alexandria: On Saturday, June 22nd from 4:00 - 12:00 a.m., paint Old Town Alexandria rainbow. Join for a Pride-themed pub crawl where every step is a celebration of love, acceptance, and diversity. Tickets start at $15 per person; Multiple Locations. For a full list of participating restaurants and to purchase a ticket, click here.
Pride Specials at Pizzeria Paradiso: During June, all four Pizzeria Paradiso locations will serve a Pride Pizza that was dreamed up by a proud LGBTQ+ employee. Like many members of the Puerto Rican diaspora, Alec Rivera was born in the mainland US to parents who were raised on the island. Puerto Rican culture, music, and food were an integral part of Alec’s upbringing. Escabeche de gandules,a traditional dish of pigeon peas and veggies, is commonly eaten as a side, a topping with plantains, or a dip for chips, and make an appearance on his signature Pride Pizza. They will also be offering a Pride Palmer all month long; Multiple locations. For more information, click here.
*NEW* Republic Restorative's Pride Party: On Saturday, June 29th from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m., party with DC's only LGBTQ-owned distillery, Republic Restoratives, for one more rainbow hurrah. Come toast queer-owned businesses with top shelf cocktails, world class birria, and epic beats. Tickets cost $20 per person;1369 New York Avenue NE. To purchase a ticket, click here.
Cheers to Love and Inclusivity at Skydome for Pride Month: Join Skydome throughout June to celebrate Pride month with their featured cocktail, “Taste of the Rainbow”. The cocktail is shaken up with Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, lavender syrup and lemonade and is garnished with a lavender sprig with a Pride flag. Guests can enjoy the cocktail along with Skydome’s newly refined summer menu that features a variety of light and fresh dishes. The featured cocktail will be served from Tuesday - Saturday from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.; 300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA. To make a reservation, click here.
Specialty Pride Cocktail Menu at Swingers Crazy Golf: In partnership with Absolut Vodka, Swingers, The Crazy Golf Club created a specialty Pride cocktail menu for the month of June. Some highlights include Ginger Spice, Anything but Vanilla, Queen Bee, and more. Swingers also partnered with the local LGBTQ+ charity, Pride 365 Fund, to donate a portion of the proceeds to the charity. The Pride 365 Fund is committed 365 days a year to provide direct financial support to local community organizations for programs that celebrate and enrich the lives of the LGBTQ+ community; 1330 19th Street NW. For more information, click here.
Walk On The Wild Side Pride Party at Union Market: Don't miss Wild Side Media's first annual Walk on the Wild Side, a massive Pride block party in the Union Market District celebrating the District’s diverse LGBTQ+ community through the lens of their vibrant arts and culture scene on Saturday, June 15th; 1309 5th Street NE. To purchase a ticket, click here.
Pride & Paws at Viceroy DC: Join Viceroy DC on Sunday, June 16th from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. for Pride & Paws, a vibrant celebration where you and your furry friends can enjoy a fun-filled day featuring local vendors, complimentary pup cups, and special drink offers. Come together to celebrate community and diversity with great company, delightful treats, and refreshing drinks; 1430 Rhode Island Avenue NW. To make a reservation, click here.
Pride Offerings from Yours Truly Hotel: Yours Truly Hotel has designed a limited edition Pride LOVE tote bag, which will be distributed to hotel guests dining on property. The hotel will also have a booth during the DC Pride Parade, where the limited edition tote bags containing branded goodies, including water bottles, granola bars, lip balms, and sunscreen, will be distributed to parade attendees complimentary; 1143 New Hampshire Avenue NW. For more information, click here.
For even more Pride Activations throughout the month of June, check out The List's Calendar here!
