Quick Last-Minute Guide to Washington D.C. Pride Parties
Need a list of nightlife events during Washington, D.C. Pride Month? We’ve done the work for you, and here is our pick.
May 17 – The Mayhem Rave World Tour
- Saturday, May 17 | 10 PM – 3:30 AM
- Brutalíst Warehouse | Secret Location
- Get tickets at Luisfernandonyc.com
- New York City nightlife producer Luis Fernando is taking his MAYHEM: The Rave World Tour on the road—and the next stop is Washington, D.C. on Saturday, May 17 at a secret warehouse location, revealed exclusively to ticket holders one week before the event.
Tickets are on sale now at Luisfernandonyc.com. General admissions starts at $25, while VIP tickets—which include expedited entry, access to an exclusive VIP area, and one piece of official MAYHEM merchandise—are available for $60.
Photos: Julian Lazaro
Headlining the D.C. stop is North America’s premier Lady Gaga impersonator Nick Gaga, alongside an all-star lineup including the current RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars contestant Daya Betty, Miss Paradise 2025 Venus Mystique, NYC nightlife stars Jamie CD, Jupiter Genesis, local icon Venetian, and more. The dance floor will stay lit with pulsing DJ sets from P_A_T, MisCalculated, Arra and others.
Expect a massive stage, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, and signature MAYHEM art installations that transform the venue into a fully immersive, multi-sensory rave experience.
May 23 – CLUB KERRI at BUNKER – A Benefit for Whitman-Walker Health
- Friday, May 23 | 10 PM
- BUNKER | 2001 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C.
- Tickets Available HERE
- Donation portal
- BUNKER, D.C.’s premier LGBTQ+ nightclub, joins forces with RuPaul’s Drag Race icon Kerri Colby and community health provider Whitman-Walker Health for a month-long fundraiser supporting inclusive healthcare in the D.C. area. The campaign launches May 1st online via Whitman-Walker’s donation portal and culminates in an unforgettable night: CLUB KERRI, happening Friday, May 23rd.
For just $20 at the door (with advance tickets available), party with purpose as 50% of door proceeds go directly to Whitman-Walker Health. The night kicks off at 10 PM with a DJ set and performances from local drag favorite Cake Pop, followed by a headlining set from Kerri Colby, currently starring on RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars. Kerri will also donate a portion of proceeds from one of her new t-shirts to the cause.
Follow @bunkerclubdc, @whitmanwalker, and @kerricolby for the latest updates—and get ready to celebrate Pride with purpose.
May 31 – Shakira Tribute After-Party – A LatinX History Project Fundraiser
- Friday, May 31 | 10 PM – 3 AM
- AI Warehouse | Union Market District, Washington, D.C.
- Tickets at: latinxhistoryproject.org
- ¡Una noche de sabor y orgullo! When the lights go down on Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, the real party begins. Join us for the official Shakira Tribute After-Party, a high-octane celebration powered by the LatinX History Project and hosted at D.C.’s newest nightlife hotspot, AI Warehouse.
Headlining the night is Colombian superstar DJ Daiky Gamboa, best friend and close collaborator of Karol G, bringing his signature reggaeton heat straight from Medellín to the DMV. Kicking off the night is DJ Pedro Night of Adobo DMV, setting the stage with infectious Latin rhythms and dance-floor energy you won’t forget.
This is more than a party—it’s a movement. Celebrate Latinx excellence, dance to the rhythms of home, and support inclusive storytelling. A portion of ticket sales will directly benefit the LatinX History Project, a local nonprofit preserving and uplifting Latinx LGBTQ+ voices.
The concert may end, but la fiesta continúa. Don’t miss the afterglow—get your tickets now.
June 5th (Thursday) – Yes to all: World Pride Kick-Off with Wendy Guevara and DJs Leo Blanco and Onyx
- Thursday, June 5 | 10 PM – 3 AM
- Live performances by Wendy Guevara and music by Leo Blanco and Onyx
- Purchase tickets here
- KINETIC teams up with Colombia’s El Mozo to ignite World Pride 2025 with Yes to All—a night of global heat, forbidden pleasures, and pure celebration. Step into a fantasy of Latin circuit beats, irresistible energy, and unfiltered pride on Friday, June 6th (date can be added if needed), as we transform the nation’s capital into a playground of inclusivity and desire.
Headlining the night is none other than Wendy Guevara, the dazzling Queen of Las Perdidas and a true cultural icon. Wendy made history as the first trans woman to win a reality show in Mexico and Latin America, earning over 18 million votes on La Casa de los Famosos México. She’s now blazing trails as the first transgender presenter on U.S. national television with Univision’s Desiguales—and she’s bringing her unstoppable charisma, heat, and star power to our stage.
With seductive beats by international DJs Leo Blanco and Onyx, and surrounded by the most provocative men from around the globe, Yes to All is more than a party—it’s a movement. In partnership with the LatinX History Project, we invite you to say yes to love, yes to music, yes to pride, and yes to dancing all night long.
At Yes to All, the answer is always yes.
June 7th (Saturday) – Fabric of Freedom World Pride Main Event
- Saturday, June 7 | 10 PM – 4 PM
- 1235 W St. NE, Washington, D.C.
- Purchase tickets here
- One ticket. Three unforgettable dance experiences. KINETIC teams up with Capital Pride Alliance to present Fabric of Freedom—the official World Pride main event—on Saturday, June 7 at 10 PM at 1235 W St. NE in Washington, D.C.
Spanning more than 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, this all-night celebration features three fully immersive stages, each with a distinct energy and world-class talent. At the discoVERS stage, DJs Dawson, Alexis Tucci, and the legendary Kevin Aviance bring the funk, soul, and deep grooves. The WE Party stage delivers peak circuit energy with a back-to-back set from Dan Slater and GSP, plus additional sets by Erik Vilar and Binomio. And on the Cherry Fund stage, expect high-octane performances from Isis Muretech and Micky Friedmann.
Fabric of Freedom is more than a party—it’s a centerpiece of World Pride in D.C. celebrating dance, liberation, and community. From top international DJs to cutting-edge production and surprises throughout the night, this event offers an unmatched experience across all three stages.
Tickets are available now at worldpridedc.org. For updates, follow @kineticpresents on Instagram.
June 7th (Saturday) – 140+ X FWB X XUNT X GW (World DC Pride) (21+)
- XXL: Pride Warehouse Rave
- Saturday, June 7 | 10 PM – 4 PM
- 1309 5th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
- To purchase tickets (LINK)
- This Pride, go XXL with the biggest queer and trans-forward event of the weekend. Set in a massive, sexy warehouse, this high-impact party features world-class sound, lighting, bars, and immersive production. It’s the most ambitious lineup yet, spotlighting boundary-breaking DJs like Juliana Huxtable, Cortisa Star, UMRU, Sukubratz, Nomiii, Get Face, and more—serving up a night of pulsing club and techno beats.
Expect live performances, fierce go-go dancers, and a space intentionally designed to celebrate queer joy across generations. The first half of the night caters to the vibrant 21–30 LGBTQ+ crowd, while the second half turns up the heat for a slightly more seasoned 30+ audience. Don’t miss this epic, genre-defying celebration of Pride.
June 8th (Sunday) – Horse Meat Disco – World Pride Weekend
- Sunday, June 8 | 10 PM
- 530 Penn Street NE, Washington, D.C.
- Purchase tickets here
- The dance floor calls—and this World Pride Weekend, the legendary Horse Meat Disco returns to D.C. for a night of unfiltered joy, sweat, and sound. On Sunday, June 8th, the iconic queer disco collective takes over 530 Penn Street NE, joined by rising stars Dangerous Rose and Coach Chris, for a euphoric celebration of freedom, identity, and groove.
Known for its unapologetic energy and inclusive spirit, Horse Meat Disco promises a night that bridges generations of queer nightlife. Whether you’re leather-clad or glitter-drenched, this is your sanctuary.
In the true spirit of Pride, a portion of every ticket sold will support the Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend Travel Fund, helping educate the LGBTQ+ community about the legacy and culture of leather and MAL Weekend.
Come dance for a cause, stay for the fantasy.
