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Team DC is proud to partner with the Wanda Alston Foundation to celebrate all the incredible charitable work our Member Clubs have done this year in support of their mission to house and support DC's homeless LGBTQ+ youth. 

Organizations like the Wanda Alston Foundation are able to provide these life-saving resources because of the generosity and spirit of our athletes, teammates, and sponsors. Every dollar goes a long way, and thanks to you all, lives are being changed.  

Join us for the Special Thank You Event to celebrate YOU!  Join us Monday, November 17 at 6pm at the DC Center.

Enjoy a free open bar, light bites, and meaningful connections with the teammates and community that keep this movement strong. RSVP Here. 

As mentioned above, fill out this quick doodle poll to let us know WHEN our Holiday would work best for your schedule.

And if you want to sponsor our Holiday Party, you can do so by CLICKING HERE.

Football fever has swept many of our members up, so we are ONCE MORE bringing you a Commanders event. This time, Sunday night at HER DINER we will gather again to cheer on the home team, and raise money for the Team DC Scholarship Fund.

We are selling squares for a raffle, with prizes for every quarter - so that’s 4 chances to win per square. Our board is almost half sold, so get your squares now HERE.

🌟 Save the Date: Team DC’s 2026 Night of Champions Gala!

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Night of Champions Gala will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at a new venue - the Georgetown Marriott on 22nd St. NW. Our annual gala gives us an evening of celebrating community leaders and the next generation of LGBTQ+ student-athletes. Join us for an inspiring evening of cocktails, dinner, and awards — all in support of Team DC’s Scholarship Program.

🎟️ Early Bird Discount: Save 20% on tickets, tables, and sponsorships when you purchase before December 1st!

Don’t miss this elegant night of celebration, community, and pride — it’s the highlight of Team DC’s year!

P.S. Scholarship applications are open. If you know any teachers, coaches, or others who work with high schools in the DC area, make sure they know about our scholarship program and have them encourage students to apply - [Learn more here]

NIGHTS OUT 2026

All professional sports teams in the DC area hosted a Pride night as part of the 2025 Night OUT series. Now we are starting to line up 2026 dates.

First up - Night OUT at the Washington Capitals

The Washington Capitals have scheduled a Pride Night for January 17, 2026 vs. the Florida Panthers.

We are proud to be working with the Wizards on planning for the Night OUT at the Wizards on March 19, 2026.

We are working on details for the night and look forward to another great Night OUT with the Wizards. Use the link above and share on your platforms, emails, newsletters, etc. Tickets are available in these sections and price points:

On Thursday, November 20 at 8pm, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is hosting an Equality Night Performance of Julia Masli’s Ho Ho Ho Ha Ha Ha Ha and Team DC members are invited. Woolly’s affinity performances are designated for audience members who share a particular identity as an intentional space for community building and celebration. While these performances are open to all, this affinity nights prioritizes the needs of LGBT+ identifying audience members to be seen and celebrated in theatre spaces, and process complex questions about sexual orientation and gender and belonging while in community. Find out more about the play below!

Last time she was at Woolly, she sold out the house, earned Helen Hayes Award nominations, and left D.C. audiences roaring (and maybe questioning what just happened). Now, award-winning Estonian clown Julia Masli returns to Woolly with a holiday remix of her international hit ha ha ha ha ha ha ha—newly wrapped, ribboned, and ready for whatever festive chaos you bring. 

In ho ho ho ha ha ha ha, Julia once again sets out to solve people’s problems—only this time, they’re holiday problems. From family meltdowns to gift-related despair, she’ll tackle it all with nothing but her heart, her leg, and a questionable mission to help humankind. No script. No plan. No guarantees.

The performance will be followed by a post-show Happy Hour in Woolly’s Lobby.

Woolly Mammoth offers a special rate of $25 for tickets to the Equality/Pride Night. Go to- https://www.woollymammoth.net/productions/ho-ho-ho-ha-ha-ha-ha/ and use the code: EQUALITY to purchase tickets.

PRIDE NIGHT AT SOME LIKE IT HOT

We’re invited to PRIDE NIGHT at Some Like It Hot presented by Broadway at The National, on Sunday, November 30 at 7:30pm!

Enjoy pride-themed photo ops, specialty drinks for purchase, and more before the show. Plus! Our own DC’s Different Drummers will fill The National’s lobby with free jazz music beginning at 6:30pm.

Save $30 on tickets with code HOT2025.* The code should be entered before selecting your seats by clicking the “unlock” button here.

*7:30pm performance only. Select seats. Restrictions apply.

About the Show

Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” – The New York Times

Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.

And what a trip it is! With its irresistible combination of heart and laughs, song and dance, SOME LIKE IT HOT won more theater awards than any show in its season, and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle. No wonder Deadline calls it “a tap-dancing, razzle-dazzling embrace of everything you love about musical theater.”

Winter Wonderfest at Nationals Park

On select days from November 28 – December 30, Nationals Park transforms into a fun-filled winter wonderland featuring tubing, curling, and train rides, plus an adults-only Après Chalet by Fireball.

Come on out on December 11 for Pride Night, featuring an exciting lineup of local LGBTQ+ performers on the wonderfest field. Gather your crew and join us this season at Nationals Park!

The Washington Scandals RFC is seeking a dedicated Head Coach to lead our Division 4 side. The ideal candidate is passionate about rugby, player development, and team culture. Responsibilities include building season practice and skills training schedules, developing game strategy, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment on and off the pitch. A seasonal stipend is offered as well as covered travel for away games.

ASGRA’s monthly horseback ride for September will be Sunday, December 7 at 10 AM. The horseback ride takes place at Piscataway Trails, LLC in Clinton, MD (see map). The ride is an hour long. All horse, tack and some basic instructions are provided. Experienced and novice riders are welcome.

 Horseback Ride costs are:

—$45 for non-members

—$40 for members

 To RSVP or for more information, contact ASGRA President, Patrick Hunter at [email protected].

Every first Thursday of the month, DC Lambda Squares (DCLS) hold 30-min introductory dances for anyone interested in square dancing. No appointment or registration is needed, anyone can simply show up, learn how to dance for free, or just socialize. Free snacks and beverage are always provided by the club.

November 7-10, our club hosted an annual square dance weekend called "Harvest Festival Hoedown" in Harrisburg, PA. About 140 new and experienced square dancers from around the country and Canada attended the event. It was the 29th year of the club hosting the event.  

Since August, we have hosted a weekly beginner square dance class. The class introduces newcomers to square dancing and to members in the DC metro area. Class fees are less than $10 per 90-minute class, and financial aid provided by the club is available. Graduates of the class will also receive free DCLS annual membership for 2026 and discounted rates to future events as first-time attendees.

And we dance every Thursday from 7-9pm at the National City Christian Church.

Don’t let the cold slow you down. The DC Strokes’ Winter Training Program is back, offering a perfect way to stay fit, build strength, and refine your rowing technique through the off-season! Whether you’re a seasoned rower or new to the sport, our indoor erg workouts and coached sessions will keep your competitive edge sharp (and your muscles ready for spring). Winter training will begin Monday, December 1, we will be providing more concrete details in the coming weeks. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Till next time,

TEAM DC

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