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DC United Night OUT

August 24th @ 7:30 PM

It’s the 13th annual Pride Night Out with DC United. United play FC Dallas.  We will have a special tailgate in Heineken Hall at 6:00 PM, providing exclusive giveaways and swag.  When purchasing tickets, please use the same email used for your Ticketmaster account, and your tickets will be transferred beginning July 1st.

Day OUT at the Washington Commanders

October 6th at 1 PM

The Washington Commanders are proud to welcome the LGBTQIA+ community for our 4th annual Pride Night OUT! Join us for a matchup against the Cleveland Browns on October 6th at 1 PM! Bus service will be provided from the parking lot behind Wundergarten, leaving at 10 AM.

The Pregame Pride Party* Pass and Club Level (300) game ticket includes:

  • Premier party location & Club Level Ticket

  • All you can eat buffet

  • Beer and wine (2)

  • An exclusive Commanders Pride T-Shirt

  • Pregame Entertainment

  • Postgame Photo on the Field

    *Pregame Pride Party passes are limited, so act fast to take advantage of this great deal.

Lower Level (100-200s) and Upper-Level (400) game tickets include:

  • An exclusive Commanders Pride T-Shirt

  • Photo on the field 

SAVE THE DATE

Night of Champions Gala 

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Team DC’s annual event to honor local LGBTQ+ sports leaders as well as the recipients of the 2025 College Scholarships. 

Join our 45+ member organizations and Team DC as we celebrate a Night of Champions. Team DC will honor a new class of college bound LGBTQ+ athletes. We will also celebrate local LGBTQ+ leaders and educators making a difference in our community.

Cocktail and silent auction reception 6:00PM, dinner and awards 7:30.

Hilton National Mall/Wharf,  480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024

Seeking Champions Award Nominations

The MVP Award recognizes individuals that have made a significant contribution to their sport club or tournament over the past year or two.

The Trailblazer Award recognizes individuals or member organizations that have worked for many years to support and in some cases, establish their teams and tournaments. 

The Community Support Award recognizes individuals, organizations or businesses that have supported the teams and the entire LGBT sporting community.

The Clark Ray Horizon Award recognizes educators, coaches, athletic directors, and staff who have demonstrated support for LGBTQ high school students, particularly students who compete in sports. The recognition comes with a $500 cash award.

Ready to join? We are gearing up for the ‘24 Fall Season and want you to join the Washington Scandals RFC! Come out and learn the basics of rugby with the team at our Rugby 101. Sign up through the link in our insta bio!

When: Saturday, August 24th

Where: Raoul Wallenberg Field

Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM

We will also have a post-Rugby 101 social at Trade! DM us for more details!!

CAPS Fall Ball Season

Registration is open for our fall season, which begins September 7 and runs through October 12, with games played at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, MD. 

We offer two divisions:

· Open:  For players of all gender identities and of all skill levels, including those who are new to softball, looking to develop/enhance skills, or enjoy a social environment. 

· Women's+: For players who prefer to play in a Women's+ Division.

Players will be drafted to teams and can sign up with friends. Registration includes a team t-shirt. 

Register here. For more info, email [email protected].

Join the DC Furies on August 17 from 11a-1pm at Rosedale Rec Center for an intro to rugby skills day!

No experience needed, just bring water and either cleats or tennis shoes.

Can't make it? No worries! Follow us on Instagram @dcfuries and join us at any practice on Tuesday or Thursday!

NOW PREPARING FOR GAY GAMES VALENCIA DANCESPORT 2026! (in addition to numerous U.S. & European comps & social events in between!)

Join us to begin training in either International Ballroom or Latin (or preferably both!). Beginners dance 3 dances in either 1 or both dance styles and training is every Thursday 6-7pm at DanceSport Dupont Circle (free for our GG competitors). Contact Terry at 202-596-4860.

DC Rawhides semi-monthly Sat night dances at Eastern Market. Join us for a fun line dance class at 7pm, a 2-step tutorial at 8:00 and our Dance Angels throughout the evening to make sure that any beginners have a great experience OUT on the dance floor. Only $10 and a fun-filled Country Dance experience is GUARANTEED!! 😃

Our season continues through October and you can join anytime! www.LambdaLinks.com

DC Front Runners Monthly LGBTQ+ Women, Trans, & Non-Binary Run

Contact [email protected] for more info.

Have you ever thought about being a foster parent? Becoming a foster parent is an awarding way to change the course of a child's life by providing love, trust, hope and a stable home for children who have been separated from their families due to neglect and abuse. The National Center for Children and Families has served children and families in the DMV since 1915. They want to continue providing a safe space for children with your support. Call or text 657-522-0770 or visit us at nccf-cares.org/become-a-foster-parent/ to find out more.