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Nightlife Directory

List of LGBT Clubs & Bars for D.C., Maryland & Virginia

Last update: 08/14/2024 | Sort Names| Neighborhoods

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Washington, DC

ADAMS MORGAN AREA

Pitchers DC
    Favorite for Both Men & Women, Sports,
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CAPITOL HILL AREA

DOWNTOWN AREA

Green Lantern
    Favorite for Mostly Men, Leather/levi, Billiards,
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Mixtape
    Favorite for Both Men & Women, Dancing,
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DUPONT AREA

Annie's
    Favorite for Restaurant,
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DIK Bar
    Favorite for Mostly Men,
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Fireplace, The
    Favorite for Mostly Men, Video,
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JR.'s
    Favorite for Mostly Men, Video,
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About Number 9

Number Nine is a two story, indoor-outdoor, lounge and video bar in the heart of Logan Circle. We have been open and and serving the LGBTIQIA collective since 2010. Our cocktail menu is quite extensive with over 20 brands of vodka and multiple types of Mojitos. Our happy hours are quite trendy and nighttime gets even busier with djs playing music videos on the second floor. Outside, we have an expanded patio area that now includes a large streatery and cocktail servers.

We are proud to state that we were just named 2022 BEST GAY BAR IN DC in the annual "Best of DC" contest in the Washington Blade newspaper.


General Information

All seating both indoor and out is first come, first serve. (We do not take reservations for seating.)

Number Nine is 21 and over at all times.


DC's Best Happy Hour - All Drinks Are 2 For 1

Monday through Friday, If you buy your first juice before 7pm, your second consume is FREE until 8pm!
Buy ANY drink from the moment we open until 7pm, Monday - Friday, and vour second drink is FREE. And you can redeem your receipt for your free drink until 8pm.
This is good for any drink...from our signature

20 LGBTQ+ Bars to Check Out in Washington, DC

The nation's capital is dwelling to a lively LGBTQ+ nightlife scene with plenty of gay and woman loving woman bars just waiting for you to join in on the fun.

The diversity of DC’s LGBTQ+ community is growing by the day, resulting in a dynamic, stimulating community with plenty of bars and clubs to pick from when it’s time to cocktail, dance and perform. Read up on some of our favorite LGBTQ+-friendly spots below.

Let’s own a … you get it. Harvest all your girls, gays and theys to kiki all night on U Street. With four rooms of varied vibes, outdoor spaces and DJs that never miss, Kiki lives up to its name. Reach for the joyful hour, stay for the weekly events.

At 14th and U, DC’s first booze-free LGBTQ+ bar is lighting up the sober scene with mocktails, music and plenty of main-character energy. Spark kickstarts the day with coffee, pastries and cafe charm, then turns it up at sundown with DJs, drag trivia and zero-proof cocktails that pack a punch.

Next door to Spark Social Home is Crush, a retro-inspired cocktail lounge and entertainment mecca for anyone and everyone. Event highlights include all-d

Lex’s Guide to Queer DC Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars

From the trendy neighborhoods of Dupont Circle to the bustling streets of Adams Morgan, DC offers an array of LGBTQ+ bars, queer clubs, and even a queer-owned brewery. TL;DR, DC is super male lover, and you're going to have a great day exploring the queer and lesbian bars they possess to offer! Whether you're a local or a visitor, here's a reference to some of the best LGBTQ+ bars in Washington, DC.

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1. A League of Her Own

Quickly becoming a popular destination on every lesbian bar road trip, A League of Her Own is a laidback, easy going lesbian sports bar serving the lgbtq+ community of DC. With fun events and a lively dance floor, you’re sure to have a fun night out when you stop by ALOHO.

A League of Her Own

2317 18th St. NW

Washington DC, 20009

2. As You Are

A favorite among the local queer scene in DC, As You Are is a chill spot that is a cafe/bar/dance boutique in one. As the name suggests, they inspire you to come as yourself and have a fun night out with some new local Diverse friends and crushes.

As You Are

500 8th St SE

Washington, DC 20003

3. Nellie's Sports Bar

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