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The event has grown to become one of the most successful fundraising circuit events of its kind.
The Cherry Fund is the longest running 501c3 non-profit circuit party organization in United States, serving numerous HIV/AIDS & Mental Health Service organizations in the Washington DC metropolitan area.
- Visiting DC for Cherry Weekend? Stay at the Canopy by Hilton with spacious rooms and a state of the art gym. (12 minutes from Dupont Circle)
The Party
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates – The Cherry weekend is a spectacular and joyous event held over four days featuring sixteen world renowned DJs., 9 different events and 4 fun daytime parties.
- Each year the theme changes. Themes are announced a few months before the party, allowing visitors to plan their outfits – from the very minimal (colour coordinated harness anyone?) to the most elaborate!
- Cherry takes over some of the city’s top venues and transforms them into a themed party wonderland. Expect amazing light and sound, over-the-top decoration, sexy hot hosts and a gaggle of gogos.
- The Washington Plaza Hotel is in the heart of Washington, with a great pool and friendly staff. (5 minutes from Dupont Circle)
Cherry Washington DC Party Schedule 2025
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The Venues
- Ultrabar – multilevel bar & lounge with special lighting effects & DJs, In between Ford’s Theatre and the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown.
Stay right by Ultrabar at the Kimpton Hotel DC and just 8 min from Dupont Circle.- RepubliQ (Formerly Bliss) – Spacious, elegant, luxurious, cutting-edge, stylish and hip lounge dance club with multiple dance floors in Washington, D.C. Warehouse District. The club is a 20-minute drive from Dupont Circle.
- Flash – An intimate nightclub and bar created for music lovers, located in the Shaw district of Washington DC, 9-minutes from Dupont Circle.
- The Mayflower Club – A Mediterranean Restaurant, Bar and Lounge in Dupont Circle. Quite glamorous, spread across two levels with a fancy neon bar, a fashionable vibe and great location.
Gay Washington DC
- With rainbow-colored crosswalks, it’s obvious that this Dupont Circle neighborhood street is the place to be. A few blocks east of the neighborhood’s namesake circle, 17th Street NW is home to JR’s.
- If you’re looking for a speakeasy feel, try Dito’s, located in the basement of Italian restaurant Floriana. The Lilliputian lounge serves up cocktails and great conversation. Or pick a theme night at JR’s: the longtime gay bar does Retro Fridays, Sunday Fundays and even drag-themed trivia on Wednesday nights. In an unofficial nod to the nabe’s LGBTQ+ scene, look for the “Frank Kameny Way” street sign at 17th and R streets. Kameny, an astronomer by trade, became a gay rights activist when he was fired from the U.S. Army in 1957.
- The LGBTQ+-friendly The Ven Embassy Row Hotel is a member of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association and it was named “one of the best rooftop pools in America” by USA Today. The bar stays open until 11 p.m. on summer Friday and Saturday nights, and delights with its cocktails and nibbles.
- Adams Morgan’s cozy restaurants and trendy shops also make it a must-see during the day. Explore the shops along 18th Street NW and then cap off a dinner at Duplex Diner with dancing and drink specials (all wines are half off for Wine-O Wednesday, plus there’s Rosé All Day on weekends).
The Cherry Fund
- The event is dedicated to raising money for the Washington DC LGBTQIA+ community. See you on the dancefloor.
- CHERRY began when a group of local residents united to plan a charity fundraiser in the late 90s. Using modest financial resources, the volunteer-based organization known as Friends Being Friends banded together to put on a weekend of music, dance and celebration.
- Several other CHERRY events would follow, each growing in entertainment value and attendance over time. The popularity of these fundraisers inspired the idea that Washington was ready for an annual charity event on the level of those held on Fire Island, Miami or Montréal.
Hotels close to the Washington Gay District
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Hotel Palomar, The Dupont, Rouge Hotel, Mason & Rook Hotel
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The gay bars in Washington are a little spread out most are within walking distance from Dupont Circle and U Street Metro stations, so we have chosen Hotels close Dupont Circle Metro gay bars as they have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
1430 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005
Viceroy Washington DC offers pet-friendly accommodation in Washington, 4 minutes' walk from Logan Circle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Private parking is available on site.
Each room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom where you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Select rooms offer a seating area. In-room spa services and a yoga mat are also available for guests.
2121 P St NW, Washington, DC 20037
This Washington, D.C. hotel is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from
and boasts an on-site restaurant and bar. The White House is 1.6 km away.Each modern room at the Royal Sonesta Washington DC features a flat-screen TV and plush bedding. Select rooms offer a deep soaking spa bath or a piece of fitness equipment. In-room massage and spa services are available.
1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
This hotel is located at the top of
just minutes from the historical landmarks of , D.C. The is 120 m awayThe rooms at The Dupont Circle Hotel are furnished with large windows and marble bathrooms. Modern amenities include an iPod docking station, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Designer bathrobes are also offered.
1315 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Located 12 minutes’ walk from the
, this Washington, D.C. hotel boasts in-room spa services and an on-site restaurant. Dupont Circle is 8 minutes’ walk away.Decorated with bright red accents, the modern rooms at Kimpton Banneker Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi access, and a work desk. An en suite bathroom and a minibar are also included.
1227 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The apartment features 1 bedroom, a living room with a flat screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
1400 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The air conditioned apartments offer a bedroom, 1 bathroom bath or shower, a living room with flat screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge, oven and microwave and a washer and dryer, Apartments offer WiFi available in all areas and is free of charge.
Washington, DC 20009
Executive apartments features accommodation with free WiFi and a terrace. The units are fitted with air-conditioned bedrooms and a kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave and fridge. An oven and coffee machine are also offered.
2015 O St NW, Washington, DC 20036
The holiday home has 7 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 5 bathrooms with a bidet. features accommodation with a private pool, free WiFi
1847 14th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
Open since 2003, Café Saint-Ex remains a staple neighborhood restaurant and gay bar located in the heart of the bustling 14th Street scene
639 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Go-to gay bar for otter, bear, wolf etc.
Lively tri-level gay bar offering small plates & sushi in a relaxed atmosphere with a rooftop deck.
2014 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States
Friendly gay bar with rgular drag shows
1100 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005, United States
Great little gay bar serves great cocktails and has outdoor seating
2001 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
Bunker is dc's underground gay bar and club with nightly entertainment, live djs, and transportive decor.
1520 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Really cute and comfortable gay cocktail bar. Simple, classic menu. Small space that invites you to relax and chat with others
2161 P St NW, Washington, DC 20037
This gay bar tends to attract regulars who gather around cozy downstairs bar. Yes, there is a real fireplace. Perhaps the most unassuming bar in D.C., and certainly among the most consistently fun
1410 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Narrow, no-nonsense gay bar offering typical drinks, including huge cocktails during happy hour.
Washington, DC 200011940 9th Street Northwest
Great music venue! Very intimate space with a nice rooftop with delicious food and large selection of drinks.
U St Alley NW, Washington, DC 20001
Games on TV, drag events (bingo & brunch), poker nights & karaoke draw patrons to this casual Gay Bar
915 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Kiki gay bar offering weekly drag shows four different bar areas, including a beer garden, a sports themed bar, lounge areas and a dance floor.
2319 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Lively, easygoing lesbian sports bar with a dance floor & event nights.
913 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Chic gay hangout with a rooftop bar for craft cocktails, signature martinis & a concise American menu.
2317 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Dave Perruzza has opened up a gay sports bar in the heart of Adams Morgan. The 10,000+ square foot building features plenty of flat screens for sports fans, darts, video games, a lesbian bar, and two spacious patios.
2009 8th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20001
Best way to spend a Friday night! Cheaply priced drinks in a large venue that, for this night, is catering to a large variety of the gay scene (yes, including bears!).
1104 H Street Northeast Washington, DC 20002
Gay bar with a Beautiful Patio, DJ/Dancing Fri/Sat, No Cover, 100+ craft beers, 50+ whiskeys, Saints Games, much more!
1435 P Street Northwest Washington, DC 20005
Popular gay bar can get very busy at weekends
1836 18th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
Known for its generous pours, dog-friendly patio, and welcoming environment, Larry’s Lounge is Dupont Circle’s best neighborhood Gay bar.
1335 Green Court Northwest Washington, DC 20005
Green Lantern, everyone's favorite neighborhood bar, is proudly serving all gay DC!
1519 17th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20036
Originally opened in 1986, JR’s Bar has served DC’s LGBTQ+ community for more than 30 years right in the heart of Dupont.
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Washington, D.C. has a thriving LGBTQ+ community that plays a significant role in the city’s cultural, social, and political life. D.C. hosts a variety of LGBTQ+ cultural events and festivals throughout the year. The Capital Pride Festival and Parade, typically held in June, is one of the city’s most significant gay celebrations, featuring a parade, concerts, and other festivities.
Adjacent to Dupont Circle, Logan Circle has also become a popular LGBTQ+ neighborhood. It offers a mix of bars, restaurants, & cultural attractions.
The U Street Corridor is known for its historic ties to the LGBTQ+ community and its vibrant nightlife scene. With several LGBTQ+ bars and clubs.