Washington DC

Drag shows

Washington DC has a vibrant LGBTQ+ community centered around Dupont Circle, the historic gay neighborhood, and newer areas like Logan Circle and U Street. The city hosts Capital Pride, one of the largest Pride celebrations in the region, and is home to numerous LGBTQ+ organizations and advocacy groups. Popular venues include JR's Bar, Number Nine, and Trade. DC's queer scene benefits from the city's diverse population, political activism, and strong community organizations.

Flower Factory presents PANSY live performance.

2009 14th St NW

PANSY

Flower Factory

$2 whatever's in the bin, ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR. Doors at 6PM. Fun events and giveaways all week long!

Crush

Cardozo · Crush Bar

Crush Turns Two Birthday Week

A drag show event where attendees can win free crushes for a year.

Win free Crushes for a year at Drag Bingo hosted by Lena Lett & Tula, with DJ Jason Royce until 11PM.

Crush Dance Bar

Birthday Drag Bingo Wednesday

Lena Lett & Tula

Join Lena Lett & Tula every Wednesday at 8PM for the most chaotic Drag Bingo in DC. $9 Tito's ALL NIGHT.

Drag Bingo

A weekly drag-themed bingo night with performances and drinks.

JORGEOUS (RuPaul's Drag Race)

A drag show celebrating two years of Crush featuring performer Jorgeous with a VIP meet and greet and no cover charge.

Watch party on the patio with a drag show right after the crowning. Hosted by trevher.drag and greyglowing with special guests dayabtease and queen_sorority.

Kiki

RuPaul's Drag Race Finale Watch Party

Spark Social House

A drag show viewing party for the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 finale with performances and a Q&A.

High-energy performances, a full dance floor, and a crowd that came to party. Hosted by Druex Sidora.

Nellie's Sports Bar

Sashay

Druex Sidora

A lively drag show with energetic performances and dancing hosted by Druex Sidora.

Sashay is returning to Nellie's Sports Bar on April 17, 2026, hosted by Druex Sidora. The event features high-energy performances, a full dance floor, and a lively crowd. It begins with Drag Power Hour from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM, offering $1 wings and $6 rail cocktails, followed by the main show at 9:30 PM. The event is free to attend, for guests aged 21 and over.

Sashay – hosted by Druex Sidora!

A weekly Friday night drag show with performances, drinks, and food at Nellie's Sports Bar.

Performances from Joella, Crimsyn, and Crystal Edge after the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Finale viewing party and Q&A.

Serve

Crimsyn

A drag performance event featuring Joella, Crimsyn, and Crystal Edge following a RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Finale viewing party and Q&A.

The Drag Brunch everyone talks about. This is Drag Brunch done the Nellie’s way—big performances, bold looks, nonstop energy, and a room full of people ready to celebrate from the moment the doors open. Whether you’re a first-timer or a regular, there’s nothing like the vibe when the queens take the floor and the brunch buffet is flowing. It’s loud, it’s joyful, and it’s the reason weekends at Nellie’s hit different. If you’re looking for the best Drag Brunch in DC, you already know where to be. Bottomless mimosa carafes are also available as an add-on for the table, making it easy to keep the celebration going a little longer. Enjoy our All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet and dazzling performances led by Sapphire Blue, Deja Diamond, and all our show-stopping queens. Plus, your first Mimosa or Bloody Mary is FREE!

Nellie's Drag Brunch

A lively drag brunch with performances, a buffet, and bottomless mimosas at Nellie's Sports Bar.

A drag show with high-energy performances and a lively dance floor at Nellie's Sports Bar.

Loyalty Bookstores is hosting a Drag Story Hour event featuring Tiffany D Carter. The event is free to attend and requires RSVP. Adults must be accompanied by a child for safety reasons. The event involves storytellers using drag to read books to children, promoting gender fluidity and positive queer role models. It takes place at the Petworth Neighborhood location in Washington, DC.

Petworth Neighborhood (Main Location!)

Drag Story Hour with Tiffany D Carter

Loyalty Bookstores

Join the vibrant drag performers Sapphire Blue, Deja Diamond, and their team at Nellie's Sports Bar for a two-hour world-class drag performance and an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet featuring pork ribs, cheesy grits, scrambled eggs, bacon, mini empanadas, pastas, steamed vegetables, salads, hummus and pita, sweet plantains, homemade soup, fresh seasonal fruit, and desserts. The event includes your first mimosa or Bloody Mary free. The event takes place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM at Nellie's Sports Bar, 900 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001.

Nellie's DC Drag Brunch

Drag Bingo hosted by Lena Lett & Tula. $9 Tito's all night!

A drag-themed bingo night hosted by Lena Lett and Tula with $9 Tito's drinks.

A weekly drag-themed bingo game with drinks at Crush Dance Bar.

A lively drag brunch featuring performances, a buffet, and mimosas at Nellie's Sports Bar.

A lively drag brunch with performances, a buffet, and bottomless mimosas for everyone to enjoy.

A drag-themed bingo night with hosts Lena Lett and Tula at Crush Dance Bar.

A weekly drag-themed bingo night with lively performances and drinks.

SASHAY is a recurring Friday night drag experience at Nellie's Sports Bar, featuring high energy, big performances, and a fresh vibe. Hosted by Druex Sidora, with house cast: Elexra G, Kayden Amore Chloe, Laylah Alexander, Tiara Missou. Drag Power Hour from 8:30 PM - 10 PM with $1 wings and $6 rail cocktails.

SASHAY - 1st and 3rd Fridays

A weekly Friday night drag show at Nellie's Sports Bar with performances, drinks, and food specials.

A drag show with high-energy performances and a lively dance floor.

A lively night of bingo with drag performances hosted by Lena Lett and Tula at Crush Dance Bar.

A Friday night drag show with performances, drinks, and food at Nellie's Sports Bar.

A drag show with energetic performances and dancing at Nellie's Sports Bar.

A drag-themed bingo night hosted by Lena Lett and Tula at Crush Dance Bar.

A drag show featuring energetic performances and dancing hosted by Druex Sidora.

A fun night of bingo hosted by drag performers Lena Lett and Tula at Crush Dance Bar.

Tatianna hosts an 8-week Drag Race series at Mx. Shakers, happening every Wednesday starting June 29, 2026. Attendees can watch contestants compete and see who stays or goes each week.

Mx. Shakers Drag Race Series

Tatianna

Every third Sunday of the month, Shakers introduces its POC Drag Show, hosted by Cake Pop and Evry Pleasure!

Shakers

shakersdc

Brown Sugar

Cake Pop and Evry Pleasure

The POC Drag Show at Shakers' is hosted by Cake Pop and Evry Pleasure, occurring every third Sunday of the month at Shakers'. The event features performances by drag artists and is part of the venue's regular entertainment lineup.

Drag Shows in Washington DC