Time to pop the cork! Whether you’re looking for a nostalgic disco, your favorite DJ, a drug-filled countdown, or a low-key toast at a neighborhood bar, there’s no shortage of options in DC’s LGBTQ nightlife. From explosive ticketed gigs to no-cover hangs, these venues are ready to throw 2025 out the window and welcome a hopefully brighter 2026 with sass and style.
atlantis
2047 9th St. NW
theatertrantis.com
Atlantis celebrates New Year’s Eve with a ticketed dance party for ages 18 and up. This DJ-led extravaganza focuses on ABBA and includes many 70s and 80s disco favorites, including songs by the Bee Gees, Donna Summer and Cher. The festivities include a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and disco attire is encouraged. Tickets are $68.40. Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Bertha
1237 W St. NE
bertaclub.com
Berhta hosts New Year’s Eve parties for 21 or more people with a variable cover charge. Music is by DJs Deep Dish, Enamour and Jones Boys. We will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
bunker
2001 14th St. NW
BunkerDC.com
The Bunker is hosting a New Year’s Eve party for those 21 and older for a fee. There will be festivities at midnight, including complimentary champagne toasts. Music by DJ Alex Roe. The venue will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and will be open from 10pm to 2:30am on New Year’s Day.
club karma
2221 Adams Pl. Northeast
instagram.com/_karmadc
Club Karma is hosting a New Year’s Eve party for 21 or more people with a $30 cover charge. The celebration also includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, balloon drops and prizes. Music by DJ Sean Anthony. Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
crash dance bar
2007 14th St. NW
crashbarDC.com
Celebrate the New Year with a 21+ party. The $25 cover charge includes one complimentary crush or non-alcoholic beverage and a champagne toast at midnight. DJs Sedrick and Sidekick will be spinning throughout the night. The bar will be open from 6pm to midnight on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and 2pm to 8pm on New Year’s Day.
DC9
1940 NW 9th Avenue
dc9.club
DC9 hosts New Year’s Eve parties for 21 or more people, with participation fees ranging from $55 to $95. The celebration includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, as well as noise makers, party hats, and favors. Premium open bar is open from 10pm to 4am. Music will range from new disco, classic disco, French, space and Italo sounds, with DJ Lemz and DJ Bill Spieler on the decks. DC9 will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
district eagle
1357B U St. NW
districteagle.com
District Eagle is hosting New Year’s Eve parties for 21 or more people with a $15 cover charge. DJs Jason James and Tomi will be playing throughout the night. No special late-night programming is scheduled. The bar will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and will be open from 7pm to 3am on New Year’s Day.
fireplace
2161 P St. NW
fireplacebardc.com
There is no cover charge for Fireplace’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Festivities include a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, along with noise makers, party hats and favors. Music will be provided by DJ Big O and MC Chris. The bar will be open from 1pm to 2am on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. Over 21 years old.
flash
645 Florida Avenue NW
flashDC.com
Flash hosts New Year’s Eve parties for 21 or more people at variable rates. No special late-night programming is scheduled. The venue will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but will be open all day from 8am on New Year’s Day.
green lantern
1335 Green Center Northwest
greenlanterndc.com
Green Lantern’s 21+ New Year’s Eve Party has no cover charge and includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, noise makers, party hats, favors and balloon drops. The bar’s signature twist is back as an underwear-themed celebration, offering complimentary coat checks to guests who strip down to their underwear. Drink specials include Casamigos, Crown Royal and Crown Royal flavors for $11. Entertainment includes karaoke by host Jonathan downstairs and BearCave DJ Popperz upstairs. The bar will be open from 4pm to 2am on Christmas Eve, 9pm to 2am on Christmas Day, and 4pm to 2am on New Year’s Day.
JR.’s Bar & Grill
1519 17th Street
jrsbardc.com
J.R.’s will host more than 21 New Year’s Eve celebrations featuring drag entertainment, party music all night long, a live TV ball drop and complimentary champagne toasts at midnight. There is no cover charge. The bar will be open from 4pm to 7pm on Christmas Eve, from 7pm on Christmas Day, and from 4pm on New Year’s Day.
jackie restaurant
79 Potomac Avenue SE
JackieDC.com
Jackie Restaurant will be open on New Year’s Eve with no cover charge for guests of 21 or more. No special late-night programming is scheduled. The restaurant will be open from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Christmas Eve, from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Christmas Day, and closed on New Year’s Day.
Kiki
915 U Street NW
dcwannahaveakiki.com
Kiki hosts New Year’s Eve celebrations for ages 21 and older with no cover charge. Festivities include complimentary champagne toasts at midnight. The music is Vodcatrina. The museum will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and will open from 2pm on New Year’s Day.
Pitcher/Alojo
2317 18th St. NW
Pitcher’s BarDC.com
Pitchers and A League of Her Own will host a New Year’s Eve celebration for 21 or more people with no cover charge. Festivities include a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, noise generators, party hats, and favors. All floors are open. Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Red Bear Brewing Company
209 M St. NE
red bear beer
Red Bear offers New Year’s Eve celebrations for ages 21 and older with no cover charge. The night will feature trivia and drag performances hosted by Logan Stone, as well as a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and prizes for trivia winners. The brewery will be open from noon to 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and open from noon to 11 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
number nine
1435 P St. NW
number nine ind com
Number Nine will host two separate New Year’s Eve events for audiences 21 and older. Downstairs, Number Nine’s New Year’s celebration takes place without any cover and includes noise makers, party hats and favors at midnight. Upstairs, Capital Sapphics is hosting a ticketed New Year’s party (tickets available here). The bar will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and open from 5pm on New Year’s Day.
shaker bar
2014 9th St. NW
ShakersDC.com
Shakers is hosting New Year’s Eve celebrations for 21 or more people with no cover charge. There will be festivities at midnight, including complimentary champagne toasts. Music by DJ Alex Love. The museum will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and will open from 2pm on New Year’s Day.
sinners and saints
2309 18th St. NW
instagram.com/sinnersandsaintsdc
Sinners & Saints hosts New Year’s Eve parties for 21 or more people, with cover charges ranging from $25 to $35. The celebration includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, along with noise makers, party hats, and favors. DJs Franxx, GOkibstarGO, Gabberbitch69, HissyFit, and Vivian Oblivion will be spinning throughout the night. The bar will be open from 8pm to 2am on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and 9pm to 2am on New Year’s Day.
spark social
2009 14th St. NW
spark-dc.com
Spark Social hosts New Year’s Eve celebrations for 21 or more people with no cover charge. Guests have access to a $35 open bar offering rail drinks and non-alcoholic options from 11pm to 1am. Wristbands can be purchased on-site and participation is voluntary. Festivities include a countdown to midnight and complimentary champagne toasts with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Spark Social will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and will be open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on New Year’s Day.
Thirst Lounge
2204 14th St. NW
thirstlounge.com
Thirst Lounge’s 21+ New Year’s Eve celebration includes no cover charge, complimentary champagne toast at midnight, noise makers, party hats and favors. The lounge will be open from 5pm to 1am on Christmas Eve, closed on Christmas Day, and open from 5pm to 1am on New Year’s Day.
trade
1410 14th St. NW
tradebardc.com
Trades are celebrating with over 21 New Year’s Eve explosions with no cover charge. Additional party items include noisemakers, party hats, and favors. Music will be provided by DJ Ed Bailey from 9pm to 1am and DJ Dickerman from 1am until close. At midnight, Vagenesis rings the New Year’s bell. Trading begins at 5pm on Christmas Eve, 7pm on Christmas Day and 2pm on New Year’s Day.
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