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The DC Center The DC Center is a central meeting and organizing space for the LGBT community in DC. Discussion Groups, Advocacy, Health & Wellness, & more....

Every act of support changes lives. Shaws Tavern, thank you for uplifting the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center and the people ...
10/24/2026

Every act of support changes lives. Shaws Tavern, thank you for uplifting the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center and the people we serve.


THIS WEEK: Center Aging Monthly Luncheon & Chair Yoga 🥪Friday, Oct. 23rd / 12:00 - 2:00 PM @ The DC CenterAttend the Cen...
10/20/2026

THIS WEEK: Center Aging Monthly Luncheon & Chair Yoga 🥪
Friday, Oct. 23rd / 12:00 - 2:00 PM @ The DC Center

Attend the Center Aging's Monthly Luncheon to enjoy a safe and affirming space for older LGBTQ+ adults! Embrace holistic self-care with free chair yoga and a healthy lunch 🥗 🧘

Click here to reserve your spot: https://forms.gle/pkgit31WkSQQwHgq9

TOMORROW: Whole Body Collective ❣️ Wednesday, Oct 21st / 6:00 - 7:00 PM @ The DC Center Your body. Your story. Our commu...
10/20/2026

TOMORROW: Whole Body Collective ❣️
Wednesday, Oct 21st / 6:00 - 7:00 PM @ The DC Center

Your body. Your story. Our community.

Sexual wellness is about so much more than test results it's about connection in and outside of the bedroom, confidence, education, relationships, healing, and having a space where you don't have to explain who you are.

Whole Body Collective is a monthly peer-centered support group created for LGBTQ+ community members to have honest conversations about sexual health, HIV, PrEP, STIs, dating, disclosure, pleasure, safety, chronic illness, and whole-body wellness without judgment.

Whether you're living with HIV/STI(s) or other chronic illnesses, taking PrEP, newly exploring your sexual wellness journey, or simply looking for an affirming community to navigate your identity safely, there's always a seat at our table.

• Peer-led conversations
• Trauma-informed support
• Resource navigation and referrals
• Optional HIV/STI testing opportunities
• Confidential, community-centered, and judgment-free

Hybrid meetings every 3rd Wednesday of the Month
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
1827 Wiltberger St. NW, Washington, DC

Scan the QR code to join our Support Group list for more information and how to join the meeting via Zoom.

Come early to The Center for HIV/STI testing by every 3rd Wednesday from 1:30-4:30pm

Come as you are. Leave empowered.

The DC Anti-Violence Project at the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center is thrilled to announce we are hosting our third consecut...
10/20/2026

The DC Anti-Violence Project at the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center is thrilled to announce we are hosting our third consecutive annual open mic night since. We invite you to join us at Q***r Voices: Unashamed. We hope to create a space that allows us to honor our q***r siblings of all communities, mourn those lost, and celebrate the power of all voices in our community 🎙️ 🏳️‍🌈

If you are interested in performing, please sign-up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgOJqjf3raD3TGEQawr_0h7rWp13KADvrOugyltujWEiAr4g/viewform

If you are interested in hosting/MCing the event, please email your resume to [email protected]

To attend, simply RSVP here: https://posh.vip/e/q***r-voices-unashamed-open-mic-night

While this event is free, we would greatly appreciate any donations. We will email you 24 hours before the event to confirm your registration. ASL interpretation will be provided. Please send any questions or other accessibility requests to [email protected]

Every 3rd Wednesday / 1:30–4:30 PM @ The DC Center 💗 Free HIV/STI testing is now available, facilitated by Whitman-Walke...
10/19/2026

Every 3rd Wednesday / 1:30–4:30 PM @ The DC Center 💗

Free HIV/STI testing is now available, facilitated by Whitman-Walker Health at The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center. Free, no appointments necessary, confidential, and community-centered testing. Know your status and prioritize your sexual wellness.

THIS WEEK...DC Anti-Violence Project Open MeetingOctober 22, 2026 / 7:00 PM / Via ZoomWe would love for you to join us. ...
10/19/2026

THIS WEEK...
DC Anti-Violence Project Open Meeting
October 22, 2026 / 7:00 PM / Via Zoom

We would love for you to join us. For security reasons we now ask that community members reach out to us via email for the Zoom info. Send us a quick email to: [email protected]. The next meeting of the DC Anti-Violence Project (formerly known as GLOV) will be at 7 pm via Zoom. These are open meetings, and we would love to see anyone who is interested in learning more and getting involved in lessening violence both within and directed towards the LGBT communities.

The primary mission of the DC Anti-Violence Project is to reduce violence against LGBT individuals (and those perceived as LGBT) through community outreach, education, and monitoring cases to ensure that the rights and dignity of LGBT victims are respected and protected. The DC Anti-Violence Project also seeks to assist victims of anti-LGBT violence by advocating on their behalf, encouraging reporting, and providing a community of support.

TOMORROW: Your health, your pace, your decisions.Join us at The DC Center tomorrow, October 20th, 2026 at 3:00 - 4:00 PM...
10/19/2026

TOMORROW: Your health, your pace, your decisions.

Join us at The DC Center tomorrow, October 20th, 2026 at 3:00 - 4:00 PM for Sexual Health & PrEP Linkage, a 101 session on HIV prevention, STI testing, and PrEP care in the DMV. This trauma-informed workshop provides clear, actionable guidance for navigating sexual health confidently.

Leave with knowledge, tools, and support to make empowered choices.

You don’t have to be in the room to be part of The Art of Belonging 💛🎨TEXT DCCENTER TO 53-555 TO DONATE! 📱As we celebrat...
10/17/2026

You don’t have to be in the room to be part of The Art of Belonging 💛🎨

TEXT DCCENTER TO 53-555 TO DONATE! 📱

As we celebrate 10 years of Center Arts Gallery today, you can support the work of The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center from wherever you are.

Click here: https://givebutter.com/c/TheArtofBelonging. When the Givebutter page opens, click the Donate and Tickets button. Then scroll to the bottom of the ticket options and select “I’d just like to donate” in the lower-left corner.

Every gift helps sustain the care, resources, creativity, and belonging our LGBTQ+ community deserves.

Whether you’re celebrating with us tonight or sending love from afar, thank you for standing with The DC Center ✨

Self Defense Class 🥋 Tuesday, October 20th / 12:30 - 2:00 PM @ The DC Center Join us at The DC Center for a FREE Self De...
10/16/2026

Self Defense Class 🥋
Tuesday, October 20th / 12:30 - 2:00 PM @ The DC Center

Join us at The DC Center for a FREE Self Defense Class led by Avi Rome. Avi is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and a full time Martial Arts instructor with 25 years of teaching experience. The class will cover situational awareness, defense from basic attacks, and hitting padded targets. All LGBTQ+ Community Members are welcome!

TOMORROW 💜🎨🥂The artwork is on the walls. The final details are coming together. And tomorrow evening, we open our doors ...
10/16/2026

TOMORROW 💜🎨🥂

The artwork is on the walls. The final details are coming together. And tomorrow evening, we open our doors for The Art of Belonging: Fall Reception & Art Auction celebrating 10 years of Center Arts Gallery.

Our Celebration Tickets are officially SOLD OUT, but a limited number of $75 VIP Experience tickets remain.

Beginning at 6:00 PM, VIP guests will have an hour of early access to explore more than 30 works donated to the Art Auction, begin bidding, connect with participating artists and enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, ch*****ne during the VIP hour, b**r and w**e, an open-bar wristband for the remainder of the evening, and a DC Center swag bag.

Then at 7:00 PM, we celebrate with art, live music, live art creation, food, artist stories, bidding, and community.

And every VIP ticket purchased helps raise critical funds for The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center, supporting the care, connection, creativity, and supportive offerings our LGBTQ+ Siblings find here throughout the year.

🎟️ A limited number of VIP tickets remain. Grab yours at the link in our bio.

The Art of Belonging
📅 TOMORROW | Saturday, October 17
🥂 VIP Experience | 6:00–7:00 PM | $75
🎨 Celebration | 7:00–9:00 PM | SOLD OUT
📍 The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center
1827 Wiltberger Street NW

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1827 Wiltberger Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

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+12026822245

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