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Dupont Circle is home to Washington’s most prestigious museums & galleries, premier shopping, renowned restaurants, and diverse DC nightlife.

Steeped in culture and rich in beautiful architecture, it’s no wonder why Dupont Circle is also the epicenter of Washington’s vibrant LGBT community, gay-friendly hotels and businesses.

Located on the beautiful tree-lined street of New Hampshire Ave NW, and three blocks from the celebrated Dupont Circle fountain, the Carlyle Suites Hotel’s gay-friendly accommodations and special event space has become the hotel of choice among LGBT travelers and the local gay community since 1939. Hosting annual DC Pride events such as the annual High-Heel Race after party, the Carlyle Suites Hotel was also the first hotel to host a same-sex wedding and reception after the groundbreaking Marriage Equality Bill was passed this year!

Navigating DC’s Gay District

The entrée to Washington DC’s thriving LGBT community begins just around the corner from the Carlyle Suites Hotel on fashionable 17th Street which is home to a multitude of gay owned and gay friendly restaurants, bars, spas and nightclubs. Walk a little further to nearby 14th Street and revel in the diverse art and design district offering cutting-edge theater, live music venues, floral design centers, modern home furnishings and antiques stores - all within easy reach from the Carlyle Suites Hotel.

Dupont Circle LGBT Nightlife

Name Address Phone Number
Apex Nightclub 1415 22nd Street, N.W 202-296-0505
Cobalt Nightclub & Lounge 1639 R Street, N.W. 202-462-6569
Green Lantern 1335 Green Court, N.W. 202-347-4533
Halo Nightclub & Lounge 1435 P Street, N.W. 202-797-9730
JR’s 1519 17th Street, N.W. 202-328-0090
Omega 2122 P Street, N.W. 202-223-4917
DC Eagle 639 New York Ave. N/W. 202-347-6025
Town Danceboutique 2009 8th Street, N.W. 202-234-8696


Dupont Circle LGBT Associations

Name Address Phone Number
Human Rights Campaign (HRC) 1640 Rhode Island Ave. N.W. 202-628-4160
HRC Store 1633 Connecticut Ave. N.W. 202-232-8621
PFLAG National Office 1726 M Street N.W. 202-467-8180
Nat’l Gay & Lesbian Task Force 1325 Massachusetts Ave. N.W. 202-393-2241

Dupont Circle LGBT Restaurants

Name Address Phone Number
Dupont Italian Kitchen / DIK Bar 1637 17th Street, N.W. 202-328-3222
Floriana Itanlian Restaurant 1602 17th Street, N.W.

202-667-5937

La Frontera Mexican Cantina 1633 17th Street, N.W. 202-232-0437
Hank’s Oyster Bar 1624 Q Street, N.W. 202-462-4265
Komi 1509 17th Street N.W.

202-332-9200

Sushi Taro 1503 17th Street, N.W. 202-462-8999

DC Same Sex Weddings and Receptions

Prior to the landmark decision to look beyond civil unions and pass an official Marriage Equality Bill in Washington DC, the Carlyle Suites Hotel has always been recognized for our contributions in supporting the LGBT community by arranging and performing thoughtful same sex wedding receptions and special event planning for various LGBT couples and associations.

The Carlyle Suites Hotel offers a full range of services to assist you in planning a memorable same sex wedding ceremony & reception and it all begins with our caring and experienced Sales Team. Combined with our affordable and flexible special event space, the Carlyle Suites Hotel will organize your entire event. Our knowledgeable and friendly Catering and Sales team will assist you with selecting a minister or cleric to perform your ceremony and plan a beautiful wedding reception with customized menu planning, floral design choices and video photographers. Visit our Wedding and Event page for more information on room configurations, floor plans and catering menus. Complete an online Request for Proposal and start planning your dream wedding now. A Carlyle Suites Hotel Sales Manager will contact you personally.

Washington DC LGBT Event Calendar

Month Event
Feb. 7th 2011 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
http://www.blackaidsday.org
Mar. 19th, 2011 Legal Defense Network's 19th Annual National Dinner & Auction
National Building Museum
Mar. 20th 2011 Victory Fund's 20th Anniversary Champagne Brunch
Celebrating 20 years of electing LGBT leaders in office across America
Apr. 16th 2011 PFLAG Gala and Silent Auction
Featuring Wendy Rieger (News 4) and comedian Scott Nevins from Tru TV
Apr. 20th 2011 GLAA's Distinguished Service Awards & 40th Anniversary
Visit the Gay and Lesbian Activists Alliance at www.glaa.org
Apr. 28th 2011 Washington DC's International LGBT Film Festival Kick Off!
The LGBT Film Festival runs through May 7th 2011!
May 18th 2011 National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day
May 21st 2011 Gay Men's Chorus of Washington Spring Affair
Visit www.gmcw.org for more information!
May 26th 2011 DC Black Pride
This annual Washington DC LGBT event runs through May 29th
Jun. 2nd - Jun. 9th 2011 Washington DC's Capital Pride
DC's Capital Pride Parade is on Saturday June 11th and the Festival on Sunday June 12th. This city wide event sells out quickly! Book your room today!
Sep. 2011 Latino GLBT History Project Celebrates Hispanic LGBT Heritage Month
More details to come on this LGBT DC event!
Oct. 1st 2011 Annual HRC National Dinner Gala
The Human Rights Campaign Gala Dinner is the most anticipated LGBT event in Washington!
Oct. 11th 2011 National Coming Out Day!
Oct. 15th 2011 National Latino AIDS Awareness Day
Oct. 25th 2011 The Annual High Heel Drag Race
Held in Dupont Circle and just the corner from Carlyle Suites Hotel - this fun event is in the heart of the DC's LGBT community!
Oct. 29th 2011 AIDS Walk Washington
Benefiting Whitman-Walker Clinic. Visit www.aidswalkwashington.org
Oct. 31st 2011 Halloween
Some say this is the Gay High Holy Day! Celebrate in Dupont Circle and with an overnight at Carlyle Suites Hotel.
Nov. 20th 2011 Transgender Day of Remembrance
Dec. 1st 2011 World AIDS Day
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