Nightlife Events
Black Pride 2010: Weekend parties for women and men
WOMEN’S PARTIES
Thursday, May 27
The District Certified Movement presents Alter EGO at DC Star, 2135 Queens Chapel Road NE, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Friday, May 28
Delta Elite/Ladies Night featuring Lucky as the host, at 3734 10th St. NE, 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. www.deltaelite.net.
DJ India/Euphoria DC Events Women’s DC Black Pride Weekend featuring Floetry’s Songstress Marsha ”Ambrosius” at Upscale Heritage India in Dupont Circle. 1337 Connecticut Ave. NW, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. $20 (Limited Early Bird Tickets) Tickets available www.euphoriadc.com or www.djindia.com.
The Experience w/Jay & Lace at Lace Restaurant and Lounge, 2214 Rhode Island Ave. NE, $10. For more info call 202-832-3888.
Hers and Hers presents Dancing Under the Stars at DC Waterfront, from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. $12.50 for advance tickets only. For more info visit www.hersandhers.net.
Lover Girl NYC, OHH Entertainment, Exclusive Entertainment and Onyx Entertainment present Eye Candy hosted by Mz. Berry at Club 24, 2122 24th St. NE, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. $15 before 11 p.m., $20 after.
Seven Entertainment presents the Official Erykah Badu After Concert Party hosted by Flo and Tatianna of RuPaul’s Drag Race. From 11 p.m. to 3 a.m., at Bistro Bistro, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW. Admission is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more info contact Tasha 848-467-0441 or .
Sophisticated Ladies Productions presents Feel the Experience at EFN Lounge, 1318 9th St. NW, from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. $15. Call Mz. Vicki at 202-361-2931, or Ms. Theresa 201-306-6127.
Saturday, May 29
Hers and Hers presents New Age and Jazz Chill Out at DC Waterfront at 6 p.m. Advance tickets only, $22.50, available at hersandhers.net.
KC Ortiz and Maverick present Remix Temptation Island at EFN Lounge, 1318 9th St. NW, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. $10. For more info text ”Remix” to 83361 or 267-226-1064.
Lover Girl NYC, OHH Entertainment, Exclusive Entertainment and Onyx Entertainment present Chocolate Heat featuring Amerie at DC Star, 2135 Queens Chapel Road NE, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. $20 Early Bird, $30 at the door, $35 VIP. For more info call 917-309-8124 or 646-342-1320 www.onyx-entertainment.com.
Luminous Ladies/DIVA’s after party with Zee and Angie featuring DJ Miss Tiff for the Grown and Sexy Ladies at Lace Restaurant and Lounge, 2214 Rhode Island Ave. NE, is slated for 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Admission is $5 Before 11 p.m. and $10 after. For more info, call 202-285-7518 or e-mail .
Sunday, May 30
DJ India and Euphoria DC Events present Block Party Bar Hop on 18th Street in Adams Morgan at three bars: District, Saki and Madam’s Organ Party. From 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Cost is $20 before 11 p.m. For more info, visit www.euphoriadc.com or www.deejayindia.com.
Hers and Hers presents A Monumental Cruise on the Potomac. Admission is $25 per person. Advance tickets only. For more info and tickets, visit www.hersandhers.net.
The Official After Ball Party featuring Miami’s DJ Dimples at the Washington Plaza Hotel, 10 Thomas Circle, from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Admission is $15. For more info call 443-220-4671 or visit www.onyx-entertainment.com.
Onyx Entertainment and Ooh Entertainment present Badgirlz featuring Bad Girl‘s Natalie at Club Aqua, 1818 New York Ave. From 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Cost is $15 before 11 p.m. and $20 after.
Women of Color Productions present the Purple Party, featuring Afi Soul, Dana Jackson, Shaashawn and Nicki McKnight, at Remingtons, 639 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, at 8 p.m. Admission is $20 in advance or $30 at the door. For more info call, 202-582-8692 or e-mail .
Zoom Excursions present Game Parlor at EFN Lounge, 1318 9th St. NW. From 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $5 by 7 p.m.
MEN’S PARTIES
Wednesday, May 26
Lace presents Lace It Up with the Boys at Lace Restaurant and Lounge, 2214 Rhode Island Ave. NE. From 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is $8. For more info, call 202-832-3888 or visit www.lacedc.com.
Thursday, May 27
The ”A” List Cocktail Party at the Westin, 1400 M St. NW. From 4-9 p.m. This is an exclusive event for VIPs and Club hopper pass holders only. For more info visit www.wassupnatl.com.
Friday, May 28
DW Productions presents R.A.W. ”Ready and Waiting” at the Legend Nightclub, 3225 Naylor Road Temple Hills, in Maryland. This event features Zeric from Model City and exotic dancers from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Cost is $20 for general admission, or $25 for VIP. For More info e-mail or call 301-906-9878.
Omega Party DC presents 5000 Men Pride Mega Party at DC Star, 2135 Queens Chapel Road NE. Teairra Mari is slated to perform live at the event scheduled for 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Admission is $15 before midnight and $20 after. For more info visit www.wassupnatl.com.
Celebrate Black Pride at Ziegfeld’s, where house DJ Spyke will be spinning old school R&B and house music all weekend long. On Friday night Kristina Kelly will be the host. Secrets is the only place in D.C. for all-nude male dancers. Ziegfeld’s/Secrets is located at 1824 Half St. SW. For more info, visit www.ziegfelds.com.
Saturday, May 29
DW Promotions presents The Butterball Revue Strip Down and Variety Show at Legend Nightclub, 3225 Naylor Road in Temple Hills, Maryland, from 5-9 p.m. Admission is $12. For more info e-mail or call 301-906-9878.
Exclusively Chic Productions presents The Annual Black and White Party at the Beacon Hotel Rooftop Sky-Bar and Penthouse, 1615 Rhode Island Ave. NW. From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., 21 and over only. (Male & Female Black Pride Party). Admission is $15 before 10 p.m. and $20 after. For More info e-mail .
The Flavamen Pool Party at the Washington Plaza Hotel, featuring DJ Blade Runner and the 1000 Flavamen Search Contest. For more info visit www.wassupnatl.com.
KC Ortiz and Maverick present REMIX: Temptation Island, at the EFN Lounge 1318 9th St. NW. From 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Admission is $10. For more info call 267-226-1064 or e-mail .
The Manhunt Party featuring Live performances by Dondria And Keke Wyatt, at Club 1400, 1400 M St. NW, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Admission is $15 before 11:30 p.m. and $20 after. For more info visit www.wassupnatl.com.
D.C.’s first lady, Miss Ella Fitzgerald hosts tonight at Ziegfeld’s, 1824 Half St. SW. Shows are scheduled for 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., with dancing in between, and after performances. Ziegfeld’s presents a special guest appearance by Atlanta’s Miss Jasmine Bonet as well. Secrets is the only place in D.C. for all-nude male dancers. Ziegfeld’s/Secrets is located at 1824 Half St. SW. For more info, visit www.ziegfelds.com.
Sunday, May 30
Daryl Wilson presents the Forbidden Fruit Dance Tent (Day Event), during the DC Black Pride Expo at the Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place NW. From 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost is $15. Featuring the City Gym Boys.
Forbidden Fruit (Night Event) One Bite Sets You Free. The Official Closing Party at Fur Nightclub, 33 Patterson St. NE, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Cost $20 general admission, or $40 for VIP. For more info visit daryl202dc.com or call 301-906-9878.
The Main Event of Pride at Club 24, 2122 24th Place NE. Featuring the hottest dancers from NYC, DC, Atlanta and all over the country. From 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. For more info visit www.wassupnatl.com.
The Rooftop Barbeque/Pool Party at the Onyx Rooftop, 1100 1st St. SE. Featuring fashion exhibits and a $500 ”Hot Body Contest.” This event features free food and a cash bar. Also the spinnings of DJ Damon. From 5-9 p.m. For more info e-mail www.wassupnatl.com.
The Wind Down Party at EFN Lounge, 1318 9th St. NW. From 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Featuring DJ Damon and the hottest dancers from NYC, D.C., and Atlanta.
D.C.’s first lady, Miss Ella Fitzgerald hosts tonight at Ziegfeld’s, 1824 Half St. SW. Shows are scheduled for 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., with dancing in between, and after performances. Ziegfeld’s presents a special guest appearance by Atlanta’s Miss Jasmine Bonet as well. Secrets is the only place in D.C. for all-nude male dancers. Ziegfeld’s/Secrets is located at 1824 Half St. SW. For more info, visit www.ziegfelds.com.
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