The Capital Pride Concert returns for a great way to cap off your celebration weekend. You will experience entertainment on three stages, from international headliners to our best local and regional LGBTQ+ talent.
Concert Stages
CAPITOL CONCERT STAGE
1pm – 8pm
The Capitol Stage sits at the east end of the festival on Pennsylvania Ave. at 3rd St. with the United States Capitol as the backdrop. It will include headlining international entertainers and showcase some of the best LGBTQ+ talent. This stage includes a VIP Zone, Pit Zone, Accessibility Zone, and is located near the Capitol Beverage Garden and Capitol Food Court.
Open to all ages.
Presented by
MONUMENT FESTIVAL STAGE
12pm – 7pm
The Monument Festival Stage sits on Constitution Avenue and 6th St. with the Washington Monument as the backdrop. It will include a diverse array of musical talent offerings. This stage is located within the Monument Beverage Garden and Food Court.
Open to all ages.
Presented by
DUPONT DANCE STAGE*
12pm – 8pm
The Dupont Dance Stage will highlight some of the best local DJ’s and offer the best escape from the hot sun. This stage is located within the Dupont Beverage Garden.
* Must be 21 to enter.
Presented by
CAPITOL SUNSET DANCE PARTY
8pm – 10pm
The Concert might be ending but the dancing continues at the Capitol Sunset Dance Party. Enjoy the electronica sounds of an international DJ sensation while you dance in the middle of America’s Main Street on Pennsylvania Ave., with the sun setting on the U.S. Capitol.
Open to all ages.
Capitol Stage
1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Capitol Stage sits at the east end of the festival on Pennsylvania Ave. at 3rd St. with the United States Capitol as the backdrop. It will include headlining international entertainers and showcase some of the best LGBTQ+ talent. This stage includes a VIP Zone, Pit Zone, Accessibility Zone, and is located between the Capitol Beverage Garden and Senate Food Court.
Dupont Stage
12:00 noon – 8:00 pm
The Dupont Dance Stage will highlight some of the best local DJ’s and offer the best escape from the hot sun. This stage is located within the Dupont Beverage Garden.
*Must be 21+ years of age to enter.
Monument Stage
12:00 noon – 7:00 pm
The Monument Festival Stage sits on Constitution Avenue and 6th St. with the Washington Monument as the backdrop. It will include a diverse array of musical talent offerings. This stage is located within the Monument Beverage Garden and Food Court.
Concert Experience
Accessibility Zones*
There will be Accessibility Zones setup for individuals in need of mobility assistance and/or sign language interpretation at both the Capitol and Monument Stages.
*Open to individuals of all ages in need of mobility assistance and/or sign language interpretation.
*A reservation is required to guarantee your space.
Capitol Stage Pit Zone
Enjoy the headlining entertainment upfront at Capitol Stage by purchasing a Pit Pass.
- Pit Passes available beginning in April!
More Information
Entrance to the Pit Zone is on the north side of the Capitol Concert Stage on Pennsylvania Ave.
*Open to all ages.
*No Alcohol Permitted.
*Limited Availability.
*No refunds or exchanges.
*Proceeds benefit the Capital Pride Alliance and LGBTQ+ partner organizations.
Capitol Stage VIP Zone*
Enhance your Concert experience, with the following VIP benefits:
- Private bar
- Private air-conditioned restrooms
- Complimentary beer and wine
- Half off spirits
- Complimentary light fare
- Pit access
- View of backstage
- Tickets available soon.
More Information
Enter the Capitol Stage VIP Zone from the south sidewalk, next to the National Gallery of Art East Building (Pennsylvania Ave. near 3rd St.).
*Must be 21+ years of age to enter.
*Does Not include Meet & Greets with artists, tickets available separately
*No refunds or exchanges.
*Proceeds benefit the Capital Pride Alliance and LGBTQ+ partner organizations.
Performer Meet & Greets
Take advantage of meeting one of your favorite artists.
More Information
Entry to the Meet & Greet will be behind the Capitol Concert Stage on 3rd ST. Please note that Meet & Greets do not include access to the VIP Concert Experience.
*Open to all ages.
*No refunds or exchanges.
*Proceeds benefit the Capital Pride Alliance and LGBTQ+ partner organizations.
The Capital Pride Alliance, through its stewardship of diverse programming and events, specifically year-round LGBTQ+ Pride festivities centered in Washington, DC and the National Capital Region, serves to celebrate, educate, support, and inspire our multi-faceted communities in order to grow and preserve our history and protect our rights for current and future generations. Learn More