PRIDE
Opening Party

Name: Paint the Town Colorful
Start: 2021-06-01
End: 2021-06-30
Location: National Capital Region

Friday, June 11, 2021
Opening Party: 10 :00 PM – 2:00 AM
Location: Compass Coffee Ivy City, 1401 Okie Street, NE

PRIDE is BACK and we’re ready for a party! Be Colorful and join us on June 11^th as we come together as a community to celebrate the OFFICIAL launch of Pride weekend and dance in the Nation’s capital. The Capital Pride Opening Party is proud to partner with Compass Coffee for an unforgettable event at their newly unveiled, state-of-the-art factory in Ivy City, including multiple levels and Pride weekend’s largest outdoor dance floor. The evening will feature the beats by DJ Rosie and DJ Chord, plus appearances by Jazzmin and KC Beyonce. Enjoy beverages by our proud advocates, Tito’s Vodka, Heineken, Barefoot and Compass’ Nitro Cold Brew station to keep the party going!

In addition to Compass Coffee and their outside breezeway, attendees will be able to enjoy the space provided by D.C. Other Half Brewing. The event is both outdoors and indoors, with some covered spaces outdoors. The main dance floor will be outdoors under a covered awning.

*This event is rain or shine.

*This is an 18+ event.

Tickets (Limited Tickets Available)

Volunteer for the Honors & Opening Party

Food and Beverage:

Food and drinks available for purchase. Save money by adding the Open Bar ticket to your purchase.

Parking:

Limited Street parking is available. Please drive responsibly.

Accessibility:

All public spaces in the venue are accessible.

Health & Safety

On June 11, 2021, capacity limits and COVID-19 related restrictions will be lifted for all venues in the District of Columbia, as mandated by Mayor Muriel Bowser. For up-to-date information on COVID-19, please visit https://coronavirus.dc.gov/

The Capital Pride Alliance is actively monitoring the incidence of COVID-19 in our region. If you are sick or feel that you are getting sick, we ask that you please stay home. Currently, older adults and persons with underlying health conditions are considered to be at increased risk of severe illness and complications from COVID-19. Examples of underlying health conditions include heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, people with weakened immune systems, and people who are pregnant. The CDC recommends that people in high-risk groups consult with their healthcare provider about attending large gatherings. Facemasks will not be required during the events.

If you choose to attend this event, please keep in mind the CDC recommendations on how to keep yourself and others healthy:

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.”

In need of a vaccination? For more information, visit: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/page/get-vaccinated