Pride Speed Networking and Poolside Party
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Pride Speed Networking and Poolside Party

Celebrate Pride at Bridge District with Q+ Collective

By Bridge District

Date and time

Thursday, June 5 · 5:30 - 7:30pm EDT

Location

Bridge District

600 Howard Road Southeast Washington, DC 20020

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Join Bridge District and the Q+ Collective for a Pride event like no other — where meaningful connection meets vibrant celebration. Start the evening by expanding your network at our Pride Speed Networking and Poolside Party at Stratos + Alula, DC’s newest rooftop oasis.


Whether you're a young professional, seasoned leader, or a champion for LGBTQ+ inclusion, this is your moment to show up, connect, and celebrate all that Pride represents.


🌈 What to Expect:

  • Fast-paced & fun rounds designed to spark real conversation
  • A welcoming space to meet queer professionals and allies
  • Opportunities to build mentorships, partnerships, and possibilities
  • Light bites and refreshments to keep you fueled
  • Rooftop views, river breezes, and Stratos + Alula’s stunning setting
  • DJ sets to keep the vibes high
  • Pride-forward moments: face jeweling, glitter tattoos, photo ops
  • Poolside cocktails and snacksSpace to just be — joyful, connected, and unapologetically you

At Bridge District, movement, community, and joy aren’t just encouraged — they’re built in. So come for the connections, stay for the celebration, and leave feeling empowered, inspired, and totally seen.


Come as you are. Come with friends. Come ready to connect!


About Bridge District

Bridge District is a best-in-class, all-in-one neighborhood, offering authentic living, working, shopping, and dining experiences. Learn more and schedule tours at https://www.bridgedistrictdc.com/


About Q+ Collective

Q+ Collective is a hub of knowledge, resources, and expert services dedicated to supporting queer and trans leaders. We offer operational support, strategic guidance, and risk assessment tailored to the unique needs of queer-led businesses and organizations. With a deep understanding of both internal business operations and external challenges, Q+ helps clients build sustainable, resilient enterprises in a political and economic landscape that often undermines queer success.


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The Bridge District is an eight-acre neighborhood development with new apartments, shops, restaurants, parks, innovation hub, bike paths, and more.

Located adjacent to Anacostia Park at the foot of the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Southeast DC, the Bridge District offers a beautiful urban experience settled among national parks and plentiful trees, along with spectacular views of the DC skyline. The neighborhood has nearby access to national parks, the DC riverfront, Historic Anacostia, Navy Yard, Buzzard Point, Nationals Park, Audi Field, and much more. The Bridge District is easily accessible by foot, bike, public transportation, and car.

Stay in the know about all of our upcoming events, including seasonal programming, community games, and farmers markets. Visit bridgedistrictdc.com.

FreeJun 5 · 5:30 PM EDT