LGBTQ+ Uniformed Services Happy Hour @ Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Schedule

Thu Jun 18 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant | Arlington, VA

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Enjoy a happy hour with other LGBTQ+ Uniformed Services personnel.
About this Event

Be at ease and enjoy a happy hour with Pentagon and other DoD personnel on the third Thursday of every month. It officially starts at 5 p.m. but come early and enjoy the happy hour drink specials. This is part of a new, exciting initiative on the part of Go Gay DC to support the local LGBTQ+ establishments on a regular basis.

If you plan to dine, please call ahead for table reservations at (703) 685-0555 or reserve a table .

The menu is at https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu

Ask your server about the happy hour drink specials (which last until 7 p.m.).

Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets.

This fun monthly gathering brings the DMV area LGBTQ+ community, including Allies, together for conversation. About 25 usually attend. This event is inclusive, meaning those who support Uniformed Services personnel are welcome too.

This event is being boosted by , Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit https://www.gogaydc.com

Go Gay DC's leader is.

Casual attire is fine.

Feel free to invite all your friends to join you there.

Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Crystal City Metro station on the Yellow/Blue lines is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Freddie's is up 23rd Street just a block. Just look for the rainbow flags on the right side of the street!

Freddie's was voted the Best Virginia Bar by Washington Blade readers. Don't like a smoky bar? You are covered: Freddie's is a smoke-free establishment. (Ashtrays are provided in back of the building if smoking is 'your thing').

Freddie's is an LGBTQ+, straight-friendly restaurant and bar. It offers Happy Hour daily from 4-7 pm. https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/

Arrive at any time that's convenient for you.

There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.

This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course.

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Where is it happening?

Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant, 555 23rd Street South, Arlington, United States

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