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Black Rose GatewaySeptember 4, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
BR Gateway is a special Black Rose meeting intended for individuals (18 and older) who are either new to BDSM or new to the DC kink scene. BR Gateway is designed to facilitate getting your questions answered. Attendees at this event tend to be from diverse ages, backgrounds, genders, orientations, and more — everyone is welcome. The meeting is an informal discussion and there is nothing you have to bring. Casual or business attire is more appropriate, scene wear is not appropriate.https://br.org/br/gateway/
Gateway attendees receive a coupon for discounted admission to Dungeon 101 and a Black Rose Tuesday night class.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request. Please give us two weeks notice. Email ASL@br.org for more information.
$5 entry fee. Admission is at the door.
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Dungeon 101September 5, 2025 7:30 pm - September 6, 2025 2:00 am
Dungeon 101 serves as an introduction into public BDSM play. If you have never attended a public BDSM play event, it can be a bit daunting. The Dungeon 101 class is specifically designed to make you feel comfortable at your first public BDSM dungeon event. Attendees and presenters come from a diverse cross section of the community, all orientations, genders and kinks are welcome. You are welcome to come alone, bring a friend or bring a bunch of friends.
From 7:30 until 8:00 PM will be social time. Starting at 8:00 PM, there will be a talk on scene etiquette and an opportunity to learn about the dungeon itself. Directly following will be a "Exploratorium" event until 11:00 PM where you can try and/or experience many different kinds of play scenes. The idea is for it to be a fun evening for everyone!
No advance tickets are available for this event - please plan to arrive early and pay at the door.
$10 with Gateway card,
$25 members with membership card,
$35 all othersMore experienced folk come on out after 11:00 PM for Open Play. We ask that everyone except presenters keep their toy bags put away until Open Play starts to avoid confusion. No scenes or play permitted during the Exploratorium.
This is an outreach event, you do not need to be a BR or Crucible member to attend.
In order to foster a learning environment, there is no sex allowed at Dungeon 101, and no alcohol is sold. This applies all night, even during open play after the Exploratorium has concluded.
You must be at least 18 years of age. Government-issued photo ID required for entry.
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Sinfully Naughty (21+)September 6, 2025 9:00 pm - September 7, 2025 2:00 am
Sinfully Naughty Playductions hosts monthly play parties at The Crucible. Each month, expect a great party with a fun theme, snacks, games & prizes, demo stations, and more!
You must be a Crucible member or the guest of a member to attend. All attendees must show ID.
Themes and other details updated as they become available.
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Hitchin' BitchesSeptember 7, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hitchin' Bitches is for women and non-binary folks interested in tying, being tied and who self-tie. Men may accompany attendees as bottoms, but may not tie or participate in any discussions other than as bottoms. Men are only allowed at the invitation of an attending top.
You must be a Crucible member or the guest of a member.
$10 for Crucible members / $15 for non-members
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CLOSEDSeptember 8, 2025
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Black Rose Tuesday Night EducationSeptember 9, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Visit the BR website for class topics and more details: https://br.org/calendar/category/education/
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
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CLOSEDSeptember 10, 2025
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Sapphic (21+)September 11, 2025 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm
“Sapphic” is for femmes attracted to other femmes whether they identify as lesbian, bisexual, queer, trans, or any diverse identity falling within the spectrum of same-sex femme attractions representing an identity, an aesthetic, and a celebration of diverse experiences and connections of femme presenting folx and feminine energy.
The Sapphic aesthetic affirms the unique experiences and relationships of female-identifying genders who love femmes and feminine energy.
You must be a Crucible member or the guest of a member to attend. All attendees must be at least 21 years old. All attendees must be at least 21 years old. $25 for members/$35 for guests.
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Black and Kinky Fridays (21+)September 12, 2025 9:00 pm - September 13, 2025 2:00 am
Black and Kinky Fridays at The Crucible is a space for all experience levels and interest in kink. We focus on building community, education and play in the largest kink event in DC that centers, celebrates and honors the rich diversity and contributions of Black and Brown kinksters. Our gathering aims to create a safe and welcoming space for all participants, with a strong focus on ensuring the safety, honored consent, and positive experiences of Black and Brown attendees.
Whether it is your first time in a dungeon or you are a seasoned vet, we invite you to mix and mingle with our thriving community. Our monthly event is built for discovery, driven by consent, and centers around the Black kinkster experience. We provide the music and vibes, all we need is you!
You must be a Crucible member or the guest of a member to attend. This event is 21+.
$25 for members, $35 for guests
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Crucible Rope: Topic:Hog Ties & Chest HarnessesSeptember 13, 2025 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Topic: Hog Ties & Chest Harnesses
REMINDER: DUE TO THE AMOUNT OF MATERIAL REQUIRED TO BE COVERED FOR THIS CLASS, WE WILL BE CLOSING ADMITTANCE TO CLASS AT 2:00PM. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.
This class will build on previous classes using single and double column ties along with a few new ties. We will focus on tying up a partner in classic hog tie poses. We will focus on accommodating various bodies in this position. always, we have rope to share, if needed, supplies are limited. We are recommending 2-3x 50 ft pieces & 3-4x 25 ft pieces -or- 6-8x 30 ft pieces.
Doors open at 1:00p; Class starts at 1:30p
Due to the amount of safety material required to be covered for this class, we will be closing admittance to class at 2:00p. Thank you for your understanding.Class is open to Crucible members and their guests. All attendees must show ID.
entry $10 for members, $15 for guests
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RISQUE (21+)September 13, 2025 9:00 pm - September 14, 2025 2:00 am
RISQUÉ is a monthly BDSM play party with music provided by the area’s hottest EDM DJs.
RISQUÉ is primarily a BDSM play party, designed to create a fun, comfortable space for members already well versed in the scene, as well as providing a safe and respectful environment for newcomers that are not only watch, but join in and learn at their own pace and comfort level. If you’re currently into, or would like to learn more about Bondage, Discipline, Domination, Submission, Sadism and/or Masochism, we have experienced players in the fields of Flogging, Rope, Fire Fleshing and/or Cupping, Needles, Knives, and much more every single month for your enjoyment.
As much as RISQUÉ is a play party, it is also a club night, so we feature a diverse variety of Electronic Dance Music, no matter if you’re into industrial, synthpop, EDM, house, electro, D&B, dubstep, or just about anything else, our DJs will be sure to get you moving. And of course, if there is someone you would like to spin, we’re always taking staffing requests.
RISQUÉ is a dress to impress party, however rest assured that nudity is always welcomed and accepted. Additionally, each month RISQUÉ will follow a new theme that you can dress up for and find new ways to enjoy yourself. Please see our event pages for details and suggestions.
You must be a Crucible member or the guest of a member to attend.
Admission is $25 for members and $35 for guests. All attendees must be at least 21 years old.
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CLOSEDSeptember 15, 2025
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Black Rose Tuesday Night EducationSeptember 16, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Visit the BR website for class topics and more details: https://br.org/calendar/category/education/
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
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CLOSEDSeptember 17, 2025