17th Street High Heel Race

Tue Oct 28, 2025
5:00pm to 10:00pm ET
Age: 10+
Price: Free
Location:
17th St. NW between Swann and P Streets, Washington, DC,
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The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs will host the 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race. DC residents, visitors, and allies are invited to cheer on drag kings, queens, and other participants as they sprint down the historic 17th Street NW in one of the city’s most cherished traditions celebrating LGBTQIA+ pride, community, and culture. Costumes are encouraged along with the heels!

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.