# Event Details - **Event Name**: First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 02 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 02 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue!About this EventLooking for something fun to do on Friday evening? We will gather at the inside bar for an extended happy hour at the in Arlington, Virginia! This exciting venue offers a vibrant atmosphere and a happy hour menu. There's something for everyone to enjoy.Be the life of the party! We will gather inside by the bar. Name tags will be available.See the dining menu.This LGBTQ+ community-wide social provides everyone a chance to mingle, socialize and share community spirit in a fun setting. All your friends are welcome. Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. It's FREE to attend. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. Simply pay for drinks using your own credit card or cash; there is no group tab. This is a 21+ establishment, so bring your ID with you.You are welcome regardless of where you live. This is the place to be. is Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. For more fun events like this, visit https://www.gogaydc.comGo Gay DC founder and leader will be there.You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend.Be Eco-friendly: You are encouraged to take Metro.The Ballston stop is within a 10-minute walking distance. Ballston is served by the Orange/Silver lines. Ballston is also a major bus hub. The Silver Diner Ballston is located across Glebe Road on the left. Go to Metro Trip Planner: https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/Parking Garage: Corner of Wilson Boulevard and N Glebe Road next to Target.Complimentary 2-hour validated parking in the underground Target garage. Simply ask the Silver Diner host to validate.This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow.Go Gay DC is on social media:Join the Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDCLike the Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/GoGayDCFollow on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/GoGayDCFollow on Xhttps://www.x.com/GoGayDCWatch on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/GoGayDCSearch keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/first-friday-lgbtq-community-social-silver-diner-ballston/100001967475074912 - **Event Categories**: lgbt-pride, first-friday, parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Arlington - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Silver Diner - **lat**: 38.8797006 - **long**: -77.1140064 - **full address**: Silver Diner, 4400 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b71d68af6ca18acdbc8cc46ccfb4ca620b316ab137dc5289848cc462fe48cfa0-rimg-w1200-h900-dcd6c5ad-gmir.jpg?v=1763626647 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston being held? - **A:** First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston takes place on Fri, 02 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 02 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Silver Diner, 4400 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston? - **A:** First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston is organized by Go Gay DC - Metro DC's LGBTQ+ Community. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social @ Silver Diner Ballston is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Arlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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