Events

 

Candidate Meet & Greet Brunch

Location: Connery Residence
                   13016 Qualls Lane
                   Woodbridge, VA 22193

Sunday, 28 September 2025 — 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Equality Prince William is excited to host a Candidate Meet & Greet Brunch on Sunday, September 28th! This is a chance for our community to connect with the folks who will be on the ballot in November, hear a little bit from each of them, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together.

Here’s what to expect:
🥘 Potluck-style brunch — bring a dish to share if you’d like but come hungry either way!
👋 Meet local candidates for offices including Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, House of Delegates, and local City and County offices.
🎤 Each candidate will have up to 2 minutes to share, then plenty of time to mingle with the community.

The November ballot includes candidates for the following offices:

• Governor

• Lieutenant Governor

• Attorney General

• Member, House of Delegates (Districts 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25)

• Manassas City Commissioner of Revenue

• Manassas City Treasurer

• Manassas Park City Commissioner of Revenue

• Manassas Park City Treasurer

• Manassas Park City Council – Special Election

• Prince William County Board of Supervisors – Gainesville District

• Prince William County Town Council – Special Election – Occoquan

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Brunch & mingling until noon; candidate remarks after)

We hope you’ll join us for food, conversation, and community!

— The Equality Prince William Board

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As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Equality Prince William does not endorse candidates or political parties. Our goal is to provide space for education, dialogue, and community connection.

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EPW Board/Pride Meeting

Location: Virtual (Zoom), reach out to Dave Dooley (dave.epw.pride@gmail.com) for the Zoom link.

Wednesday, 24 September 2025 — 7:30 PM

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EPW @ PWC’s 17th Annual Mental Health Awareness Event: Turning Awareness into Action

Location: AJ Ferlazzo Building
                   15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Suite 180
                   Woodbridge, VA 22191

Monday, 06 October 2025 — 3:00 – 7:00 PM

Join Equality Prince William as we table at Turning Awareness Into Action: A Mental Health Awareness Community Event. This free, public gathering brings together neighbors, advocates, and providers to celebrate mental health awareness in Prince William County.

✨ Highlights include:

• Dynamic Mental Health Panel featuring community voices

• The Voice of Recovery Award Presentation

• Interactive wellness sessions

• Photo booth & expressive arts stations

• Art Alley: Creative expressions of hope

• Community Resource Fair with local partners and support services (visit us here!)

• Free dinner & refreshments

This year’s theme, Turning Awareness Into Action, invites us all to move from conversation to connection—and from stigma to support. Stop by the Equality Prince William table to connect with us and learn more about our work in the community.

Cost: Free & open to the public
Learn more & RSVP: Prince William County’s 17th Annual Mental Health Awareness Community Event

E=PW looks forward to seeing you on Monday.

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The Monthly E=PW Happy Hour

Location: Bungalow Alehouse
                    2840 Prince William Pkwy
                    Woodbridge, VA 22192

Wednesday, 08 October 2025 — 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Take a break and join Equality Prince William for a relaxed evening at Bungalow Alehouse. In a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming, it’s important to pause, recharge, and enjoy the company of supportive friends.

This informal gathering welcomes all LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. Come savor delicious food and drinks, meet new faces, and spend time with friends who celebrate, affirm, and uplift each other.

Whether you’re unwinding after a busy day, marking a personal milestone, or simply craving connection, this is a space to relax, chat, and enjoy community. No agenda—just laughter, conversation, and camaraderie.

E=PW looks forward to seeing you on Wednesday.

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EPW at Washington Commanders Pride Night!

Location: Northwest Stadium
                   1600 Ring Rd
                   Landover, MD 20785

Saturday, 13 October 2025 — 8:15 PM

Join Equality Prince William for an unforgettable night celebrating Pride with the Washington Commanders! Secure your spot for the Pregame Pride Party and enjoy an evening full of fun, food, and community.

Your $129 ticket includes:

• Access to the premier Pregame Pride Party location

• Upper-level game ticket

• All-you-can-eat buffet

• Beer & soft drinks

• Exclusive Commanders Pride Hat

• Pregame entertainment

• Postgame photo on the field

Bonus: A $5 portion of your ticket goes directly to support Equality Prince William!

Seats are currently reserved for our community but will open to the public on 9/12, and they’re expected to sell out fast—don’t wait to claim yours!

Secure your tickets now: Purchase Here

Celebrate Pride, cheer on the Commanders, and connect with friends and allies in an unforgettable stadium experience!

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E=PW Adopt-a-Highway Trash Pickup

Location: Armetta’s Restaurant
                   4585 Daisy Reid Ave.
                   Woodbridge, VA 22192

Sunday, 19 October 2025 — 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Join Us for Adopt-a-Highway Trash Pickup & Lunch at Armetta’s!

Equality Prince William invites you to help keep our community beautiful! Join us for a morning of trash pickup along our designated highway segment, followed by a delicious lunch at Armetta’s Restaurant.

Meeting Point:
Armetta’s Restaurant
4585 Daisy Reid Avenue, Woodbridge, VA 22192
Menu & Info

Schedule:

• 10:30 AM: Gather in Armetta’s parking lot for a brief safety orientation (gloves, vests, bags, and ties provided)

• 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Community trash pickup along our highway segment

• 12:00 PM: Return to Armetta’s for a well-deserved lunch

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes for outdoor work

• Reusable water bottle to stay hydrated

Lunch Details:
After our cleanup, enjoy a meal together at Armetta’s, famous for its Italian favorites including pizza, pasta, and subs.

RSVP:
Please let us know if you’ll be joining so we can plan supplies and lunch reservations.

Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our community and keep our highways clean!

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EPW Board/Pride Meeting

Location: Virtual (Zoom), reach out to Dave Dooley (dave.epw.pride@gmail.com) for the Zoom link.

Wednesday, 22 October 2025 — 7:30 PM

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LGBTQ+ Veterans, Family & Friends in Northern Virginia Veterans Parade

Location: Corner of Quarry Road & Euclid Avenue
                   Manassas, VA, 20110

Saturday, 01 November 2025 — 8:00 am Setup, 10:00 am Lineup, 11:00 am Start

We’re doing it again! Equality Prince William is proud to host an LGBTQ+ veterans, family, and friends contingent in the Northern Virginia Veterans Day Parade—and you’re invited to join us. Let’s show our community that serving our country includes everyone!

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025

• Location: Old Town Manassas, VA

• Parade Start: 11:00 AM

• Setup & Lineup:

  • Setup begins at 8:00 AM

  • Line up no later than 10:00 AM at the intersection of Quarry Road & Euclid Avenue

Division & Position: Will be provided when known.

We’d love for you to walk with us, but for those who need a break, we also have a limited number of seats available in our Jeep (holds 4).

What to Bring:

• Dress for the weather

• Rainbows and Pride flags to show your colors

• Energy and enthusiasm!

RSVP:
Please let Dave Dooley know if you’ll be walking or riding with us at: dave.epw.pride@gmail.com

✨ COME OUT AND SHOW YOUR PRIDE! Let’s march together, celebrate our veterans, and honor all who serve.

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The Monthly E=PW Happy Hour

Location: Hector’s of Nokesville
                   12846 Fitzwater Drive
                   Nokesville, VA 20181

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 — 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Join Equality Prince William for our November Happy Hour at Hector’s of Nokesville! 

 

As the evenings get cooler, warm up with good food, great drinks, and even better company. This casual get-together is the perfect chance to catch up with friends, meet new people, and enjoy the small-town charm of Nokesville.

 

All LGBTQIA+ community members and allies are welcome—come as you are! Whether you’re here to relax after work, share a laugh, or make a new connection, you’ll find a welcoming space waiting for you.

 

 Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you at Hector’s on Wednesday!

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EPW Board/Pride Meeting

Location: Virtual (Zoom), reach out to Dave Dooley (dave.epw.pride@gmail.com) for the Zoom link.

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 — 7:30 PM

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Full Calendar of Events

01 Jan 2025 – EPW Membership Renewal for the Year Begins

04 Jan 2025 – The After the Holidays Holiday Party – Woodbridge, VA – 7:00 – 10:00 pm

06 Jan 2025 – Three Kings Day / Epiphany (Christian)

07 Jan 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 1:00 – 3:00 pm

10 Jan 2025 – Fast of Tevet 10 (Jewish)

12 Jan 2025 – Annual Board Planning Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 1:00 – 3:00 pm

15 Jan 2025 – EPW Board / Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

20 Jan 2025 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

25 Jan 2025 – Piedmont/Central Virginia Pride Prom – Rixeyville, VA – 6:00 – 10:00 pm

29 Jan 2025 – Lunar New Year Begins

01 Feb 2025 – Black History Month Begins

04 Feb 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

05 Feb 2025 – Happy Hour – Hector’s – Nokesville, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

14 Feb 2025 – Valentine’s Day

15 Feb 2025 – Volunteer Discord Call for folks interested in volunteering with The ConversationS Team – 5:00 – 6:00 pm

17 Feb 2025 – President’s Day

26 Feb 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

01 Mar 2025 – Women’s History Month Begins

01 Mar 2025 – Ramadan Begins (Islamic)

03 Mar 2025 – World Wildlife Day

04 Mar 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

05 Mar 2025 – Ash Wednesday (Christian)

05 Mar 2025 – Happy Hour – Preston’s Pub – Manassas Park, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

13-14 Mar 2025 – Purim (Jewish)

17 Mar 2025 – St. Patrick’s Day

20 Mar 2025 – Spring Equinox

26 Mar 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

29 Mar 2025 – Transgender Day of Visibility Potluck – Manassas, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

30 Mar 2025 – Silver Moon Emporium Spring Market – Salisbury Center – Manassas, VA – 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

30 Mar 2025 – Eid-al-Fitr (Islamic)

01 Apr 2025 – Arab American Heritage Month Begins

01 Apr 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

09 Apr 2025 – Happy Hour – Bungalow Alehouse – Woodbridge, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

12 – 20 Apr 2025 – Passover (Jewish)

13 Apr 2025 – Palm Sunday (Christian)

18 Apr 2025 – Good Friday (Christian)

20 Apr 2025 – Easter (Christian)

22 Apr 2025 – AFSP – Talk Saves Lives – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 pm

22 Apr 2025 – Earth Day

23 Apr 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

27 Apr 2025 – Adopt-a-Highway Trash Pickup – Armetta’s on Daisy Reid – Woodbridge, VA – 10:30 am, Lunch at 12:00 pm

29 Apr 2025 – Queer Craft Club – Dabble Creative Reuse Center – Manassas, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

01 May 2025 – Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Begins

01 May 2025 – AFSP Lifesavers Appreciation Celebration, Pepco Edison Place Gallery (702 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20001) – 5:30 – 7:30 pm

03 May 2025 – PWC Youth Wellness Conference – McCoart Plaza – 10 am – 3pm

06 May 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

11 May 2025 – Mother’s Day

12 May 2025 – Second Passover (Jewish)

12 May 2025 – Manassas City Council – Pride Proclamation – City Hall of Manassas, 9027 Center Street, Manassas, VA – 5:30 pm

14 May 2025 – Happy Hour – Armetta’s on Daisy Reid – Woodbridge, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

14 May 2025 – EPW Pride Committee Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

16 May 2025 – Lag B’Omer (Jewish)

17 May 2025 – Equality Prince William Pride – Harris Pavilion, Manassas, VA – 12 – 4 pm

17 May 2025 – Armed Forces Day (Observance, established 05/20/1950)

17 May – June 2025 – World Pride 2025 – Washington, DC

18 May 2025 – The Town of Dumfries 2nd annual “Pride Brunch” 3800 Graham Park RD Triangle VA 22172 – 11 am – 1 pm

18 May 2025 – Rise & Resist: Join the Movement for LGBTQ+ Liberation Across Virginia! – Manassas Park Community Center – 12:30–3:00 pm

26 May 2025 – Memorial Day

28 May 2025 – EPW Board Meeting/Pride Committee Wrap-up – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

31 May 2025 – Loudoun Pride – Ida Lee Park – Leesburg, VA – 12:00 – 7:00 pm

01 Jun 2025 – LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Begins

01 Jun 2025 – Culpeper Pride – 10753 Mountain Run Lake Road, Culpeper, VA – 12:00 – 5:00

01 Jun 2025 – Reston Pride – Lake Anne Plaza – Reston, VA – 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

1-3 Jun 2025 – Shavuot (Jewish)

03 Jun 2025 – PWC Proud “Together We Rise, Together We Thrive” – McCoart Plaza – 11 am – 2 pm

03 Jun 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

03 Jun 2025 – Manassas Park Pride Proclamation – Manassas Park City Hall – Manassas Park, VA – 7:00 pm

04 Jun 2025 – Ceremonial Pride LGBTQIA+ Flag Raising – Manassas Park City Hall – Manassas Park, VA – 7:00 pm

04 Jun 2025 – Happy Hour (after Flag Raising) – Preston’s Pub – Manassas Park, VA – 7:30 – 9:30 pm

06 Jun 2025 – Eid-al-Adha (Islamic)

07–08 Jun 2025 – Capital World Pride Festival – Washington, DC – 12:00 – 7:00 pm

08 Jun 2025 – Pentecost (Christian)

14 Jun 2025 – Army Birthday/Flag Day (Observance, established 06/14/1775)

15 Jun 2025 – Father’s Day

17 Jun 2025 – Virginia Election Day – Primary – Voting (6 am – 7 pm)

19 Jun 2025 – EPW @ PWC Juneteenth & Me Festival – Pfitzner Stadium Complex – 4:00 – 9:00 pm

20 Jun 2025 – Summer Solstice

25 Jun 2025 – EPW Board Meeting/Pride Committee Wrap-up – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

26 Jun 2025 – Islamic New Year

01 Jul 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

04 Jul 2025 – Dale City 4^th of July Parade – Mapledale Plaza – 7:00 am Setup, 9:00 am Lineup, 10:00 am Start

04 Jul 2025 – Independence Day

05 Jul 2025 – Ashura (Islamic)

09 Jul 2025 – Happy Hour – Bungalow Alehouse – Woodbridge, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

13 Jul –03 Aug 2025 – The Three Weeks (Jewish)

19 Jul 2025 – Annual EPW Membership Picnic – Connery Residence – 1:00 – 4:00 pm

23 Jul 2025 – EPW Board Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

04 Aug 2025 – Coast Guard Birthday (Observance, established 08/04/1790)

05 Aug 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

09 Aug 2025 – The 15^th of Av (Jewish)

13 Aug 2025 – Happy Hour – Hector’s, Nokesville, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

27 Aug 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

01 Sep 2025 – Labor Day

02 Sep 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

04-10 Sep 2025 – Mawlid (Islamic)

07 Sep 2025 – Prince William Out of the Darkness Walk – Manassas, VA – Registration 10:30 am; Event 12:00-2:00 pm

07 Sep 2025 – He She Ze & We’s Arts & Crafts Family Connections in Manassas – Register for Location – 2:00 – 4:00 pm

10 Sep 2025 – Happy Hour – Preston’s Pub – Manassas Park, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

13 Sep 2025 – Casa BruMar LGBTQ+ Symposium – Life Sciences & Engineering Building, Room 2402, George Mason University – Manassas, VA – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

14 Sep 2025 – The ConversationS 2025 – Sustainability, Solidarity, and Resilience – Register for Location – 2:00 to 6:00 pm (Set up 12:30 pm)

15 Sep 2025 – Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

18 Sep 2025 – Air Force Birthday (Observance, established 09/18/1947)

22 Sep 2025 – Autumn Equinox

22-24 Sep 2025 – Rosh Hashanah (Jewish)

24 Sep 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

28 Sep 2025 – Candidates Brunch – Connery Residence – Woodbridge, VA – 11 am – 3 pm

01 Oct 2025 – National Disability Employment Awareness Month Begins

01-02 Oct 2025 – Yom Kippur (Jewish)

06-13 Oct 2025 – Sukkot (Jewish)

06 Oct 2025 – PWC’s 17th Annual Mental Health Awareness Event: Turning Awareness into Action – AJ Ferlazzo Building – Woodbridge, VA – 3:00 – 7:00 pm

07 Oct 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

08 Oct 2025 – Happy Hour – Bungalow Alehouse – Woodbridge, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

11 Oct 2025 – National Coming Out / Let In Day

13 Oct 2025 – Navy Birthday (Observance, established 09/13/1775)

13 Oct 2025 – Indigenous People’s Day

13-15 Oct 2025 – Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah (Jewish)

13 Oct 2025 – Washington Commanders Pride Night! – Northwest Stadium – Landover, MD – 8:15 pm

19 Oct 2025 – Adopt-a-Highway Trash Pickup – Armetta’s on Daisy Reid – Woodbridge, VA – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (Lunch following the pickup)

20 Oct 2025 – Diwali (Hindu)

22 Oct 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

31 Oct 2025 – Halloween

TBD Oct 2025 – Fauquier Pride Gala

01 Nov 2025 – Native American Heritage Month Begins

01 Nov 2025 – NoVA Veterans Parade – Manassas, VA – 8:00 am Setup, 10:00 am Lineup, 11:00 am Start

04 Nov 2025 – Virginia General Election Day – Voting (6 am – 7 pm)

04 Nov 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

10 Nov 2025 – Marine Corps Birthday (Observance, established 11/10/1775)

11 Nov 2025 – Veterans Day (Observance, established 11/11/1954)

12 Nov 2025 – Happy Hour – Hector’s of Nokesville, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

18 Nov 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

20 Nov 2025 – Transgender Day of Remembrance

27 Nov 2025 – Thanksgiving

02 Dec 2025 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

07 Dec 2025 – Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (Observance)

09 Dec 2025 – EPW Board/Pride Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:30 pm

10 Dec 2025 – Happy Hour – Preston’s Pub – Manassas Park, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

10 Dec 2025 – International Human Rights Day

13 Dec 2025 – National Guard Birthday (Observance, established 12/13/1636)

14-22 Dec 2025 – Chanukah (Jewish)

20 Dec 2025 – Space Force Birthday (Observance, established 12/20/2019)

21 Dec 2025 – Yule Winter Solstice

25 Dec 2025 – Christmas (Christian)

26 Dec 2025 – 01 Jan 2026 – Kwanzaa

30 Dec 2025 – Between the Holidays Happy Hour – Bungalow Alehouse – Woodbridge, VA – 6:00 – 8:00 pm

30 Dec 2025 – Feast of Tevet 10 (Jewish)

31 Dec 2025 – New Year’s Eve

01 Jan 2026 – New Year’s Day/EPW Membership Renewal for the Year Begins

06 Jan 2026 – VA Queer Collective Meeting – Virtual (Zoom) – 7:00 – 8:00 pm

10 Jan 2026 – After the Holidays Annual Membership Party – Connery Residence – 7:00 pm

18 Jan 2026 – EPW Annual Planning/Board Meeting – Armetta’s at Daisy Reid – 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Is there something that you would like to see E-PW do? Would you like to volunteer to host an event? Make your voice heard. Get in touch with the E-PW Board to offer suggestions and to volunteer.