Black Rose

New and Curious Kinksters
2026-06-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-23 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom, DC, United States
Black Rose’s New and Curious Kinksters (or NaCK), is a discussion group designed for people who are new(ish) to the scene. While we highly recommend all new kinksters check out Gateway (the first/last Thursday of each month – always the day before D101) and Dungeon 101 (the first Friday of each month) and come with questions about their experiences, it is not required, and we welcome anyone new to kink. Please note NaCK is for asking questions, there will be no presentation or monologuing.
We meet the 4th Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm. We are going to try out having virtual NaCK. I know many of us have Zoom fatigue, but this is a more responsible approach. We’ll chat about whatever comes up – everything from “what do I wear to the club?” to “I had this great scene, but this part didn’t go well. What do you suggest?” NaCK has a rotating group of experienced kinksters come in to answer questions, so the discussion is always a little bit different, and we aim to provide a variety of answers from different D/s roles, genders, races, and backgrounds.
If you are still in the beginning of your kink journey, we hope you’ll come join us to ask questions and share advice. We’d love to have you!

Black Rose Munch
2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-02 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-19 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-05-05 18:30 - 20:00 and 2 more dates | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food, fun discussions, and meet like-minded folks.

Tickle SIG play party
2026-06-13 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Tickle SIG Herndon location, Herndon, VA, United States
Come laugh with us!
We ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group.
Tickle SIG party begins at noon and goes til 5pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Bring a pot luck dish – maybe even something inspired by Thanksgiving – and your toy bag.
No alcohol, smoking or drugs are permitted, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID.
Whether you are new to tickling or experienced, you are welcome to join in on the fun.

Board Meeting
2026-06-08 19:30, 2026-05-11 19:30 | Zoom, DC, United States
Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.

Dungeon 101
2026-06-05 19:30 - 23:59, 2026-05-01 19:30 - 23:59 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
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 others
More 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.

BR Gateway - June 2026
2026-06-04 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations.
We cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy, Negotiations to Aftercare, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one, but you can get a lot more by attending both.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible.

BR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

NO MUNCH - Camp Crucible
2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

Behind the Scenes: Creating Change as Volunteers with Meredith
2026-05-19 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.

Class Description
Our community runs on the power of volunteers. But how do you get excited to help when they’re asking you to clean play space equipment? This facilitated discussion explores the art of giving back, and how even the unglamorous tasks can be part of shaping our community’s future. Whether you’re new to the community and looking to get involved, or planning to launch your own passion project and looking for help, we’ll make sure your good intentions turn into tangible results.
Presenter Bio
Meredith has been doing kinky stuff for over 20 years. She identifies as queer, a masochist, an s-type, Leather, and an educator. She has been on staff for Black Rose since 2015 and is currently the director of the BR Gateway program.

To minimize disruption, there will be no admittance after 8:30.
This is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

RESCHEDULED: Blow Jobs 101 with MoProblems
2026-05-12 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.

This class was originally scheduled for February 3 and postponed due to a scheduling conflict.
Class Description
From anniversary presents to strangers in airport bathrooms, Blowjobs are a ubiquitous part of our sexual culture, and frankly can be fun to give and receive, but most of us never get any instruction on how to best suck dick, or what to do with our hands.This class is intended to review the basics of providing or receiving fellatio, and create a space for the sharing of best practices on how to pleasure partners with penises.
We’ll go over the art of giving a blowjob, starting before anything is ever in a mouth to how to know if you’ve finished. As penis are as diverse as those of us who have them, we’ll go over factors that can impact pleasure for both giver and receiver, including basic anatomy of a penis. We’ll also go over communication before during and after a blowjob so you can continue to improve your skills as an oral top or bottom.
No supplies are needed for this class, but feel free to bring your favorite phallus or phallic objects to practice on. This is not a deepthroating class, so no need to break out the bananas or eggplants, though they’re always welcome.
Whether you’re a cocksucker extraordinaire or have just recently been a little curious about penises, this class aims to provide you with something new. All skill levels, experiences, and anatomies are welcome.
Presenter Bio
Mo or @MoProblems (any/all) is a queer genderfluid kinkster entering a second year in the local DC scene. Mo has been exploring what it means to exist on both sides of the slash. A frequent student of Black Rose, Mo is a new presenter with a decade of experience as a trainer and coach, and nearly 20 years of experience with both sides of a blowjob.

To minimize disruption, there will be no admittance after 8:30.
This is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR GATEWAY IS A WEEK EARLIER
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | DC
Black Rose Gateway is held on the Thursday before the first Friday of each month.
While today may be the first Thursday, tomorrow is the SECOND Friday.
Look a week back and you will find the event for this month.

Meet The Candidates
2026-05-05 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Come one, come all to an informative affair: Meet the Candidates Night!
This is YOUR chance to learn more about your potential future Board Members Arbiter, and Ombuds. You have a voice, use it to ask the candidates about their community values and what they see for the future of Black Rose.
Ask your questions so you can be an informed voter for this year’s elections.

BR Gateway - May 2026
2026-04-30 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Note: The May Gateway is on April 30th!
Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations.
We cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy, Negotiations to Aftercare, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one, but you can get a lot more by attending both.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible.

BR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

Torturing Tits and Bits with Carmen Monoxide
2026-04-28 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.

Class Description
This demonstration-based class covers all the various ways to stimulate, hurt, and torment the breast tissue/nipples/chests and genitalia of all body types and parts. This class has a focus on gender inclusivity and creative sadism, with demonstrations and discussion.
Presenter Bio
A former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy, Carmen Monoxide (she/they) also works as a kink professional, event organizer, sex educator, and relationship coach. She has presented for small, medium, and large events across North America, as well as for university and health care institutions. She founded Femme Fatale, a kink event company, and throws monthly parties in the Washington, DC area. She sometimes takes her clothes off and performs onstage and on camera, and is passionate about helping people overcome fear and shame in order to have authentic, fulfilling, sexy experiences.

To minimize disruption, there will be no admittance after 8:30.
This is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Black Rose Presents: Black Rose Fetish Formal
2026-04-24 21:00 - 23:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Join us this month for Black Rose Presents: Black Rose Fetish Formal. RSVP here!
Come one, come all! It’s a night to celebrate our best, most creative and sexy outfits. Leather, latex, pup hoods, whatever you feel you look your best in.
This is an 18+ event!

Black Rose/Crucible Members: $25
Guests:$35
You must be a Crucible or Black Rose member or the guest of a member to attend.
Doors open at 9PM
There will be non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase, and plenty of complementary snacks.
Black Rose seeks to empower the community and celebrates diversity in gender, race, sexual orientation, and abilities. We seek to foster an open and warm environment for all.
Have questions about Black Rose? Find a friendly face at the social and chat them up! Interested in becoming a Black Rose Member? (you totally should) Click here!
Masks are always welcome.

Caress, Kick, and Stomp! Jumping into Bootplay with WhompingWillow and MartiPaige
2026-04-21 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.

Class Description
Curious about trampling with care or hoping to get a kick in your next scene?
From your converse and your docs to your thigh-high heels, footwear is a common category of fetish and a surprisingly versatile set of toys. We will explore ways to play with sensation, impact, power, and pressure, as well as top ergonomics and scene design.

We will cover far more than how to safely step and stomp on your partner
This class will help you find your right fit:
kicking the shit out
Fuck your partner or fuck them up
as well as top ergonomics and scene design in this walking tour of boot play!
Presenter Bio
MartiPaige (she/her) is a queer, sadomasochistic, orange-flagging switch. She is an internationally recognized presenter, focusing on sharps, edge play, and bottom-focused content, as well as organizing events in Philadelphia (Crave, Deep End), Baltimore (Brave), and the DMV (Fornucopia). Outside of her professional roles in MartiParti Events and The Gritty Group, Marti has a deep passion for power exchange, queer expression, and her extremely spicy kitty, Stormy. Willow is a queer sadomasochistic switch who will never tire of rope, sharps, or pressure points. Equally happy with a goofy, laugh-out-loud or nail-bitingly intense scene, kink is a core part of who he is and what he does. He has a flair for getting others hooked with his approachable, engaging, and always entertaining teaching style. Willow shares his infectious excitement through a wide variety of hands-on classes, and has garnered an international following via online education during the pandemic, which you can see alongside his other shenanigans on Patreon and Fetlife: https://linktr.ee/TheWillowShow

To minimize disruption, there will be no admittance after 8:30.
This is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Setting the Scene: Adding Theatrical Elements to Your Play with Lettera
2026-04-14 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.

Class Description
Do you wish your kink scenes and play were more creative? Do you want to plan high concept scenes? Do you want to spice up your sex life? We call it *play* for a reason! Here, we learn from the world of theatre to expand the possibilities of our play. From aesthetic elements such as makeup, costumes, and lighting; emotion heightening aspects such as scene premise, character development, and atmospheric sounds or music; and becoming a true prop *master* by creatively using props or pervertables. The opportunities are endless! Now’s the chance to come be the star of your own play!
Presenter Bio
Lettera, (they/she) has been in the scene for about 5 years now following a post pandemic renaissance where they vowed to go to as many class and events in the community as time and money allowed. A self-ascribed Fairy Kink Mother and Chaos Switch, they have been demo topping knives and impact and teaching for the last two years. Their background in theatre, organizing, and psychology inform both their play and their teachings. You may not recognize them immediately at events because they often can be found in different dramatic makeup looks doing high concept theatrical scenes in many different roles.

To minimize disruption, there will be no admittance after 8:30.
This is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.
Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org
