Black Rose

Black Rose Munch
2026-09-29 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-01 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) and 5 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.

New and Curious Kinksters
2026-09-24 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-27 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-23 18:30 - 20:00 | 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!

Board Meeting
2026-09-14 19:30, 2026-08-10 19:30, 2026-07-13 19:30 | Zoom, DC, United States
Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.

Tickle SIG play party
2026-09-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-11 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.

Dungeon 101
2026-09-04 19:30 - 23:59, 2026-08-07 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 - September 2026
2026-09-03 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.

BR Gateway - August 2026
2026-08-06 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

Know Before You Heaux: Vetting 101 with Sir Push Ur Limitz and BiteMeThere
2026-07-28 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
Know Before You Heaux: Vetting 101 is a candid discussion between Sir PushUrLimitz and BiteMeThere about protecting your peace, your body, your reputation, and your time. We’ll dig into the realities of navigating kink spaces, from spotting red flags and verifying reputations to understanding how manipulation, performative dominance, and community dynamics can complicate even the most seasoned kinkster’s judgment.
During this discussion, we’ll explore

The fundamentals of effective vetting (online and in-person)
Why gatekeeping is dangerous
How predators, opportunists, and “role players” slip through the cracks
Why experience can sometimes make people less cautious
Building trusted networks and using community knowledge wisely
Asking the hard questions that protect you before you play

Come ready for Real Talk, shared experiences, and practical tools to help you move through kink spaces with clarity and confidence.
All skill levels/kink levels are welcome; This is a great class for newbies to the scene as well as veterans, as a refresher course.
Total time: 90 minutes
This class will involve participation from the crowd, where we hope we can invite people to ask questions and share their own stories of vetting wins or fails. We want everyone to walk away with a renewed sense of confidence in their vetting process.

Presenter Bio
I have been known as BiteMeThere for the last 15 years. My path in the kink space has been anything but linear. My journey has largely centered around building communities where people who look like me can thrive. Through my writings, teaching, and community engagement, I continue to explore the intersections of power dynamics, service, vulnerability, and what it means to trust. I value honest conversations that allow room for feedback in its many forms; it will always be my goal to build intentional relationships that propel this community, our community, forward in a positive way.I believe that kink is best experienced when all participants are given the space and freedom to be seen, heard, respected, and safe to explore their pleasure.
Widely known as Sir PUL, he is a Male Dominant Heterosexual Leather (MDHL f/s) with more than 14 years of experience in the lifestyle. Recognized as a Sensual Sadist, Daddy, Protector, and Educator, he is deeply committed to mentorship, communication, and personal growth within the community. A proud member of the NASSORS Leather Brotherhood, he also serves as a host and producer for Black & Kinky DC, helping create safer spaces for education, exploration, and fellowship throughout the DMV area. Originally beginning his journey in New York City, Sir PUL has remained active in community projects and events across the East Coast. Guided by the belief that “none of us is as smart as all of us,” he continues to prioritize learning, leadership, and connection within the lifestyle.

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

Give It To Me! Maintaining Dominance While Being Fucked with Skeleton_Bitch
2026-07-21 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
Dominating and topping are not one and the same and dominance doesn’t end when you’re the one being penetrated. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to maintain authority, control, and presence even while your body is receiving. Through discussion, demos, and guided exercises, we’ll unpack strategies for commanding the pace, tone, and energy of the scene, whether you’re with one partner or many.
Participants will learn:

Techniques for staying in charge while in physically “submissive” positions
Negotiation tools to establish clear expectations and boundaries
Body language, voice, and psychological strategies that reinforce dominance
Ways to navigate shifting power dynamics with confidence and creativity

This class is designed for Dominants, Switches, and anyone curious about holding power in positions that are often coded as passive. This class is also for submissives who like being the active partner. All genders, orientations, and experience levels are welcome. Come ready to challenge assumptions, sharpen your skills, and claim your dominance, no matter what your body is doing.
Presenter Bio
Skeleton_Bitch (they/them), aka Lizzie, aka Picasso of Pain, is a disabled, genderfluid dominant/sadist/artist. They are one of the hosts of the monthly queer-centered play party, @qinkdc, and the Director of Education for @br_BlackRose. They have been participating in kink since 2006 and part of the DMV kink community since 2022. They have been navigating the nuances of being kinky while living with multiple chronic illnesses and being autistic with ADHD (AuDHD) and what that means for them as a dominant, top, and organizer. They also love artistic, high-concept scenes that bring various media and forms of expression to play.

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

21st Century Service with AJ Renard
2026-07-07 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
Today’s tools and technology provide a number of opportunities for service. From organizing travel, planning meals, keeping a butler book, and more, we will talk about how to enhance your service via technology. This class also discusses using these tools to help with other service challenges, like memory and organization.
Presenter Bio
AJ Renard (she/her) has been involved in the BDSM world her entire adult life, although she was a dark little thing far before that. AJ is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and has a deep passion for teaching about the intersection of BDSM and mental health. She finds her happy place when there is rope, electricity, knives, boots, fear, and a lot of crying involved.
AJ teaches a variety of classes about consent, negotiations, perspectives on D/s, bottoming for intense scenes and edgeplay, mental health and BDSM, and behavioral science in PE dynamics. Additionally, she often teaches about BDSM in non-kink spaces, hoping to de-stigmatize kink for therapists and medical professionals. She also loves demo bottoming for Violet Wand demos, and things that make her shy in front of groups of people.

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

D/s Discussion Group: Independence in Power Exchange
2026-07-06 18:30 - 21:00 | TJ Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, 22042, United States
RSVP on Fet now!
Come one and all to a group for the discussion of any and all topics D and s. This group is intended to be a resource for people of all levels of experience and, as such, everyone is encouraged to attend. Please bring all questions you may have about D/s, M/s, rituals, victuals, brats, splats, and mats.
The topic of tonight’s discussion is Independence in Power Exchange Relationships. Power exchange involves, well, a surrender (and acceptance) of power, and a huge question is, how do we keep ourselves from being absorbed into our partner and into our relationship? Although there is a topic for the discussion, this group is meant to be a place for sharing and we will not be strict about keeping to the topic.
For this event, we will be hosting at the Thomas Jefferson Library in West Falls Church. We will be in Meeting Rooms 1 and 2. Light refreshments are permitted in the meeting rooms.
Please RSVP as Going if you want to go!
