Black Rose

Black Rose Munch
2026-08-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-08-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | 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.

Board Meeting
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
2026-08-08 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
2026-08-07 19:30 - 23:59, 2026-07-03 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 - August 2026
2026-08-06 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.

Styling to Combat Dysphoria with Alixzander
2026-08-04 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 gender identity and how we express it are inextricably linked—and this class is all about the expression. For many of us, clothing can be a source of dysphoria, but it can just as powerfully be a tool to ease it. Learn to style your wardrobe in a way that aligns with your gender identity, quiets the dissonance dysphoria can bring, and makes room for real gender euphoria in how you show up to the world.
Taught by a former stylist, this course covers it all: how to flatter every body shape, how to build a personal aesthetic that’s unmistakably you, and how to wear your clothes instead of letting them wear you.
You’ll leave with confidence, a sense of control over your closet, and the know-how to turn getting dressed from a source of stress into a source of joy.
Presenter Bio
Devious & Delightful, Vibrant & Violent. Alixzander is a sadomasochistic switch, with a penchant for the dark, wild, and insane. They enjoy sensory deprivation, putting cocks in their mouth, needles to the head, having fun things put in them, electrocuting boys, and much much more.
An internationally recognized educator, Alixzander is one of the founders of Queer Identifying n Kinky (QINK), Crucible Rendezvous, and The Queer Dude’s Party, which are monthly parties held at The Crucible in Washington, DC. They are the former Education Director of Black Rose, and are currently on staff for Camp Crucible, Cruciblecon, Fornucopia, Femme Fatale Co., and CLAW.

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: Bratting in Power Exchange
2026-08-03 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. Bratting can be a controversial topic, but it holds an important place in D/s. Often, bratting is a way for submissive people to communicate needs and desires, and some people make this an explicit part of their dynamic. 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!

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

Black Rose Presents: Beach is the New Kink
2026-07-24 21:00 - 23:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Join us this month for Black Rose Presents: Beach is the New Kink. RSVP here!
It’s time to cool off, with some hot fun! So throw on your favorite swimsuit, grab a set of beach balls and come play!
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.

New and Curious Kinksters
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!

Staples: Simple, Decorative, & Sadistic with Whomping_Willow
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
Medical staplers are a simple and versatile tool and yet are often overlooked for play! Staples are equally suitable for a lovely lace-up corset, an effective blindfold or gag-alternative, and silly or sadistic predicament play.
Presenter Bio
Willow is a queer sadomasochistic switch who revels in goofy, intense, and transformative play. As an educator, Willow takes a multidisciplinary approach to everything he does and seeks to make kink and the diversity of experience accessible. He is internationally recognized for his approachable, engaging, and always entertaining teaching style and as a jack-of-all trades for SuspenDC, the hook suspension team he runs with his husband Whittney. Outside of kink, he is a devoted gecko dad, artist, circus enthusiast, and hobby collector, always looking for new ways to be off the ground or upside down.
As a medical professional and professional pervert, he can certainly say: one person’s torture, is another person’s Tuesday!

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

Rope Suspension 101: Hardpoints, Hangers, & Uplines with Otto/AutomataBound andSuspendDisbelief
2026-07-14 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
Interested in learning to suspend yourself or a partner? Start here!
In rope suspension, the person in rope is attached not only to themselves but also to a point above them. This class focuses on understanding and mitigating the risks incurred by choices made physically above the person in rope during suspension. Attendees will learn about hardpoint evaluation, choosing suspension equipment, secure upline lockoffs, and how to respond to a rope jam. Those participating will use a bag to practice building a hanger, constructing a pulley system with an upline, and securely locking off the upline.

Participation is not required to attend. This information is also valuable for those who want to evaluate their risk profiles around hardpoints, suspension gear, and upline lockoffs.
Please Note: No humans will be suspended during this class. This class does not “certify” you to suspend. We will only be covering risk factors above the person in rope during this class, which is a small portion of overall suspension safety information. Additional in-person education will be necessary prior to and during your first suspension.
Pre-requisites for participation:
Comfortable tying a non-collapsing single column tie that leaves a bight (which could be, but does not have to be, a Somerville bowline). This should be muscle memory.
Ability to accept critique on technique during the hand-on portions.
Participants should bring:

A moderately heavy bag (>5 lbs) to suspend.
1-2 pieces of 30ft POSH, Nylon/MFP, or Hemp rope – please check with us if you plan to use anything else. Limited extras available.
Rope cutting tool.
[optional] Something to write on/with for notes.
[optional] rated climbing strap
[optional] rated locking pear or oval carabiners
[optional] rigging plate or suspension ring

Presenter Bio
SuspendDisbelief (she/her) is a queer, non-monogamous submissive and emotional masochist. An exhibitionistic chaos goblin, she can often be found tying herself up and cofacilitates education at a rope skill share in the DC area. Using her professional experiences in education and her deeply slutty heart, she provides alternative framings for familiar concepts in edge play, especially for those who, like her, have been repeatedly betrayed by their neurodivergent peculiarities while learning.
AutomataBound (AKA Otto) is a queer, switchy bondage nerd who loves bringing ridiculous concepts to life. They have been in the D.C. scene for ~4 years and currently co-facilitate education at Hitchin’ Bitches.

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!

BR Gateway - July 2026
2026-07-02 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

Living as Fat & Kinky - A Panel Discussion
2026-06-30 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
Join us for an honest, nuanced, and affirming panel exploring being fat and kinky. This conversation brings together fat kinksters, educators, and community members to unpack how body size shapes experiences of desire, power, visibility, and safety within kink spaces.
Together, we’ll explore:

Challenging fatphobia in kink and BDSM communities
Negotiating consent, boundaries, and embodiment in fat bodies
The complexities of fetishization vs. genuine desire
Accessibility, play adaptations, and creating affirming scenes
Reclaiming pleasure, agency, and self-expression on our own terms

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.
Nytemare: I have been active in the kink community since 1998, beginning as a submissive and now as a dominant. I am the happy owner of my boy Len for the past 8 years and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.
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

Black Rose Presents: Pride Party
2026-06-26 21:00 - 23:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Join us this month for Black Rose Presents: Pride Party. RSVP here!

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.

We Like it Rough: Rough Body Play Basics with B_Profane
2026-06-23 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
Has this ever happened to you – you want to play with someone, but toys are too fancy or expensive, or your toybag is too samey, too cumbersome, or too confiscated by airport security? Well good news, because rough body play is here. Learn to use the resources your chosen creator gave you for impact, restraint, struggling, and ordeals. From head to toes, we’ll show you how to use your body to craft a scene by blending punches, pressure points, kicks, and stomps. Things covered include how to hit, where to hit, when to stop and keep going….the who to hit will be up to you.
Presenter Bio
B_Profane has been part of the DMV BDSM Community for 20 years. In that time he has volunteered at a variety of events as staff, presented classes, and served as a demo top.

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

Mummification with Blackthorne
2026-06-16 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
In this class we will talk about safety precautions, materials, forms of mummification and sensory deprivation and some activities to enjoy while encased. The main material involved in the demo portion will be pallet wrap, but other forms and materials will be discussed and several examples will be available to see and feel.
Presenter Bio
Blackthorne (Stephen) has been involved in the DC scene since 1999 and has been involved with The Crucible since joining the public scene, and is now a manager and Board member for the organization. He has taught several classes for events such as Camp Crucible, TESFest, Floating World, and the Black Rose conventions, as well as for the Black Rose organization, BESS, Baltimore Playhouse, and The Crucible at Dungeon 101. He enjoys many kinks, mummification among them.

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
