A Regional Listing of Area Groups

For Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Richmond, & the Mid-Atlantic Region

 

Regional Guide for area Groups is focused directly toward those more private venues for active participation &/or on-premise play. More public meet-&-greet or open forum opportunities are placed to Clubs. Mainstream opportunities are listed specifically in Mainstream.


Listings are segmented by region, then coded & categorized by the nature of their interest:

  • Alternative Music & Culture in Rust.
  • BDSM & Fetish in Red.
  • Lifestyle & Swinger in Green.
  • Gay, Bi, & Transgender in Wine
  • Mainstream in White.

Some crossover will often exist, so the group in question will be listed by the nature that most reflects the general practice of its events. Any listings in 'Italics' may be in question & needs to be confirmed.
[Status for all listings have been confirmed as of Summer 2023 - exceptions are noted]

 

Group Listings for DC & Surrounding Areas (Baltimore, Philly, & Richmond Follow Below):

 

DC Burners (Facebook): Facebook Group for the DC/Baltimore Burner Community. Although based around those local members who attend Burning Man & regional burns, it is not specific to any particular event.

 

Sunset & Chill (Instagram): Based in DC, they provide semi-regular dance & art events showcasing fire & flow arts, music, & vending. Originally formed as a way to give fire and flow a safe space to practice art, it has since evolved into a community affair bringing together various aspects of music, dance, arts, & flow. And of course, embelishing the beauty of the sunset.

 

Dark Odyssey (DarkOdyssey.com): A unique organization combining both the BDSM Culture & Swinger Community, offering very full scale on-premise events that move flawlessly between both the various cultures represented (Winter Fire for instance takes over an entire hotel downtown). They also host occasional parties for local members. All event are catered to the entire spectrum of the pansexual community. Also see: Fetlife.com/groups


DC Anti-Social (Fetlife): As an open group, they host some of the area's best happy hours & social gatherings for sex-positive kinksters. Gatherings take place at various locations throughout the area. Also see Fetlife Group.

 

Catacombs (Fetlife): Providing a beautiful venue with a sense of elegance & possibility, Catacombs hosts private parties in & around the Manassas area. They are a diverse group open to both swingers & kinksters alike. Leadership also presents at various functions for various alternative lifestyles, both locally & on the national stage. They have moved to a private list for parties, but membership is available through application to those running the group.

 

DC Sub Club (Fetlife): Hosts Dinner with Dommes the second Tuesday of each month for pro dommes & those who admire them. They also hosts an annual holiday party plus charity fund-raisers throughout the year.

 

Haux Hive (HauxHive): Part educational forum, variety show, & play party at The Crucible. Dates often change so check site.

DC After Dark (Fetlife): Formally the host group for Dark Odyessy Happy Hours, they have since splintered off into their own group. Meet & Greet Happy Hours are held each Thursday at Dupont Italian Kitchen (17th St. NW DC).

 

Primal Arts (Fetlife): Blending tribal ritual with sensual desire, the cornerstone of Primal Arts is to more deeply explore the connection between mind, body, & spirit. Embracing both the sacred & profane, they seek an enriched journey. As a group, they provide happy hours, educational workshops, as well as fully evolved events & weekend retreats. All events are heavily oriented toward Fetish.

 

Spectra DC (Fetlife): Formally Aberrant DC, the rebranded Spectra offers social gatherings on the 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. They also host ocassional play parties, usually held at the Crucible. Check thier Fetlife profile for details.

 

Indecent Enterprises (Fetlife Group): Formally host to a variety of events at The Crucible & The Baltimore Playhouse. Due to low attendance & unsustainable numbers they have suspended activities for events & parties. Their current focus is uncertain.


Women Rule (Women-Rule-Parties.com): Maryland group for dominant women and those who serve them. They welcome submissives of all genders including male, female, trans, etc. as well as women who switch. Parties are held on the 3rd Saturday of every month.

 

Fantasy House Parties (FantasyHouse):  providing upscale fully evolved parties for the lifestyle community, events are offered throughout the DC metro area in beautiful mansion-level homes. They provide full buffet, BYOB full service bar, top level entertainment, DJs, fully equipped playspace, fetish demo’s, & a consistent top notch crowd. They are also the current host of the Swingers Lifestyle Lounge for the DC Fetish Ball. Also see Fetlife

 

Sinn-Ergy (Sinnergy): One of the area's most lavish organizers, offering theme parties in N.Va, group vacations in luxurious settings, club parties and meet & greets where we will go the extra mile to maximize a LS experience that is sensual, sexy & classy. Currently, the group remains on hiatus in the post-pandemic. But plans for a comeback are in the works!

 

Sexy Escapes (SexyEscapes): A DC group that hosts clothing optional lifestyle takeovers throughout the Maryland area. This includes hotel pool parties on the Easter Shore, full lodge takeovers in West Virginia, as well as destination travel for the lifestyle culture.

 

Glory Hole Club (GloryHoleClub): From the ashes of Entre Nous, the Glory Hole Club has since risen. Offering primarily MFM parties of a discreet nature, affairs take place in Upper Marlboro, MD at a private residence. See website for application & info.

 

Bad Bunny Club (BadBunny): an exclusive private lifestyle club that hosts unique sexy & kinky themed events throughout the DC Metro area. These include yacht parties, mansion parties, club events, hotel takeovers, penthouse parties, & exclusive house parties.


IMEN / International Men Enjoying Nudism (Imen4allmen.org): Purporting a national reach, but based locally. This is an all male nudist group hosting large annual events at Ramblewood Campground as well as other affairs & gatherings throughout the year.

SigMa (SigmaDC.org): As a diverse group for gay & bisexual males in the BDSM community, SigMa currently holds regular events & play parties at The Crucible. A free education series (S/M 101) is also held on the second Monday of each month. Further events are hosted throughout the year. Membership is not required, but members receive many benefits.

MAsT / Masters And slaves Together (MAsTWashignton.org): Active since 1999, MAsT of Washington serves as a support group for Masters, slaves, & those interested in the M/s D/s lifestyle. Meetings to discuss different aspects of M/s relationships are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at various locationis. Men of all orientation are welcome. See website for details.

 

Bi-Weekly Parties (Fetlife): They host smaller play parties at various locations around the area. Targeted specifically to Bi men & women, couples w/ Bi-partners, & those who love them, as well as CD, TG, & TS individuals.

 

Reston Play Group: Private group hosting monthly play parties in a large private home with a playroom and dungeon near the Vienna/Reston border. Offering a selective group of HWP men under 40 but open to all races. For more info please contact restongroup@hotmail.com.

 

CapitolBate (my.yapp.us/CBCDC): All Male Masturbation Group that meets weekly at a private gallery on Capitol Hill. Gatherings are hosted On-Premise w/ a strict focus on J/O. All types are welcome. Membership now requires the app.

 

Groups Listings for Baltimore, MD. & its Surrounding Area (Philly & Richmond Follow Below):
 

BaltoFornication (Fetlife): Although listed as a fetish group, they actually offer a diverse range of events - everything from play parties to sex/swing parties, as well as adult & kid friendly movie nights, discussion groups, education forums, & game nights. Most parties range from 70 in attendance to 30 for smaller affairs. All are offered in a safe & accepting environment. Also see Fetlife Profile Page.

 

The Cell Bloc (Fetlife): Private group hosting parties, socials, & educational gatherings at their private space in Baltimore as well as through The Baltimore Playhouse. Members must fully vetted to attend. Monthly socials / play parties are held on-premise.

Baltimore Poly (Meetup.com/BmorePoly): Social meet-up group offering a full diversity of sex-positive exploration in the DC, MD, & VA areas. Reaching beyond basic polyamorous relationships to include BDSM, Swing Lifestyle, Tantra, Sacred Sexuality, Personal Growth, Sex-Positive Community. They offer a means of open communication, member driven parties, gatherings, & the like. See Meet-Up Group for more.

Baltimore/Linthicum Hotel Parties: Hosting all male play parties in the Baltimore area. Contribution is only $10. Email Steve for list-serve updates on coming events: bearsparties1@gmail.com

 

Group Listings for Philadelphia & SE Pa. (Richmond & the Mid-Atlantic Follow Below):
 

The Philadelphia Experiment / PEX (ThePhiladelphiaExperiment): Presenting some of the region's largest & most recognized festivals, PEX has shifted its focus from active promotion to a closed mailing list. You must contact the group for announcements & tickets of future events. Featured events include the PEX Halloween Ball (often hosted on the Battleship U.S,S, New Jersey) as well as the PEX Summer Festival over 4th of July weekend.

 

The Owl's Nest (Fetlife): Hosted by Chris & Bella, they represent one of Philly's strongest up & coming party groups. Providing a variety of events in both the Philadelphia area and Poconos, their events are appropriate for all experience levels and diverse interests. They provide play parties, rope shares, rough play & wrestling events, education, munches and more.

 

Corrupt Mind Productions (Fetlife): First & foremost, they host "Masque" - a monthly play party targeted to the kink community. All events are hosted in a fully equipped post-industrial playspace & usually carry a theme. Cost is $30. They also provide a forum for discussions about upcoming events & the Philadelphia Kink Community. Also see Fetlife Group.

The Middle Ground (Fetlife): Event based group for the kink aware in Philadelphia. They strive to bridge the gap in the local community by providing local events, gatherings, & educational / informational forums of exchange.

 

The Gate (Fetlife): Philadelphia's gateway to all things BDSM. They also host a monthly munch at Philly Diner (51 Industrial Highway, Essington, PA 19029). All parties are welcome to join.

 

Bucks County BDSM (Fetlife): Fetlife group for those living in Bucks County vs. Philadelphia. A basic outreach for those interested in kink & BDSM living in the suburbs of Philly seeking like minded engagement closer to home.

 

Philadelphia Jacks (PhiladelphiaJacks.com): All male masturbation group holding 5-6 monthly events & gatherings on Chestnut Street in Center City. All events are for mustual or single masturbation only.

Groups Listings for Richmond, VA. & its Surrounding Area...

 

Virginia Friends (vafriendsonline.com): An on premise social club holding theme-styled parties & social dances on a monthly basis. Events are held at hotel locations in the Richmond area & are for couples only. There is a no pressure environment & participation ranges from monogamous voyeurism to the wild side of active participation. Self-described as "the longest running, classiest, & best looking crowd in all of Virginia!" Self-described as "the longest running, classiest, & best looking crowd in all of Virginia!" Email: vafriends69@hotmail.com
 

Central Virginia Swingers (CVaSwingers): CVA is a local swingers group with members between 21-50. Parties are generally hosted bi-monthl & are offered on-premise w/ full-swap in or around Central Virginia. There is never pressure or an expectation for any new members looking to partake. Also see listing on SwingLifestyle.
 

Virginia's Secret (VaSecret.com): Based in Midlothian, Va. Virginia's Secret hosts monthly gatherings in a non-pressure environment. Open to couples only, membership is required.


RANG / Richmond Area Nude Guys (Google Groups): Based in King William County, they offer monthly gatherings for all male nudists. Events feature 36 acre private estate with 5 acre lake, 12 man hot tub, outdoor shower, screened gazebos, ornamental gardens, outdoor firepit, hiking, guesthouse, camping, full buffet & beverages. Day rates are $30 (includes party & buffet), plus $40 lodging or $10 to camp. Reservations are required. Please contact Charles for RSVP & inclusion on the mailing list: Rangmembership@aol.com

 

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Additional Groups for the Mid-Atlantic...

 

Annapolis Area Kinksters (Fetlife): Providing a forum for kinksters in Annapolis & the surrounding region. Available for both the exchange of ideas as well as the promotions of events & gatherings.

 

LinK / Lancaster in Kink (Fetlife): Providing munches & social gatherings in various locations throughout Lancaster County. Events are held weekly on Wednesday Night. See group or Profile Page for more.

 

Hampton Roads Hook-Up (HamptonRoadHookUp): Based out of Yorktown, Va. they hosting hotel gala's & on-premise gatherings following social events. In addition, they host group socials & private parties in select locations. Also see SwingLifestyle.

 

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