The Crucible

Club
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Local Time 8:07 PM | 20:07
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Updated May 22, 2022

The Crucible is one of DC's most popular BDSM venues in the city.

Washington D.C.,
District of Columbia, United States

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The venue is a safe space and a private club catering to the BDSM/fetish communities. And most of their events are MEMBERS ONLY, and memberships cannot be purchased at the door but must be acquired prior to the event night, except the monthly event Dungeon 101. If you are a lover of BDSM or want to explore a new fetish, The Crucible in Washington DC will be there waiting.

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412 V Street NE
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20002
United States

info@the-crucible.com

Crowd

  • 18+
  • 21+
  • Bisexual
  • Cruising
  • Fetish
  • Gay
  • Leather
  • Naked

Music

  • Dance
  • House
  • Techno
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Hours & Times vary depending on the event. You may find more up-to-date information by visiting an official website and/or social media.

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