KINETIC Presents KINK: Official MAL Weekend 2025 Events feat. Gigi Goode
KINETIC Presents & Centaur M.C. (MAL) are bringing you KINK: A weekend of FOUR official Mid-Atlantic Leather dance parties produced by LGBTQ+ creators benefitting our own community.
You begged for it, and we’re delivering—this year, we’re not just giving you dance parties, we’re unleashing BRAND-NEW venues with play zones to satisfy your every desire at ALL 4 events!
Thursday, Jan. 9th, 2025 – BOOTCAMP (10PM–3AM)
Venue: BUNKER 2001 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
Get ready for BOOTCAMP, the official KINETIC Presents/MAL Weekend kick-off on Thursday, January 9th. This isn’t just a pre-party—it’s your first drill in the hottest bootcamp you’ve ever experienced. Alex Lo will get the recruits warmed up and international DJ Dan Slater will get your bodies whipped into shape. The action happens at BUNKER, complete with play zone designed for maximum seduction.21+ Entry
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Friday, Jan. 10th, 2025 – UNCUT XL (10PM–4AM)
Venue: REPUBLIQ Hall 2122 24th Pl NE, Washington, DC 20018
Welcome to UNCUT XL, the largest and most debaucherous MAL event yet. This year, we’re taking it to the next level with two simultaneous dance floors and a labyrinth of play zones at the newly expanded REPUBLIQ Hall. The night begins with beats from James Anthony, and soon allows you choose your own adventure. Room 1 has the tribal rhythms of International DJ Alex Ramos, while Room 2 delivers an intimate tech house set from DJ Boomer Banks. Whether you’re on the dancefloor or in the shadows, UNCUT XL is where your dreams and deepest desires collide. 21+ Entry
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Saturday, Jan. 11th – PERVERT XXL (10PM–4AM)
Venue: A.I. Warehouse NE DC address TBA
KINETIC Presents and Matinée Group team up to bring PERVERT XXL to DC for the first time as the OFFICIAL Saturday MAL Main Event. This year, we’re taking over a massive, brand-new multi-level warehouse in Northeast DC, transforming it into the ultimate party playground with immersive lights, lasers, and—for the first time ever—play zones! Get ready for a wild performance by superstar Gigi Goode from RuPaul’s Drag Race, who will whip the crowd into submission with her electrifying show. The DJ lineup is epic, featuring George Flores (Nina Flowers’ Alter Ego), Eliad Cohen (Israel), and Paulo(Los Angeles), delivering non-stop beats all night long. 21+ Entry
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Sunday, Jan. 12th – LUST (10PM–3AM)
Venue: Culture 2006 Fenwick Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Say goodbye to MAL weekend in the most sensual way at LUST, the all-new Sunday closing party. This year, we’re ditching disco for dark, sexy beats and pulse-pounding rhythms. Hosted at Culture, the boldest new venue in town, get ready for Grammy-nominated Abel and party legend Sam Blacky who will keep you energized all night long.With erotic porn star performances and exclusive play zones, LUSTis not just a party—it’s an experience. 21+ Entry
