Are you ready to return to the pods? "Love is Blind," Netflix's hit dating show where couples bond in isolated pods and get engaged before meeting in person, premieres its new season tonight—and this time, 30 singles from D.C. (and oddly enough, a bunch of whom actually live in Baltimore) are in the spotlight.
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The first six episodes dropped on Netflix today, and new episodes drop weekly on Wednesday. You could hole up on your couch to binge—but why not head out to one of these local watch parties to watch with some drinks and maybe new friends? Check out six Washington, D.C. bars hosting "Love is Blind" watch parties.
6 "Love is Blind" Watch Parties to check out in Washington, D.C.
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Head to this Shaw wine garden for your weekly watch at 8pm. Settle in for "Love is Blind" trivia, games, themed cocktails, blind tasting pours and a screening of the first two episodes. Drinks will be served in the show's signature gold goblets, which revelers can purchase for $9. RSVP weekly to guarantee a table, but walk-ins are welcome.
2. Buddy's
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This Columbia Heights sports bar will play the premiere on six TVs inside and outside from 7-9:30pm. Take advantage of food and wine specials as the drama unfolds onscreen.
3. Whitlow's
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Influencer Drinks in the District is hosting a weekly watch party in collaboration with this roomy U. Street bar. Head to the second floor at 7pm to watch the show, fill out prediction sheets for the chance to win prizes and sip $8 cocktail specials.
4. Metrobar
5. Crown & Crow
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Get in on the action directly at Crown & Crow's watch party tonight—this Victorian-inspired bar in Logan Circle actually appears on the new season. Starting tonight, head to this underground bar Wednesdays at 7pm to watch new episodes.
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The grand Shaw theater is hosting a watch party to ring in the new season Thursday, October 3, on a big screen. Doors open at 6pm and the show plays at 7:30pm. Reserve a free ticket online.