Join Us for an unforgettable weekend of Family Building, education, community, and celebration!
Families Out Loud- DC is a celebration and support network for anyone navigating the journey to parenthood including singles and couples looking or needing to build their families through egg donation & surrogacy, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, single parents by choice, those struggling with infertility, & everyone in between. We create inclusive, empowering spaces where all families—regardless of identity, orientation, or background—can find expert guidance, heartfelt connection, and joyful community. Whether you’re exploring surrogacy, egg donation, or other family-building options, this event provides a welcoming and informative space to learn, connect, and celebrate.
Educational Panels – Hear from leading experts in fertility, surrogacy, egg donation, legal, and financial planning.
Inspiring Stories – Personal journeys from parents who’ve navigated the path to parenthood through IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy.
Mix & Mingle with Current Parents – Connect with parents who have gone through the journey themselves and hear their firsthand experiences.
Networking Opportunities – Meet and connect with surrogacy and egg donor agencies, clinics, and other family-building partners and resources.
On-Site Sponsors & Partners – Discover providers, services, and resources specifically designed to support future parents and their growing families.
Exclusive Drag Show Celebration – A vibrant evening of entertainment featuring world-class drag performers from RuPaul's Drag Race, bringing joy and community together in a celebratory space.
Meet & Greet Experiences – VIP opportunities to meet the queens and special guests.
6:00 PM- Check In/Registration
6:00 - 8:00 PM- Families Out Loud-DC Kickoff & Cocktail Party
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11:00 AM -4:00 PM- Family Building Panel & Partner Expo
Family Building Panel Discussions Part I: Getting Started: Building Your Family with Confidence
Topics Include:
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Starting Your Family Building Journey
Choosing a Fertility Clinic
Choosing Your Egg Donor
Choosing Your Surrogate – What to Ask, What to Know
Lunch *Included with ticket
+ Family Building Partner Interactive Expo
Family Building Panel Discussions Part II: Building the Framework: Legal & Financial Planning
Topics Include:
Understanding Surrogacy Insurance & Escrow
Choosing Your Attorney
Financial Planning for Your Journey
Wrap-Up + Final Q&A
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10:30 PM- Families Out Loud Drag Show featuring top RuPaul’s Drag Race Queens.
**VIP Meet & Greet for VIP ticket holders will be held starting at 9:00 PM.*
Know someone who’s dreaming of starting a family? We’d love your help in spreading the word by inviting friends, colleagues, or anyone in your network who is thinking about starting a family to the event! Feel free to share event details to help others take their first steps toward parenthood. Let’s grow and uplift our families together—your voice could help open doors for future families! Thank you for the support!
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Families Out Loud is a celebration and support network for anyone navigating the journey to parenthood. We create inclusive, empowering spaces where all families—regardless of identity, orientation, or background—can find expert guidance, heartfelt connection, and joyful community. Through dynamic events that blend education with celebration, we aim to break down barriers, amplify diverse family stories, and make the path to parenthood accessible, informed, and full of pride. Be sure to follow Families Out Loud on Instagram and Facebook to stay connected!
Reserve your spot today and join us in DC to be part of this extraordinary celebration of love, family, and community!
Questions? Email info@familiesoutloudevents.com