Last year Victoria DePaula (pictured) was crowned Miss Gay DC America – yes, a drag title – and then went on to win the title of Miss Gay America 2009. Now, she’s hoping her successor can do the same at the Miss Gay DC America 2009 Pageant. Destiny B. Childs is one of this official preliminary pageant’s special guests, along with many other familiar D.C. drag names, from Monet Dupree to Kristina Kelly to Linda Carrero. The contest includes more than $5,000 in cash and prizes. Saturday, Aug. 8. Prejudging/Evening Gown at 6 p.m., pageant at 7:30 p.m. Town, 2009 Eighth St. NW. Washington. Cover is $12. Visit www.missgaydcamerica.com.