Nglcc September Sip & Pitch: Construction & Architecture Edition

Four days of Austin's queer creative community in full bloom — six feature films from aGLIFF and SXSW Film with red carpets and filmmaker Q&As, plus a free Saturday night of live music, drag, and a queer artisan marketplace at Drinks Backyard. Weekend passes are $50, single film tickets $20, and the Sunday brunch and pool party is $10. The free music and art night needs no ticket.

Austin's queer music and art community takes over Drinks Backyard for a free evening of local musicians, drag performances hosted by Maxine LaQueene, and a marketplace of queer artists and artisans. Part of the larger Big Queer Weekend celebration, this is the kind of event that proves Austin's creative queer scene is thriving — no cover, no tickets, just good music, good people, and art that matters.

Three chambers coming together to celebrate Emancipet's new clinic opening at Levander Loop. Expect a formal ribbon cutting ceremony, guided tours of the facility, networking with community partners and business leaders, and light refreshments. It's the kind of professional gathering that reminds you how Austin's LGBTQ+ business community shows up for each other and the broader city.

The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon brings together LGBTQ+ business owners and allies for great food, real networking, and insights from community leaders and elected officials. Each month features a dynamic speaker connecting small businesses with resources and opportunities to grow. $30 for members, $60 for non-members.

The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is throwing a casual happy hour to celebrate Colton Ashabranner and send him off as he closes out 4½ incredible years on staff. Grab a drink, share memories, and help raise a glass to someone who's been central to building community and championing LGBTQ+ businesses in Austin. No formal program — just good people and a proper goodbye.

National Coming Out Day gets a celebration with purpose — a ribbon cutting for Out of the Closet, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation's thrift store on Guadalupe. Three hours to show up, show support, and be part of a community-driven moment that honors both visibility and the work these organizations do.