LGBTQ+ Writing & Poetry Events

A celebration of Radhika Singh's new book and birthday, held in communion with luminous writer Abeer Hoque. This intimate gathering at Bushwick's beloved queer bookstore brings together community, literature, and joy—the kind of evening where words matter and people show...

Margin Scribes brings together queer and trans writers of color to share work, workshop ideas, and build community around stories that don't always find space in mainstream publishing. This is the kind of room where your voice matters—whether you're reading...

A book launch for a new LGBTQ+ title at Red Eye NY, the queer-owned nightclub and performance space in the heart of NYC. Join the author and community for an evening of reading, conversation, and celebration. No cover charge —...

An intimate evening where LGBTQ+ folks share their own stories—the turning points, the struggles, the joys, the messy real stuff that shapes who we are. This is the kind of space where you actually listen and feel heard, no performance...

A paperback release celebration for a book that clearly matters to people — the kind of launch where you can feel the community behind it. Expect a room full of readers who actually care, live performances, and the chance to...

Bring your work-in-progress and settle in with people who actually get what you're writing about. Hive Mind's Thursday morning coworking session is low-pressure accountability in the best way — you'll have coffee, a room full of queer writers at various...

The Nonbinarian bookstore is hosting the launch of Opting Out, a middle grade graphic novel from celebrated author Maia Kobabe (Gender Queer) and debut author Swati "Lucky" Srikumar. This is a book for anyone who's ever felt like they don't...

A writing space for sapphic, trans, and non-binary folks who want to create, get feedback, and find their people. Whether you're dusting off a project that's been sitting around or looking for the push to start something new, this group...

A theatrical dive into the life and work of Arthur Rimbaud, the queer French poet who burned bright and fast. Expect bold performances that don't shy away from the contradictions—the genius, the rebellion, the raw sexuality that made him legendary....

A bold theatrical dive into the life and work of Arthur Rimbaud, the queer French poet who burned bright and fast. Expect a performance that doesn't just recite his words—it interrogates his radical vision, his sexuality, and the myth he...

A theatrical dive into the life and work of Arthur Rimbaud, the 19th-century French poet who burned bright and fast—and whose radical vision still feels dangerous today. This is the kind of performance that reminds you why queer artists have...

A theatrical dive into the life and work of Arthur Rimbaud, the 19th-century French poet who burned bright and fast. Buddies in Bad Times brings this boundary-pushing figure to life with the kind of bold, queer-centered storytelling the venue is...

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre presents a bold theatrical exploration of the legendary French poet Arthur Rimbaud. This is a chance to experience how queer artists reimagine one of literature's most transgressive voices—expect provocative storytelling, sharp performances, and the kind...

A bold theatrical exploration of the legendary French poet Arthur Rimbaud, brought to life on Buddies' stage. This production dives into Rimbaud's radical life, queer identity, and revolutionary spirit—a perfect match for a venue that's always championed boundary-pushing work centered...

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre presents a bold theatrical exploration of the French poet's life and legacy. This is a chance to experience provocative, artistically rigorous work that centers queer voices and perspectives — exactly what this iconic venue does...

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre presents a bold theatrical exploration of the legendary French poet Arthur Rimbaud—a queer icon whose life and work challenged every boundary of his time. This is the kind of artistically rigorous, boundary-pushing performance the venue...

Monday nights at The Roost are for the people who've got something to say — poets, storytellers, musicians, comedians, whoever wants to get up there and share. It's the kind of open mic where the crowd actually listens, the energy...

Monday nights at The Roost are for people who've got something to say — whether that's a poem you've been working on, a story that needs telling, or just a few minutes under the lights. It's the kind of open...

Monday nights at The Roost are for people who've got something to say — whether that's a poem that's been rattling around in your head, a song you've been working on, or just a story that needs telling. It's the...

Monday nights at The Roost are for anyone with something to say — whether that's a poem, a song, a story, or whatever else you've been working on. It's the kind of low-pressure room where people actually listen, and where...

Monday nights at The Roost are for anyone with something to say — poets, storytellers, comedians, musicians, whoever's got material and the nerve to share it. It's the kind of low-pressure space where you can test out new work, cheer...

Monday nights at The Roost are for people who've got something to say — whether that's a poem that's been living in your head, a song you've been working on, or a story you need to tell. It's the kind...

Monday nights at The Roost are for people who've got something to say — whether that's a poem that's been sitting in your notebook, a song you've been working on, or a story that needs an audience. It's the kind...

Monday nights at The Roost are for people who've got something to say — whether that's a poem that's been rattling around in your head, a story you need to tell, or just five minutes of whatever's on your mind....

A reading group for people who care about LGBTQ+ literature and the conversations it sparks — the kind of Tuesday night where you actually get to talk about books with people who get it. Hosted at Fabulosa Books in the...

A reading group centered on poetry and lived experience, bringing together people ready to sit with hard truths and find power in words. This intimate gathering at Fabulosa Books creates space to hear voices that the world tried to silence...

Joseph Osmundson, author of the award-finalist VIROLOGY, reads from his genre-bending memoir about queer family-making, scientific ethics, and building kinship beyond biology. When a lesbian couple he'd known since college asked him to be their bio-dad and co-parent, Joe thought...

First Wednesday of the month, Eagle Players brings new work to life—playwrights, actors, songwriters, and performance artists reading fresh scripts, trying out new material, and workshopping ideas in front of a room that actually gets it. Writers: bring copies of...

Noel Quiñones reads from his visceral new poetry collection, a portrait of family, identity, and truth in the North Bronx. Through narrative poems and innovative forms inspired by color theory, Orange explores queerness, lies, and finding yourself within chosen and...

Barry Walters, veteran music critic and author, traces LGBTQ+ music's radical journey from the underground dancefloors of the Seventies through the global charts of today. Drawing on decades covering New York and San Francisco's music scenes, Walters examines how queer...

An evening of original music and honest storytelling with Niki Luparelli. This is the kind of show where you get the real thing — no covers, no pretense, just an artist sharing what they actually write and believe in. Saturday...

Pamela Enders brings her singular talent to Club Café's stage for an evening of original material and unfiltered performance. This is live music that doesn't play it safe — expect raw, authentic storytelling and the kind of presence that commands...

Nick Panagiotou brings an evening of original music to Club Café's stage — no covers, just honest songwriting and the kind of performance that reminds you why live music matters. If you're into artists who write their own thing and...

Jonathan Gallegos brings his original material to Club Café's stage for an evening of live comedy and spoken word. No covers, no retreads — just fresh voices and honest storytelling. A chance to catch something real in an intimate setting...

An evening built around Niki Luparelli's commitment to original material and the collaborative spirit of live performance. This is the kind of show where you get to witness an artist who refuses to play it safe, working through new ideas...

Unabridged's Horror Book Club digs into Brian Evenson's unsettling "Song for the Unraveling of the World" — a collection that trades jump scares for psychological dread and existential unease. If you like horror that gets under your skin and stays...

Join the Horror Book Club for an evening diving into Brian Evenson's unsettling "Song for the Unraveling of the World." This is your chance to discuss a master of literary horror with fellow readers who appreciate stories that linger long...

The Queer Book Club digs into Kaveh Akbar's debut novel—a searing, intimate exploration of desire, faith, and identity that's been turning heads since publication. Expect thoughtful discussion with readers who actually show up ready to talk about what the book...

Real stories from real people — OUTspoken is a monthly storytelling night where LGBTQ+ folks share what's on their minds and in their hearts. First Tuesday of every month at 7pm, it's the kind of intimate, honest gathering that reminds...

Two authors bringing their new releases to Dorothy for an evening rooted in why queer spaces matter. Kelly Quindlen and Jen St. Jude explore the through-line of community, belonging, and the venues that hold us — a conversation that feels...

An open mic night where the sapphic community gathers to share poetry, music, and spoken word before the monthly Slam competition heats up. Whether you're performing or just here to cheer people on, it's the kind of intimate, supportive space...

Poetry slam night at The Pearl where you step up to the mic and compete for $50 and bragging rights. Sunday evenings bring out the city's sharpest spoken word artists and first-timers alike — it's the kind of event that...

BookWoman's monthly poetry series brings local voices to the microphone. This month, Allisa Cherry and Lindsey Wayland share their work in an intimate setting at the beloved feminist and LGBTQ+ bookstore. A chance to hear powerful writing, connect with the...

Dive into Kay Chronister's haunting debut with a room full of readers who actually want to talk about it. The Bog Wife is a gothic, queer-centered novel that's been turning heads — this is your chance to unpack it with...