Event Spaces in New York City

Saturday nights at Metropolitan get a vinyl-spinning makeover when DJ Reaubert and rotating guests take over happy hour and turn it into a proper living room party. No cover, good drinks, and the kind of neighborhood vibe that makes you...

Frankie Sharp's weekly Saturday night takeover brings rotating guest performers—local queens, vocal artists, and Ru girls—plus a sensual stripper each week. Hosted by Kandy Muse, it's the kind of high-energy dance floor moment that keeps people coming back. Five to...

The backyard garden is the star here — sprawling, tree-lined, and genuinely one of Brooklyn's best outdoor spaces. Sunday afternoons mean burgers and veggie options hitting the grill, rotating DJs spinning all afternoon, and guest drag queens joining Merrie Cherry...

Sunday evening life drawing with a queer twist — grab a drink, sketch one of the rotating guest models, and compete for a bar tab with your best work. Hosted by BrieYOB, it's the kind of low-pressure creative night where...

Sunday night belongs to the service industry crew — a laid-back hospitality night with cheap drink specials, games, and the kind of crowd that actually knows how to have a good time. Bud Light and well shots for $7, selected...

A safe, confidential space to connect with others navigating mental health challenges within the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, identity questions, or just need to be around people who get it, this weekly group offers real support...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people looking to reduce or quit addictive behaviors — alcohol, drugs, gambling, or anything else. Unlike 12-step programs, SMART uses science-based tools and cognitive behavioral techniques to help you build motivation, manage urges,...

Rotating DJs keep the energy moving on Monday nights at Metropolitan, the neighborhood's year-round gathering spot. Cheap drinks ($2 PBR tall boys, $6 PBR/well shots) and no cover make it the easiest excuse to start the week right. Show up...

Build strength and confidence in a space made for you. This weekly martial arts class at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center brings together queer folks of all skill levels for training that's welcoming, judgment-free, and genuinely fun. Whether you're looking...

Garry Hannon brings together some of NYC's sharpest queer comedians for a Tuesday night of stand-up that actually lands. $4 well drinks sweeten the deal. No cover, just laughs.

Miss Katie's weekly karaoke night is the kind of reliably fun Tuesday you actually look forward to — props to amp up your performance, a crowd that gets it, and a $25 bar tab for whoever brings the most spirit...

Get a personal tarot reading from Altaru Tarot at the Pride Center. Whether you're looking for guidance, reflection, or just curious about what the cards might reveal, this is a chance to sit down one-on-one with an experienced reader in...

An intimate evening where LGBTQ+ folks share their own stories—the real, unfiltered moments that shaped who they are. Expect vulnerability, humor, and recognition in a room full of people who get it. These are the conversations that remind you why...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for queer folks in recovery. This is a safe, judgment-free space where LGBTQ+ people can connect with others on the same journey and build community around sobriety. Meetings are open to anyone seeking recovery from...

A weekly space for trans and gender non-conforming adults to connect, share, and support each other. Facilitated by BCPC staff, this group creates a safe environment where you can be yourself, process your experiences, and build community with people who...

A safe space to check in on how you're doing—whether you're in person or joining virtually. This is a chance to connect with others in the community, share what's on your mind, and get support from people who get it....

Drop in for an evening of live figure drawing at the Pride Center. Work from a live model in a welcoming, judgment-free studio space — whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a pencil for the first time. It's...

Metropolitan's Thursday lineup shifts week to week — sometimes it's a DJ set, sometimes live entertainment, sometimes something else entirely. The best way to know what's on is to call ahead or check their socials, but you can count on...

A celebration centered on trans identity, community, and joy at Brooklyn Community Pride Center. This is a space to connect with other trans folks, celebrate who you are, and experience the kind of gathering that centers trans voices and experiences....

A space to pause and connect with others in the community about what's really going on. Whether you're joining in person at the Pride Center or logging in from home, this is a judgment-free hour to share, listen, and be...

A safe space to connect with others navigating mental health challenges within the LGBTQ+ community. This weekly gathering at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center offers peer support, shared experiences, and resources in an affirming environment where you can show up...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people motivated to abstain from addictive behaviors. This weekly meeting at Brooklyn Community Pride Center offers a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ folks and allies to work through recovery together, using a science-based approach...

Monday night pickup basketball for LGBTQ+ players and allies at all skill levels. Show up, get some exercise, and shoot hoops with people who get it — no experience necessary, just bring your energy and sneakers.

Learn martial arts in a space built for queer folks. Whether you're picking up a new skill, getting stronger, or just looking for a welcoming community to train with, this is a judgment-free zone where you can show up as...

Miss Katie hosts an open-mic night for travelers with stories to tell. Bring your best queer travel memory—the disaster, the romance, the unexpected friendship, the moment that changed you—and share it with a room of people who get why those...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for LGBTQ+ folks in recovery. This is a safe, judgment-free space where queer and trans people can connect with others on the same journey, share experiences, and build community around sobriety. Meetings happen every Wednesday...

A weekly gathering for gay men to discuss books, connect with other readers, and build community around shared literary interests. Whether you're a voracious reader or just looking for thoughtful conversation and new friends, this is a welcoming space to...

A weekly space for trans and gender non-conforming adults to connect, share experiences, and support one another in a confidential, affirming environment. Whether you're navigating transition, community, relationships, or just need to be around people who get it—this group meets...

DJ Manila Ice spins an evening devoted to one pop icon at a time—think Aaliyah, Kylie, Xtina, Beyoncé, Janet, Robyn, Mariah, Missy, Peaches, Donna Summer, Carly, Grace Jones, and more. Videos flood the screens, their music owns the night, and...

A weekly space to connect with others, share experiences, and get support from people who understand. Facilitated in a judgment-free environment at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center, this group meets Monday evenings and welcomes anyone navigating mental health challenges, life...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people looking to build a life free from addictive behaviors. This weekly meeting at BCPC brings together folks working toward recovery through evidence-based tools, peer support, and a judgment-free space. Whether you're just...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for LGBTQ+ folks in recovery. This is a safe, judgment-free space where queer people can connect with others on the same path and build community while working toward sobriety. Meetings happen every Wednesday at the...

A monthly fiber crafting circle for masc-identifying artists of all skill levels—whether you're picking up needles for the first time or you've been stitching for years. Show up, work on your project, swap tips with people who get it, and...

A monthly dance night where gender expression is a non-issue and self-expression is the whole point. Dress however feels right to you—glitter on that beard, full drag, whatever—and hit the floor with a rotating lineup of guest performers and hosts....

DJ JK takes the decks for a night of pop, house, hip-hop, and throwbacks — basically everything worth dancing to. Miz Jade "The Queen of Shade" brings the pop-up performances and the attitude. No cover, no pretense, just a Friday...

A weekly gathering for LGBTQ+ folks to share experiences, find support, and connect with others navigating mental health challenges. This is a safe, confidential space where you can show up as you are — no pressure to share if you're...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people looking to recover from addictive behaviors through self-directed change. This Monday night meeting at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center offers a judgment-free space where you can work through recovery at your own...

Monday night hoops at the Pride Center — no tryouts, no drama, just people who want to play. Whether you're there to get a workout in or find your people on the court, it's a straightforward way to be around...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for LGBTQ+ folks in recovery. This is a space where you can show up as your whole self — no judgment, just community and support from people who get it. Meetings happen every Wednesday at...

A creative gathering for music makers to share work, swap ideas, and build community around songwriting and production. Whether you're working on your first track or your hundredth, this is a space to get feedback, find collaborators, and connect with...

Every month, DJ Manila Ice spins a different artist celebration—Madonna one month, Robyn the next, then Grace Jones, Kylie, Beyoncé, Janet, whoever's getting the full treatment that night. Guest performers and hosts rotate in to keep it fresh. It's the...

A safe, confidential space for LGBTQ+ folks to share experiences, process challenges, and connect with others who get it. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, work stress, or just need to be around people who understand — this group meets weekly...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people seeking to recover from addictive behaviors through a science-based, secular approach. This weekly meeting at Brooklyn Community Pride Center offers a supportive space where participants work through tools and strategies at their...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for queer folks in recovery. This is a safe, judgment-free space to connect with others on the same journey and build community around sobriety. Meetings are open to anyone seeking support.

A monthly gathering for letter-writing, reflection, and community connection. QUILTS brings people together to write letters of liberation—to themselves, each other, or the world—in a supportive, creative space. Whether you're processing, dreaming, or simply showing up to be around your...

A safe, confidential space for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, share experiences, and support each other through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, work stress, or just need to be around people who get it — this group meets weekly...

SMART Recovery is a self-empowerment program for people seeking to recover from addictive behaviors through self-directed change. This weekly meeting at Brooklyn Community Pride Center offers a supportive space where LGBTQ+ folks can connect with others on similar journeys, using...

Monday night hoops at the Pride Center — no tryouts, no drama, just people who want to play. Whether you're looking to get a workout in, join a regular crew, or shake off the week, this is the space for...

Get a personal tarot reading from Altaru Tarot at the Pride Center. Whether you're looking for guidance, reflection, or just curious about what the cards have to say, this is a chance to sit down one-on-one with an experienced reader...

A weekly Narcotics Anonymous meeting for LGBTQ+ folks in recovery. This is a space to connect with others on the same path, share experiences, and build community around sobriety. Held Wednesday evenings at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center.

An evening of life drawing with a nude model at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a pencil for the first time, this is a judgment-free space to practice observational drawing, connect with...

A confidential space for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, share, and support each other through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, work stress, or just need to be around people who get it, this group meets weekly to listen without...