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As the birthplace of the modern Pride movement, New York City pulses with an unparalleled history and a fiercely diverse LGBTQ+ community that thrives in every borough. Here, queer culture isn't just a scene; it's woven into the very fabric of the city, influencing art, activism, and nightlife on a global scale.

You'll find your chosen family everywhere, from vital community hubs like The Center and the Brooklyn Community Pride Center to legendary nightlife spots. Grab a craft cocktail at VERS, catch a drag show at Rise Bar, or rock out at Rockbar NYC—there's truly a space for every vibe and every identity.

Wellness Wednesdays

Queer Personal Stories

Wednesday Music Video Request

Thee Black Hotties

Dirty Little Secret

Wor$t Rave in America

Shine Saturdays

Euphoria Expo hosted by Mistress Nita

Fade to Black Day Party

Unchained Friendsgiving Dinner

Oral Exam Trivia

Queer Martial Arts

Rope at Rockbar

Intergalactic C*ntressas

Mental Health Check In! (In Person or Virtual)

FFriendly NYC

Tarot Readings with Altaru Tarot

Soiré: for your entertainment

Throwback Party

Foreplay W/ Angela Mansberry

Gorditos

Cuffing Season: A Stoplight Party for the Goths

Diaper Happy Hour

Queer Uno

30 upcoming LGBTQ+ events in New York City, including at Brooklyn Community Pride Center and Albatross Bar from Nov 18 to Dec 2.

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30 upcoming LGBTQ+ events in New York City's vibrant community

Free HIV/STI testing every Wednesday afternoon at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center, brought to you by Project STAY. No ID, no insurance, no problem — just sh...

Brooklyn Community Pride Center

A low-key writing workshop where LGBTQ+ folks gather to uncover and share their stories. Each session uses prompts to spark writing, with 10-minute breaks and t...

Hump Day just got better at Albatross Bar. Request any music video you want and settle in for a night that's equal parts jukebox and community hangout, drawing ...

Albatross Bar

Thee Black Hotties are back with the crew that keeps the energy high — hosted by Harriet Tugsmen and Ms. Ratchet NYC, with Gay4Pay on the decks. Whether you're ...

Rockbar NYC

Dirty Little Secret is your new Friday night obsession at Rockbar NYC. Hosted by the one and only Lita Desire Valenciaga—freshly crowned Mx. Rockbar 2026—this w...

Lita Desire Valenciaga

WOR$T RAVE IN AMERICA hits Brooklyn for its NYC debut — a high-energy night built around pop, hyperpop, electronic music, club classics, and chaotic remixes, ho...

3 Dollar Bill

DJ Xavier Mazara in the Main Room with VJ Paul Leasure or Mikey Mo in the Shine Lounge (DJ &Drew Every 3rd Saturday in the Main Room)!

Rise Bar

Mistress Nita brings her signature energy to this daytime celebration at Brooklyn's premier queer venue. Expect a high-energy atmosphere with performances, comm...

Mistress Nita

Sunday afternoon into evening with DJ Byron James spinning house, classics, and R&B — the kind of day party that actually keeps you dancing from 4pm through 10p...

DJ Byron James

Unchained's Friendsgiving brings together the LGBT+ Caribbean community for an evening of free Caribbean catering, meaningful connection, and collective healing...

Monday nights at Rockbar belong to the smart mouths and the loud ones — Oral Exam Trivia is exactly as chaotic as it sounds. Hosted by Jason Romas, you'll drink...

Jason Romas

Learn Pencak Silat — a Southeast Asian martial art that blends self-defense, breathwork, mindfulness, and dance — in a genuinely inclusive space. Instructors Il...

A new monthly gathering for rope artistry and suspension — Knotty New York brings live demos to Rockbar's newly installed ceiling anchors, one of the few setups...

A wild night of drag performance and dancing at Brooklyn's premier queer nightclub. Intergalactic C*ntressas brings the heat with rotating performers, a packed ...

Short, drop-in mental health sessions designed to meet you where you are — whether you're having a tough day, processing what's happening in the world, or just ...

New York's monthly fisting social for all experience levels — no judgment, no pressure, just people who get it gathering to meet and connect. Whether you're cur...

Leila Olsen of Altaru Tarot offers intimate 30-minute tarot reading sessions at the Brooklyn Pride Center. Whether you're seeking guidance, reflection, or just ...

Leila Olsen

New York native SOIRÉ returns home to celebrate the release of his debut EP, for your entertainment, with a special one-night show at 3 Dollar Bill. Fresh off t...

SOIRÉ

Monthly throwback night hosted by DIJOUN at Rockbar NYC — expect a carefully curated mix of '80s, '90s, and '00s hits that'll have the dance floor packed with p...

Spill the tea… and then some. DIRTY LITTLE SECRET is your new Friday night obsession at Rockbar NYC. Hosted by the one and only Lita Desire Valenciaga—freshly c...

Sexy trivia and shenanigans hosted by Angela Mansberry on the fourth Friday of every month at 8pm. This is the kind of night that mixes brains, laughs, and just...

Angela Mansberry

The last Saturday of every month, Gorditos brings house, hip-hop, and Latin vibes to the dancefloor — hosted by a rotating crew (@nobl3_b3ar, @goodbunnypg, @rea...

Monday nights at Rockbar belong to the smart mouths and the trash talkers — Oral Exam Trivia is the loud, chaotic, questionably educational tradition that's bec...

A stoplight-themed party where your outfit color signals your relationship status — red for taken, yellow for complicated, green for single. Perfect for goths l...

BOYFRIEND co-op café + bar

Learn Pencak Silat—a Southeast Asian martial art that blends self-defense, breathwork, mindfulness, and dance—in a genuinely inclusive space. Instructors Ilana ...

The first Tuesday of every month, the ABDL community gathers at Rockbar for Diaper Happy Hour — a judgment-free space to connect with people who get it, swap st...

A laid-back game night where the queer community gathers to play Uno, sip cocktails, and enjoy each other's company. Perfect for a Tuesday evening out — no comp...

Drop-in mental health sessions designed for you to get support when you need it most. Whether you're navigating a tough day, processing the current moment, or j...

Gay & LGBTQ+ Events in New York City

Wed

Wellness Wednesdays

Queer Personal Stories

Wednesday Music Video Request

Thu

Thee Black Hotties

Fri

Dirty Little Secret

Wor$t Rave in America

Sat

Shine Saturdays

Sun

Euphoria Expo hosted by Mistress Nita

Fade to Black Day Party

Mon

Unchained Friendsgiving Dinner

Oral Exam Trivia

Tue

Queer Martial Arts

Rope at Rockbar

Intergalactic C*ntressas

Wed

Mental Health Check In! (In Person or Virtual)

Wellness Wednesdays

FFriendly NYC

Tarot Readings with Altaru Tarot

Soiré: for your entertainment

Thu

Throwback Party

Fri

Dirty Little Secret

Foreplay W/ Angela Mansberry

Sat

Gorditos

Shine Saturdays

Mon

Oral Exam Trivia

Cuffing Season: A Stoplight Party for the Goths

Tue

Queer Martial Arts

Diaper Happy Hour

Queer Uno

Wed

Mental Health Check In! (In Person or Virtual)