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LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center

A weekly drop-in space for LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-18 at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in Astoria. Every Friday afternoon, teens find their people through video games, board games, art supplies, themed activities, and real talk. Whether it's a seasonal celebration, Pride parade sign-making, or a relaxed hangout, this is a safe, affirming community where you can be yourself with no pressure and no agenda. Drop in anytime between 4pm and 6pm.

Community Focused

Red Eye NY

An hour of clothing-optional Vinyasa Flow with instructor John at Red Eye NY's intimate studio space. A judgment-free, welcoming queer community setting to move, breathe, and connect with your body — the perfect grounding practice to reset before the week (or weekend) takes over. $20 per class, or grab a 5-class pass for $75 or 10-class pass for $125, cash at the door.

Game Night

LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center

Friday Night Out is the in-person hangout for LGBTQ+ youth and their friends in Queens, and this week it's a tabletop games night. Cast spells and fight bad guys over Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, no experience needed, just bring your best villain laugh. It runs 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in New York City.

Intimate Setting

Hive Mind Books & Coffee Shop

New Moon Circle at Hive Mind Books in Bushwick is a magical gathering for moon-loving queer folks, held in the bookstore's café among the borough's largest queer and trans literature shelves. Bring your curiosity, your favorite crystal, or just yourself and settle into a cozy circle as the new moon rises. It's a calm, intimate way to kick off a Friday evening in Brooklyn.

Trans

Brooklyn Community Pride Center

TGNC Swim Night is the monthly swim night at the Brooklyn Pride Center in Crown Heights, built for trans and gender non-conforming folks to connect and swim as their authentic selves. Start with a social hour from 7 to 8pm inside the center, then head upstairs to the pool from 8 to 9pm, with the pool closed to public visitors for the night. All gender changing rooms are available, and you can wear whatever swimwear feels best to you. RSVP is required to keep capacity and comfort right.

Viewing Party

HUSH

Catch RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 8 at HUSH in Hell's Kitchen every Friday night, hosted by Bianca Star. It's the weekly viewing party where the whole room gasps at every lip sync and screams at every tuck. The party runs 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, so you'll get a front-row seat for the drama.