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Blind Match — a matchmaking app bringing back real in person dating — is coming to New York City to film Make Your Move, a WLW dating segment.
One lead. Five women competing for a date with her. Each person gets 5 minutes to make a lasting impression — however they choose. Two rounds. One real date at the end.
Filming: August 16th, NYC WLW only | 21+ | Must be single and based in NYC Free to participate | Filmed for YouTube and TikTok
9:30am |🚶🏾🌈 BIPOC Queer Community Walk Start your morning with fresh air, movement, and community at this BIPOC Queer Walk. Meet fellow queer folks for a relaxed 20-minute group walk from the Bed-Stuy YMCA to Seed’s Co-Lab, a welcoming co-working space where you can continue connecting after the walk. | Bed-Stuy YMCA, Bed-Stuy→→→
4pm | OOO : OUT OF OFFICE Please accept this invite to The Bush’s Summer Friday’s team-building series for corporate baddies on WFH szn 💻. Get OFF your Zoom, ON the dance floor. | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
6:45pm | Intimate F[r]agments Bushwick: The t4t Smut Open Mic A space for trans and queer people to share their poetry or prose on the themes of love, lust, heartbreak or transness. Readers have 5-7 minutes at the mic, come at 6:30 for signups! 18+. | Hive Mind Books, Bushwick→→→
7pm | FRIZZLED: A Magic School Bus Musical Parody A wild, nostalgic coming-of-age musical blasting the kids you know and love into outrageous and very grown up scenarios with their favorite frizzy-haired teacher. Join the kids from Walkerville High as they take one last ride on that big yellow bus! | Culture Lab LIC, Long Island City→→→
7:30pm | She Ate: Drag Dinner Show SHE ATE! is a free weekly drag dinner show every Friday at Branded Saloon in Brooklyn — hosted by Giardia The Parasite with a new special guest each week, plus a full dinner menu and cocktails. | Branded Saloon, Prospect Heights→→→
8pm | Chaotic Sapphic Singles Party Single? Sapphic? Tired of the apps?? Come party & meet sapphic singles IRL! Chaotic Singles Party is taking over Eastpoint and filling it with sapphic singles. Drink specials, icebreaker games, sapphic singles only! | Eastpoint, East Village→→→
8pm | LEO SEASON Let’s celebrate all our favourite Leos!Drink specials, tarot reading, and immaculate vibes because Leos. And… show us that you are a Leo to get special drink discounts! | Wilka’s, East Village→→→
9pm | Not Your Boyfriends Bingo Get ready for a night of laughs, lucky numbers, and cash prizes at Not Your Boyfriends Bingo! Join hosts Olive and Essa Noche for one final celebration as Boyfriend Co-op closes out its dive bar era. Play bingo for a chance to win cash, soak up the divey vibes, and spend the evening with a fun, welcoming queer community. Don’t miss this last chance to celebrate before the chapter ends! 💵🎱✨ | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick→→→
10pm | Shore Thing An electronic, genre-bending night awaits you down at Shore Thing – where the bass meets the beach. Ride the wave of SPENCER BROWN bringing his signature blend of deep, melodic house and progressive rhythms, pulling you under with deep grooves, glowing builds, and wave-after-wave of energy. | House of Yes, Bushwick→→→
10:30pm | FRIGID Nightcap Presents: FUTURE TENSE FRIGID Nightcap returns to Under St. Marks with FUTURE TENSE, a late-night variety show about the culture war over what comes next. Comedy, drag, burlesque, theater, performance art, The Strange Girlzz, and Nightcap OpenStage collide in NYC’s weirdest and wildest basement variety show. | Under St. Marks Theater, East Village →→→
Note: The above events are based on available information and are subject to change. Please verify details.
August ☀️🌈
Beloved cult comedy show, Dyketopia, is back at Union Hall for a raucous night of jokes from NYC’s most iconic queer and trans comedians. Strap on your birkenstocks and join Lee Robinson & Kate McLachlan for night of homosexual merriment. All are welcome, except terfs!
12pm | Drag Me to Bingo: Drag Bingo Brunch Join us every Saturday at Dirty French for Drag Me To Bingo, a hilarious and fun drag bingo brunch hosted by a rotating cast of queens (8/1 is Essa Noche & Hanukah Lewinsky). Win fun prizes and enjoy perfomaces from our hilarious queens while enjoying Dirty French’s delectable brunch! | Dirty French, Lower East Side→→→
12pm | Queer Picnic in the Park Whether you’re new to NYC, looking for queer friends, or just want to spend a relaxing afternoon outside, come hang out! Come solo or bring a friend. Bring your own snacks, a blanket, and anything you’d like to share (completely optional). 🌈 | Prospect Park Long Meadow, Prospect Park→→→
2pm | About To Bust Comedy Festival Holmes and Disco Nap present a new summer comedy festival for laughter, connection, and catharsis. Festival-goers can expect a killer multi-stage lineup of legends who paved the way, breakout stars at the top of their game, and brilliant newcomers who are the future of comedy in a combination of stand-up, sketch, improv, and more. | Brooklyn Roots &n SILO, Bushwick→→→
2pm & 7pm | SAPPHEST V NYC’s Premier Sapphic Playwriting Competition & Play Festival. The festival features seven original 10-minute plays by this year’s winning sapphic playwrights, brought to life by NYC’s hottest sapphic directors and actors. | Brooklyn Art Haus, Williamsburg→→→
3pm & 7pm | FRIZZLED: A Magic School Bus Musical Parody A wild, nostalgic coming-of-age musical blasting the kids you know and love into outrageous and very grown up scenarios with their favorite frizzy-haired teacher. Join the kids from Walkerville High as they take one last ride on that big yellow bus! 🚍 | Culture Lab LIC, Long Island City→→→
8pm | AFTER DARK Step into After Dark, an upscale LGBTQIA+ dance party designed for a confident and diverse crowd. Dance the night away with music from DJ Lena and DJ Lady Star, enjoy handcrafted cocktails and bar bites, and connect with the community in an intimate late-night atmosphere. Whether you’re coming to dance, mingle, or simply enjoy the vibes, this is the perfect Saturday night out. | Don’t Tell Liv,The Waterfront→→→
10pm | LESBOTOMY: GOTHABILLY NIGHT A monthly queer event centering alt/goth sapphics. A queer event that centers alternative/goth sapphics, Lesbotomy seeks to bridge the gaps between the alt/goth and queer nightlife communities to celebrate our intersecting identities and shared values. 🖤| Talon Bar, Bushwick→→→
Sunday, August 2
12pm | Queer Konpa: Beach Day ☀️ Come lay in the sun, mingle with others and enjoy the sounds of Konpa at the beach. Bring your own everything — beach chair, umbrella, water, snacks, sunscreen, towels, blankets, electrolytes. RSVP Required, 18+ | The People’s Beach at Jacob Riis Park, Rockaway Park→→→
1pm | FROOT HOOPS AUGUST 2ND MEETUP AUGUST IS HEREEE 🤣‼️🦋🏀 Summer might be winding down, but we’re just getting started. Come through for an afternoon of hoops, good vibes, and community before tournament season rolls around this fall.⛹️ Bring a basketball, a speaker, and a friend—or come solo and make some new ones. | Tompkins Square Park, East Village→→→
1pm | Queer Knit Club 🧶 Stitch, crochet, weave, or simply hang out with fellow fiber art lovers at Queer Knit Club! Whether you’re a seasoned maker or picking up your first project, this welcoming community gathering is open to all skill levels, fiber arts, and allies. Bring your current project, meet new friends, and enjoy a cozy afternoon of creativity. | Principles Coffee House, Gowanus→→→
2pm | Dyke Mic Workshop: Crown Heights Send-off After three beautiful years of community, creativity, and connection, it’s time to say goodbye to the home that has hosted so many unforgettable moments. 💛 Join us for one final workshop and tea party as we celebrate Jess and Cait, the space they’ve lovingly shared, and the community we’ve built together before they begin their next chapter. | RSVP, Crown Heights→→→
2pm & 4pm | SAPPHEST V NYC’s Premier Sapphic Playwriting Competition & Play Festival. The festival features seven original 10-minute plays by this year’s winning sapphic playwrights, brought to life by NYC’s hottest sapphic directors and actors. | Brooklyn Art Haus, Williamsburg→→→
3pm | FRIZZLED: A Magic School Bus Musical Parody A wild, nostalgic coming-of-age musical blasting the kids you know and love into outrageous and very grown up scenarios with their favorite frizzy-haired teacher. Join the kids from Walkerville High as they take one last ride on that big yellow bus!🚍 | Culture Lab LIC, Long Island City→→→
7pm | Beginners Waacking Workshop with Disco Punk Learn the fundamentals of waacking in this beginner-friendly, donation-based workshop led by Disco Punk. Open to all levels and queer bodies, this supportive class explores both the movement and queer history of waacking in a judgment-free space. Wear comfy shoes and clothes, and stick around afterward for Latin Night from 9 PM–1 AM! | Henrietta Hudson, West Village→→→
7pm | QUEER ROPE SOCIAL Queer Rope Social returns to Manhattan on August 2! Join this welcoming monthly rope jam hosted by (@parkerropeboi) and the QRS team. Whether you’re new to shibari or experienced, all skill levels are welcome to learn, practice, and connect with the queer community. | WOW Café Theatre, Greenwich Village→→→
8pm | Stand Up Comedy Show New bar and theater in Bushwick. Watch a very funny show with some of Alphabet City Laughs’ funniest comics. Bar is open 🥂21+. | House of Nancy, Bushwick→→→
Monday, August 3
6:30pm | Good Normal Show No Gimmick A completely free, no-frills monthly show with lineups of some of the best comics in New York. Hosted at Easy Lover in Williamsburg, the show promises a diverse lineup of top notch standup comedy- and no other nonsense! Catch Amanda Gordon, Matty Haverty, Juno Men, Jer Block, Danya Trommer, Calvin Cato, and Hayden Arrington. | Easy Lover, Williamsburg→→→
7pm | Queer Speed Dating Uno We’re doing something a little silly again! We’re going to have groups of four play, then shift every 15-20 minutes. You’ll leave your hand with your seat, so be careful about your moves! It should make for some chaotic games. You’ll have ~20 minutes to make a connection with your group! And to win the game. 🌈 | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick→→→
8pm | MONDAY EXHALE – A Weekly Journaling Circle for QTBIPOC Free weekly virtual journaling circle for QTBIPOC. No agenda. Nothing to get right. Just a consistent space to reconnect with yourself and others at the end of the day. Structure: Grounding and check-in, journal in silence to a suggested prompt (or your own) and close with an optional moment to share. | Zoom, Online→→→
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
7pm | Queer Uno Night Play uno, make some friends, maybe some enemies, maybe lovers…. The night holds so many possibilities! Social with tons of uno decks and competitive spirit. Great burgers, queer company, what more can you ask for? | Bareburger, Hell’s Kitchen→→→
7pm | Ginger’s Legendary Trivia Cheers 🍻🍻 Trivia is back August 4th, 2026, from 7 PM and every first Tuesday of the month. 💚 | Ginger’s Bar, Park Slope→→→
8pm | PERFUME: A Queer Monthly Reading Series Join PERFUME, a queer monthly reading series hosted by Ariél Martínez, for an evening of poetry, storytelling, and performance celebrating queer voices. This month’s lineup features Hugh Ryan, Sabrina Imbler, Aurora Mattia, and Bobuq Sayed. Come grab a drink, settle in, and experience an intimate night of readings, nostalgia, and community at one of Brooklyn’s favorite queer bars. | Metropolitan Bar. Williamsburg→→→
Wednesday, August 5
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
6pm | Fem Flow: Temple After Dark Awaken your appetite for pleasure! Fem Flow is a feral feminine embodiment practice designed to reconnect you with your sensuality. Fem Flow is a unique blend of yoga, dance, somatic breathwork, and archetypal storytelling. | Reforester’s Laboratory, Williamsburg→→→
Thursday, August 6
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
6pm | Lezreadit Sapphic Sports Romance Book Club hosted at Wilka’s on the first Thursday of the month! 📗 | Wilka’s, SoHo→→→
9pm | Futch Report: Shirley’s Temple X Join us for a free night of queer stand-up comedy featuring a stacked lineup of hilarious performers. Hosted by Scout Smith and Sophie Stringer, this show brings together some of Brooklyn’s funniest comedians for an evening of laughs in one of the city’s favorite neighborhood venues. | Pete’s Candy Store, Williamsburg→→→
10pm | H0NEYM00N A new FLINTA* party in NYC centering queer/trans DJs. Featuring influences of Bass, Tech House, Drill, Footwork, Ballroom, and Bhangra. | H0L0, Ridgewood→→→
Friday, August 7
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
6pm | Siren Songs In Greek mythology, sirens lured sailors with irresistible songs. Around here, the only thing we’re luring you into is a karaoke queue, a packed dance floor, and a room full of queer women. | Starr Bar, Bushwick→→→
7pm | Restorative Yoga + Sound Bath 🧘🏽♀️✨ A restorative yoga and sound bath session created for queer womxn to relax, reconnect, and feel supported in community. 🌿 | Upsoul Cente, Chelsea→→→
10pm | Pearl Diver NYC Presents: Queer Prom Pearl Diver NYC is hosting our first ever QUEER PROM! There will be there drag, burlesque, go go dancers, music, and dare we say a prom court 👑 Come in your best prom attire to be crowned! | Wandering Barman, East Williamsburg→→→
[Move to Sept 18]10pm | SKATEPARK AFTER DARK Pride was such a hit that we’re bringing it back for Round 2! 🥂✨ Get ready for another unforgettable night with unlimited drinks all night long, great music, and an incredible crowd. Whether you joined us for Pride or you’re coming for the first time, this is your chance to keep the celebration going. | Substance Skatepark, Bushwick→→→
10pm | The FreaQ Show This queer WLW pop-up strip club experience features QTBIPOC dancers, captivating sideshow performances, and an unforgettable night of entertainment, music, and community. | The Bush, Bushwick→→→
Saturday, August 8
10am | August Women’s Fun Run by Front Runners New York Join FRNY for a relaxed, welcoming run designed to bring women together — all paces, all experience levels. Optional ag drop at 9:45 AM at Rutgers (236 W 73rd) on the fifth floor. Please also join us here for bagels after the fun run! Meet at 10:00 AM across from the Daniel Webster statue (72nd Transverse & West Drive in Central Park) Please also join us for bagels after the fun run! | Central Park (across from Daniel Webster Statue), Central Park→→→
10am | BIPOC POLY BEACH DAY Join NYCBIPOC for a relaxing day at the beach with the BIPOC ethically non-monogamous (ENM) and polyamorous community! Spend the day connecting with new people, enjoying the sun, and building community in a welcoming, affirming space. Bring your beach essentials, snacks, games, and good vibes. | Orchard Beach Park, Pelham Bay→→→
12pm | LezVolley The event is women-focused but anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+ (with the exception of cis-men) is welcome to join and play, including (but not limited to) non-binary individuals, trans women and trans men. With 30 teams and a crowd gathering thousands of people, the LezVolley weekend is the most popular annual LGBTQ+ and non-binary event. | Cherry Grove, Fire Island→→→
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
4pm | Tension/Release Radio: Open Air An evening of art and music featuring watercolor art therapy by Gabrielle Benak, with sets from treesunstars, DJ girlcrush, Kristen London, EMZ!, masha latte, COVE, Cow Tools, and a sunset closing by 1ol1v1a and R-DNA. | Honey’s, Bushwick→→→
9pm | Flow & Guaguanco A queer centric afro latin dance social that will play salsa, bachata, cumbia, merengue and disco/hustle for dance minded community members. | CDC Studios, LIC→→→
10pm | Dyketopia & Friends Beloved cult comedy show, Dyketopia, is back in Brooklyn for pride! Strap on your Birkenstocks and join Lee Robinson & Kate McLachlan for a dazzling night of queer & trans stand-up comedy. | Union Hall, Park Slope→→→
Sunday, August 9
12pm | LAV Crush August Surf Meet Join LAV Crush for a welcoming community surf session designed for dolls, dykes, and non-binary people. Whether you’re new to surfing or have years of experience, everyone is invited to paddle out together in a safe and supportive space. Each session begins with an optional free demo covering water safety, surf etiquette, paddling, and pop-up techniques. Board rentals are available for $5/hour through Surfboard Tribe, and discount codes are available via DM. | Rockaway Beach, Arvene→→→
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
3pm | Sapphic Carabiner Workshop This workshop invites you to chat, create, flirt, barter-and-trade, up-cycle and have fun. Bring all of your miscellaneous findings and learn the fundamentals of jewelry making and up-cycling to create the dream carabiner or bag charm. | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick→→→
3pm | Sapphic Sunday No cover! All day happy hour, flash tattoos, and tooth gems. | Donna, West Village→→→
3pm | FREE FOR ALL Celebrate Free for All, a laid-back afternoon of creativity, community, and connection! 🌿 Join PinkHQuse for an open mic, collage-making, food, and drinks as they celebrate Quinn’s birthday. Whether you’re creating art, sharing your talents, or simply hanging out, everyone is welcome to stop by and enjoy the fun. | South Oxford Space Garden Studio, Fort Greene→→→
7pm | Love Island: Sapphic Edition Your favorite challenges, the heart rate, the kissing challenge, all live and in personwith some of NYC’s sexiest singles looking to find love. And you’re in control. Watch the couples compete for a cash prize, and you pick the winner. Grab your ticket and step into the Villa. | 3 Dollar Bill, Williamsburg→→→
10am | August Women’s Fun Run by Front Runners New York Join FRNY for a relaxed, welcoming run designed to bring women together — all paces, all experience levels. Optional ag drop at 9:45 AM at Rutgers (236 W 73rd) on the fifth floor. Please also join us here for bagels after the fun run! Meet at 10:00 AM across from the Daniel Webster statue (72nd Transverse & West Drive in Central Park) Please also join us for bagels after the fun run! | Central Park (across from Daniel Webster Statue), Central Park→→→
Monday, August 10
2pm | “Boys! Men!” Art Exhibition – Works by Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper “Boys! Men!” brings together the work of artists Matthew Van Alstyne and Michael Alexander Pio Harper, whose distinct practices examine the construction and performance of gay male identity through representations of the body, selfhood, and the social forces that shape contemporary queer experience. | New York Art Culture – 17 Essex St, LES→→→
3pm | Sapphic Screenings: I KISSED A GIRL Watch Party 🎬 Welcome to the very first Sapphic Screenings – our new monthly queer movie/show night! For our kickoff, we’re watching I Kissed a Girl. Missing Love Island? Going through reality TV withdrawals? This is basically the UK lesbian version, so come get hooked 🫶. | Sugar Mouse NYC, East Village→→→
5pm | Goth Sapphic Social: Singles Mixer! A mixer for all the batties looking to connect with other batties! A much more relaxed spin-off event for those looking for a more intimate environment to meet and connect with goth/alternative sapphics. SPECIAL EDITION specifically for the single batties! | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick→→→
7pm | A Theatrical Journey. Underneath the Lintel in New York: One Night. One Mystery On Monday, August 10, 2026, Underneath the Lintel, the internationally acclaimed one-person play by Glen Berger, returns to New York for a one-night-only performance. Centered on a library book returned 133 years overdue, the play unfolds into a captivating mystery that spans centuries, exploring obsession, identity, and belief. | UNDER St. Marks, East Village→→→
7pm | Sapphic Screenings: I KISSED A GIRL Watch Party 🎬 Welcome to the very first Sapphic Screenings – our new monthly queer movie/show night! For our kickoff, we’re watching I Kissed a Girl. Missing Love Island? Going through reality TV withdrawals? This is basically the UK lesbian version, so come get hooked 🫶. | Sugar Mouse, East Village→→→
8pm | MONDAY EXHALE – A Weekly Journaling Circle for QTBIPOC Free weekly virtual journaling circle for QTBIPOC. No agenda. Nothing to get right. Just a consistent space to reconnect with yourself and others at the end of the day. Structure: Grounding and check-in, journal in silence to a suggested prompt (or your own) and close with an optional moment to share. | Zoom, Online→→→
6:30pm | SUGAR, WE’RE HOEIN DOWN Y’allternative Rodeo returns for a night of line dancing to your favorite emo, alternative, and pop-punk hits! 🤠🎸 New to line dancing? No worries—we’ll teach you! Arrive early for beginner-friendly lessons and easy dances before the party gets going. Plus, help us celebrate our Leo season birthdays! 🦁🎉 | 3Dollar Bill, Williamsburg→→→
7pm | CRUX LGBTQ Climbing Join CRUX Climbing for our twice-monthly LGBTQIA+ indoor rock climbs in Harlem. All experience levels welcome | Movement Harlem, Central Harlem→→→
Wednesday, August 12
7pm | Queer Window The nation’s premier LGBTQ+ sketch team puts the CAMP in summer camp! Featured in NY Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, DC Sketchfest, Vulture, and more. Gays, theys, and bi wifeguys encouraged to attend, but all are welcome! Wear your best CAMP attire! ⛺ | UCB Mainstage (Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre), East Village→→→
7:30pm | Nancy: A Queer Comedy Show (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday) NY Ridgewood’s only alt comedy show featuring stand-up, improv, viral creators, and TV favorites. Expect everything from sharp, alternative stand-up to improv that actually makes you laugh😆, plus surprise drop-ins from your favorite online creators and TV personalities. | Nancy’s Ridgewood→→→
Thursday, August 13
6:30pm | Queerly Beloveds Meditation in the Park Join us under the trees and by the river for a meditation with community. Free, ✨ Rain or Shine- at Socrates Park (Astoria). | Socrates Park, Astoria→→→
7pm | Dear Baby Queer A night of community, personal writing, and building a living archive of letters to our younger queer selves Come together for a night of community reflection and creative personal writing. We’ll play with time-travel, stream of consciousness, reflective practice, and dialogue. | Hive Mind Books, Bushwick→→→
Friday, August 14
4pm | OOO : OUT OF OFFICE Please accept this invite to The Bush’s Summer Friday’s team-building series for corporate baddies on WFH szn 💻. Get OFF your Zoom, ON the dance floor. | The Bush, Bushwick→→→
6:30pm | Queer Science on Tap Join Queer Science on Tap at Henrietta Hudson from 6:30–8:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM). Enjoy community-friendly science talks—no prior science background needed. Happy hour runs until 8:00 PM. Capacity is limited to 120 guests, so arrive early! | Henrietta Hudson, West Village→→→
7pm | LPG FEMME FATAL We gave the mascs their spotlight, now it’s time for Femme Fatale. We’re bringing the hottest Fems together to see who can take the crown as Lez Get Physical Champion. | 9 Bob Note, East Williamsburg→→→
10pm | Futch LA + NYC… Let’s make August even hotter than it’s already gonna be 🥵💅🏼💋! Mark your cals & get your tickets now! 🔗 | House of Yes, Bushwick→→→
10pm | Hot Gurlz Got Pride A pop-up strip club fundraiser for the Trans Justice Fund. | The Atrium, Greenwich Village→→→
Saturday, August 15
12pm | Flame Con The world’s largest and longest-running LGBTQ+ pop culture and comic book convention. Featuring a two-day comics, arts and entertainment expo, showcasing creators and special guests from all corners of the LGBTQ fandom. | Mariott Marquis Times Square, Times Square→→→
1pm | QUEER FEER Turns 2! IT’S BEEN 2 WHOLE YEARS OF QFRC? Come celebrate our 2nd birthday with us!!! A beautiful afternoon of good hangs, drinks, pool, feet pics (you’ll see…), and cake. Cheers to Sexy Saturdays and Wedneslays forever! | Ray’s, Lower East Side→→→
3pm | Arm Wrestling: A Sapphic Fundraiser Spectacular Flex your strength for a great cause at this sapphic fundraiser benefiting the Alice Austen House! Sign up at the door to compete in the arm wrestling tournament (first come, first served), strike a pose with aura photography, enter raffle basket giveaways, and enjoy music from DJ Jeans. Grab a drink, cheer on competitors, and support a community fundraiser packed with fun and friendly competition. | Blazers Sports Bar, Williamsburg→→→
5pm | Gotham Roller Derby If you’ve not had an opportunity to catch a Gotham Roller Derby match, now is your time! I promise it’s a blast and well worth the ticket price to watch these folks pull up in their skate boots. It’s part sport, part theatrics, and every bit queer joy. 🌈🥳 | LeFrak Center at Lakeside→→→
5pm | LAV Crush Surf Meet + Dark DJs Catch waves before sunset and enjoy an evening featuring Dark DJs. Meet fellow surfers, build community, and enjoy music after your surf session. Board rentals are available for $5/hour, with discount codes available by messaging LAV Crush. 🏄♂️ | Rockaway Beach, Arvene→→→
9pm | Switch n’ Play presents: Filth IV Wanna get dirty? Well, toughen up your iron tummies because legendary drag and burlesque collective Switch n’ Play is returning to Coney Island to present our fourth installment of FILTH: a night of lascivious acts. Join us for a nasty night of wretch and raunch with raucous, weird, and wild performances from the full collective and our special guests. | Coney Island USA, Coney Island→→→
Sunday, August 16
10am | Make Your Move One lead. Five women competing for a date with her. Make Your Move is a filmed WLW dating experience coming to NYC on August 16th — two rounds, one real date at the end. | TBD, Manhattan
10am | Sapphic Craft Club @ Central Park! Join us on August 16 for a cozy, low-key morning of crafting and connection with fellow sapphics! Bring your favorite craft, invite a friend, and enjoy a relaxing space filled with creativity and good vibes. I’ll be there around 9:45 AM setting up, so feel free to come a little early to say hi. We can’t wait to craft with you! 💕 | Southwest Central Park, Central Park→→→
12pm | Flame Con The world’s largest and longest-running LGBTQ+ pop culture and comic book convention. Featuring a two-day comics, arts and entertainment expo, showcasing creators and special guests from all corners of the LGBTQ fandom. | Mariott Marquis Times Square, Times Square→→→
12pm | Queer Women’s Summer Volleyball All skill levels are welcome—come solo or with friends, enjoy fun rotations in a relaxed, social atmosphere, and connect with LGBTQIA+ women, including lesbian, sapphic, queer, and trans women, as well as sapphic-aligned non-binary folks. 💛 ✨ | Hunter’s Point South Park, LIC→→→
6:30pm | Verse4Verse: Drag + Poetry Verse4Verse is New York’s only drag poetry show! This month, the theme is COMEDY, with comedic poetry and standup comedy. | DADA, Ridgewood→→→
7pm | Love, Reggae Join us for an intentional vinyl listening session exploring reggae’s journey through Roots Reggae, Dub, Lovers Rock, and its lasting influence on modern music. Led by our resident DJ Chan Chan alongside Xéynamay, we’ll explore the sounds, stories, and artists that shaped reggae and the genres it inspired. | Moondog HiFi, Bushwick→→→
Tuesday, August 18
7pm | Queer Uno Night Play uno, make some friends, maybe some enemies, maybe lovers…. The night holds so many possibilities! Social with tons of uno decks and competitive spirit. Great burgers, queer company, what more can you ask for? | Bareburger, Hell’s Kitchen→→→
7pm | CRUSH 🍑 Queer Rooftop Joy Join us for queer joy with a view.We’ll be gathering on a gorgeous Manhattan rooftop as the season peaks. Whether you’re curious, label-free,or proudly out and about…if you feel queer,you’re welcome here. | Untitled NYC, LES→→→
7pm | Sizzling Singles @ Ginger’s Bar Come see 4 LGBTQ comics tell their best jokes to win a date! | Ginger’s Bar, Park Slope→→→
7pm | The Bush: Queer Figure Drawing Join us for a Queer Figure Drawing session at The Bush in Bushwick. All supplies, a host and model are included! One drink minimum. | The Bush, Buswhick→→→
7pm | WCWW Before you swipe right again… bring your friend to Ligaw instead. Maybe they’re looking for love. Maybe they’re looking for their next best friend. Maybe they’re just looking for someone who also hates dating apps. Either way, we’ll provide the drinks, the introductions, and a little bit of courage. | Ligaw, Lower East Side→→→
8pm | QUEER POOL HOTTIES Once again we are calling all girls, gays and theys who love playing pool and don’t have a competitive bone in their body!!! This is the event for you! Come meet some new friends or lovers, get better at pool, and have a silly old gay time 🎱🩷✨. | Sugar Mouse NYC, East Village→→→
Thursday, August 20
6:30pm | Maxxine’s Craft Club: Summer Free-For-All 🎨✨ Hi friends! We miss y’all way too much, so we couldn’t be happier to announce our next Maxxine’s Craft Night! Join us for a free night of crafting, friendship bracelets, stamps, cards, and more! All materials provided, plus coffee, tea, and pastries from Hala. 🌈 | Hala Coffee & Kitchen, Bushwick→→→
9pm | Queer Hearts Desire x STRAP Looking to meet someone new? Join us for an interactive night of queer connection. Exchange notes through our Q-pids, lock eyes with a stranger, browse the cruising board, post a missed connection, and dance the night away. Expect plenty of flirting, fun, and unforgettable vibes. | The Bush, Bushwick→→→
9pm | The Aud Ball Jellyfish Jam Happy Spongebob Day 🌊Dive into Bikini Bottom for a night of drag, DJs, queer vendors, and cosplay! | 3 Dollar Bill, Williamsburg→→→
Saturday, August 22
5pm | (NYC) Raw Honey: COZY COZY returns to Dive Bar BK for another night of sapphic community, good music, and laid-back vibes. Gather with friends, meet new people, and enjoy an evening made for the WLW, QTBIPOC, and queer community. Full lineup to be announced soon. Grab your $10 presale tickets before they sell out! | Dive Bar BK, Park Slope→→→
6pm | OUT AF – Official Jersey City Pride Womxn’s Party Celebrate Jersey City Pride at OUT AF, the official womxn’s party! Dance the night away with DJs Lena, Lady Star, and Kim Dazy at this inclusive celebration welcoming lesbian, queer, trans, non-binary, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Advance tickets start at $15. | PORTA, Downtown Jersey City→→→
8pm | Queer Rope Social – Brooklyn Explore and experience rope ties, learn and practice rope, ask questions, and connect with fellow queer folks who share an interest in rope. We prioritize consent and creating a low-key, welcoming environment that centers queer, trans, and non-binary people. | Coil & Cord Studio, Gowanus →→→
10pm | OUT & ABT August! 🌟 Get ready for OUT & ABT, a queer dance party celebrating community, music, and unforgettable nights on the dance floor. Join friends old and new for an evening of high-energy DJs, vibrant vibes, and a welcoming space to dance the night away. Grab your ticket and don’t miss one of August’s can’t-miss dance parties! | 3 Dollar Bill – East Williamsburg→→→
Sunday, August 23
12pm | LAV Crush August Surf Meet Spend your Sunday in the water with the LAV Crush community. This inclusive surf meet welcomes dolls, dykes, and non-binary surfers of all skill levels. Start with an optional surf basics demo before heading into the waves. Affordable board rentals are available for $5/hour through Surfboard Tribe. | 🏄♂️ Rockaway Beach, Arvene→→→
12pm | Queer Women’s Summer Volleyball All skill levels are welcome—come solo or with friends, enjoy fun rotations in a relaxed, social atmosphere, and connect with LGBTQIA+ women, including lesbian, sapphic, queer, and trans women, as well as sapphic-aligned non-binary folks. 💛 ✨ | Hunter’s Point South Park, LIC→→→
3pm | Sapphic Sunday: Wet T-Shirt Contest No cover! All day happy hour, flash tattoos, and tooth gems, plus our first ever wet T-shirt contest at 8pm. | Donna, West Village→→→
4pm | GURLS DAY PARTY! Brooklyn’s 🔥HOTTEST🔥 Sapphic Function is BACK with our first-ever gURLS Like gIRLS Day Party and we’re celebrating our gurl Laila. Specialty cocktails, Black & POC baddies everywhere, dancefloor and backyard! | Friends and Lovers, Crown Heights→→→
Tuesday, August 25
7pm | CRUX LGBTQ Climbing Join CRUX Climbing for our twice-monthly LGBTQIA+ indoor rock climbs in Harlem. All experience levels welcome | Movement Harlem, Central Harlem→→→
7pm | Queer Uno Tournament Join Queer Side Quests × They/Themed Productions × Queer UNO NYC as we crown the first Queer UNO Champion…..and yes, there’s actually a championship belt involved. No matter your skill level, everyone’s got a shot. | Bareburger, Hells Kitchen→→→
7pm | (Free) Learn & Play Spades Gayme Night Happy hour from 6pm-9pm! No experience? No problem! We’ll start the night by teaching everyone how to play Spades before breaking into games, so whether you’re brand new or you’ve been playing for years, you’re welcome. | Henrietta Hudson, West Village→→→
7:30pm | Nancy: A Queer Comedy Show (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday) NY Ridgewood’s only alt comedy show featuring stand-up, improv, viral creators, and TV favorites. Expect everything from sharp, alternative stand-up to improv that actually makes you laugh😆, plus surprise drop-ins from your favorite online creators and TV personalities. | Nancy’s Ridgewood→→→
Thursday, August 27
7pm | Dykes Draw: Benedick the Bastard In celebration of Tipping the Velvet, we’re hosting a drag king figure drawing night at Astoria Bookshop! Feel free to bring your preferred materials (and something to draw on!), but paper, pencils, and pens will be available. | Astoria Bookshop, Astoria →→→
7:30pm | Forlorn – An Hour of Bridget Foley Bridget Foley (comedian, aggrieved single cat mother, Virgo) presents Forlorn. This hour of stand-up charts a course of redemption amidst sobriety, a big stupid breakup, and the quagmire of modern lesbian society. From notes on the humbling logistics of strap-ons to bargaining with the inner saboteur, this hour begs the question: is there space for melancholy in a Hot To Go world? | Club Cumming, LES→→→
Friday, August 28
4pm | DOLL INVASION 2026 Spill the tea at Total Tea Takeover—a high-energy queer party featuring DJs all day, nonstop performances, and a stacked lineup of artists bringing the vibes from day to late night. RSVP required. | Waterfront at the Pines, Fire Island Pines→→→
4pm | OOO : OUT OF OFFICE Please accept this invite to The Bush’s Summer Friday’s team-building series for corporate baddies on WFH szn 💻. Get OFF your Zoom, ON the dance floor. | The Bush, Bushwick→→→
5pm | LAV Crush Full Moon Beach Bonfire Celebrate the end of August with an evening surf session followed by a Full Moon Beach Bonfire. Paddle out, watch the sunset, and gather around the fire with a supportive queer surf community. The event begins with an optional lesson on surf safety and techniques, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced surfers. Board rentals are available for $5/hour through Surfboard Tribe, with discount codes available via DM. 🏄♂️ | Rockaway Beach, Arvene→→→
10pm | Slayyyland Let’s CRANK IT again! It’s a slayyyter summer and we can’t stop won’t stop. We’re playing all the hits (but not too many times) plus hyperpop, electro, techno, and more. Think charli and kim petras remixes etc. Real slutty extra dancey. 🪩 | House of Yes, Bushwick→→→
Saturday, August 29
1pm | QUEER HAPPY HOUR LIBERTY GAME 🏳️🌈🏀 Brooklyn Queer Happy Hour is heading back to Barclays Center for our second annual NY Liberty game outing — and you’re invited! 🗽✨Join us for an afternoon of basketball, queer community, and cheering for Liberty together! | Barclays Center, Prospect Heights→→→
2pm | End of Summer Darty x Friend of a Friend Celebrate the end of summer with us! Join us for a daytime party filled with dancing, rooftop hangs, sunshine, and queer community. We’ll be taking over Vacations in Brooklyn with two rooftops, three bars, and a DJ spinning all day to keep the dance floor moving. Come soak up the last days of summer with us! 🌞🏳️🌈| Vacations BK, Bushwick→→→
4pm | DOLL INVASION 2026 Spill the tea at Total Tea Takeover—a high-energy queer party featuring DJs all day, nonstop performances, and a stacked lineup of artists bringing the vibes from day to late night. RSVP required. | Waterfront at the Pines, Fire Island Pines→→→
4pm | OUT & ABT Rooftop 🌇🏳️🌈 Dance above the city at OUT & ABT, a rooftop queer party bringing together great music, community, and summer vibes. | Elsewhere, Bushwick→→→
Sunday, August 30
4pm | DOLL INVASION 2026 Spill the tea at Total Tea Takeover—a high-energy queer party featuring DJs all day, nonstop performances, and a stacked lineup of artists bringing the vibes from day to late night. RSVP required. | Waterfront at the Pines, Fire Island Pines→→→
12pm | Queer Women’s Summer Volleyball All skill levels are welcome—come solo or with friends, enjoy fun rotations in a relaxed, social atmosphere, and connect with LGBTQIA+ women, including lesbian, sapphic, queer, and trans women, as well as sapphic-aligned non-binary folks. 💛 ✨ | Hunter’s Point South Park, LIC→→→
Monday, August 31
7pm | Sapphic Eye: Live Dating Makeover Show Ever wonder why your Hinge isn’t hitting? Can’t decide which photos to use? Need a second opinion on your prompts? Stuck in a dating dilemma and need objective help? We’ve got you. | Sugar Mouse, East Village→→→
8pm | The Femme Fatal An unforgettable night of live music and burlesque at the legendary Stonewall Inn featuring rising independent artists. Step behind the curtain for a night of unforgettable live music, burlesque, and queer artistry at the legendary Stonewall Inn. | Stonewall Inn,Greenwich Village→→→
8pm | The Futch Report Your trusted source for lez comedy and culture. A live comedy show bringing you the hottest comedians, and queer breaking news. | Cobra Club, Bushwick→→→
Note: The above events are based on available information and are subject to change. Please verify details.
