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Queer Trivia Night

Marie's Crisis Café • 7 PM

Test your knowledge with LGBTQ+ themed trivia

Monday Night Bingo

Pieces Bar • 8 PM

Drag queen hosted bingo with prizes

Karaoke & Cocktails

The Boiler Room • 8 PM

Sing your heart out at this East Village dive

Professional Mixer

LGBT Community Center • 7 PM

Monthly networking for LGBTQ+ professionals

Drag Show Spectacular

Hardware • 9 PM

Weekly drag extravaganza with rotating cast

Wine & Dine

Barracuda • 7 PM

Midweek wine specials and light bites

College Night

Industry Bar • 10 PM

Discounted drinks for students with ID

Open Mic Night

Club Cumming • 8 PM

Share your talent with the community

Dance Floor Friday

3 Dollar Bill • 11 PM

Brooklyn's biggest dance party

Happy Hour Hangout

Multiple Venues • 5-8 PM

End the week right across the city

Saturday Night Fever

Various Venues • 10 PM+

The biggest parties happen on Saturday

Sunday Drag Brunch

Multiple Locations • 12-4 PM

Perfect way to end the weekend

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WorldPride NYC

When: June 1-30, 2025

Where: Manhattan & All Boroughs

The world's largest Pride celebration returns to NYC with a month of parades, parties, performances, and community events across the city.

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Brooklyn Pride

When: June 7, 2025

Where: Park Slope & Prospect Park

Brooklyn's beloved community Pride celebration featuring local performers, vendors, and family-friendly activities in beautiful Prospect Park.

Brooklyn Pride

Queens Pride

When: June 14, 2025

Where: Jackson Heights

Celebrating the most diverse LGBTQ+ community in the world with multicultural performances and vendors representing Queens' global community.

Queens Pride

Bronx Pride

When: June 21, 2025

Where: Bronx Community College

The Bronx's growing Pride celebration featuring local artists, community organizations, and resources for LGBTQ+ residents.

Bronx Pride

Staten Island Pride

When: June 28, 2025

Where: Snug Harbor Cultural Center

Staten Island's intimate Pride celebration in the beautiful setting of Snug Harbor, featuring performances and community vendors.

SI Pride

Year-Round Pride

When: Every Month

NYC celebrates LGBTQ+ pride all year with monthly themed events, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations across all neighborhoods.

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February 2025 Event Calendar

Click on any day to see LGBTQ+ events happening across NYC.

Pink dots indicate days with events.

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BOOK READING

Literary Event

Queer Author Reading & Q&A

Join acclaimed LGBTQ+ authors for readings from their latest works, followed by an intimate Q&A session. Books available for purchase and signing.

Tickets are $10, with all proceeds benefiting The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative (SIGBI).

Grab a ticket here.

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LGBT Community Center

FREE

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WAREHOUSE PARTY

Brooklyn Underground

House of Yes: Night Circus

An immersive theatrical dance party featuring aerial performers, fire breathers, and mind-bending visuals.

Featuring guest speakers, networking opportunities, and community resources for career development. The experience offers a chance to watch a movie on a Midtown rooftop with vegan popcorn, classic theater candy, and craft cocktails.

For Pride Month, screenings include But I'm a Cheerleader, The Color Purple, Showgirls, and more. As part of Pride Month, $1 from every Pride screening ticket will be donated to The Trevor Project. Get tickets here.

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4. Pride for the People at Moxy Chelsea

Moxy Hotels is once again going all in on Pride, with a packed schedule of events this June across all five of its NYC properties. 

The headline event is “Pride for the People,” a post-parade block party hosted by RuPaul’s Drag Race alum, Xunami Muse.

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🏳️‍🌈 Pride

WINTER PRIDE

Brooklyn Celebration

Brooklyn Winter Pride Festival

Celebrate LGBTQ+ pride year-round with Brooklyn's Winter Pride Festival featuring local vendors, performances, and community organizations.

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We love featuring parties, cultural events, community gatherings, and more. Whether you're looking to show your support by joining the NYC Pride March or looking for a place to dance your worries away, Pride celebrations continue all month long.

We’ve assembled the best performances, comedy shows, parties, gay bars and events that'll have you dancing, singing, learning and feeling heard.

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COMMUNITY MIXER

Monthly Meetup

LGBTQ+ Professional Mixer

Network with LGBTQ+ professionals from across NYC's industries. Taking place at Moxy Chelsea on June 29, the party includes DJ sets, live performances, on-site makeup from Stencil1 and a signature cocktail called Pride Punch.

Getting Tickets

  • • Buy early: Popular events sell out fast
  • • Follow venues: Instagram for flash sales
  • • Group discounts: Many venues offer group rates
  • • Door policy: Some events are walk-up only
  • • ID required: Always bring valid photo ID

Getting There

  • • Subway: Most venues near multiple lines
  • • Rideshare: Use apps for late-night rides
  • • Walking: Many venues within walking distance
  • • Parking: Limited and expensive in Manhattan
  • • Safety: Travel in groups when possible

What to Wear

  • • Dress codes: Check venue requirements
  • • Themed events: Costumes often encouraged
  • • Comfort first: You'll be dancing/standing
  • • Weather: Layer for outdoor venues
  • • Express yourself: NYC celebrates all styles

Event Etiquette

  • • Respect performers: No phones during shows
  • • Tip generously: Support drag queens & performers
  • • Be inclusive: Welcome newcomers
  • • Ask first: Before taking photos with others
  • • Have fun: These are celebration spaces!

Timing Tips

  • • Happy hours: Usually 5-8 PM weekdays
  • • Drag shows: Typically start 9-10 PM
  • • Dance parties: Peak around midnight
  • • Brunch events: 12-4 PM on weekends
  • • Last call: 4 AM in NYC

Making Connections

  • • Be yourself: Authenticity attracts real friends
  • • Join conversations: Most people are welcoming
  • • Follow up: Exchange contacts with new friends
  • • Regular events: Become a familiar face
  • • Volunteer: Help at community events

OUTNYC

Your comprehensive guide to LGBTQ+ life, events, and community in New York City.

And while there’s no official census or index, it’s believed that New York City has the largest LGBTQ+ population in America—and that’s something to celebrate all year long!

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NYC Pride Calendar 2025

New York City celebrates LGBTQ+ pride year-round with events across all five boroughs. Receiving accolades including having the best jukebox in the city, to being a fashion insiders party, and even as an avante grade performance venue, The Phoenix has never closed its mind after opening its door.

With new management, and a renovated interior, the bar has transformed from “go-to dive” to “be seen at destination”.