EVERY THURSDAY
LGBTQ+ New Yorkers
meet new people over dinner.
Sit down with 4 strangers,
perfectly matched by personality, for a dinner you won’t forget.
Sapphic only tables now available.
Book your seat
Friday, January 23
7pm | Asstrology — a queer play party by the Taillors | The Crown, Bushwick →→→
10pm | The Winter Carnival Step into a high-energy queer carnival night filled with dancing, playful chaos, and full-on dress-up fun—clowns, mimes, jugglers, and all. Queers, FLINTA*, sapphics, trans folks, and allies welcome for a late-night Brooklyn blowout. | The House BK, Bushwick →→→
10pm | The Zess Up Ms. Worldwide presents: 4DaGurlz 💕 It’s time to bring back a good ol’ function 4DaGurlz. Tell your friends, your roommate, your coworker, your ex, your nail tech everybody come through and have a blast. | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
10:30pm | Fruitstand Presents After Dark no cameras allowed a confessional for your secrets come see exactly how we play after dark… | Oberon, Williamsburg →→→
10:30pm | Lezzie McGuire a sapphic dance party | C’mon Everybody, Bed Stuy →→→
Saturday, January 24
1pm | Queer Backgammon Dice, boards, and babes. A chill backgammon hang for queers of all levels — no experience needed, just pull up.🎲🤍 | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick →→→
4pm | Queer Singles Night: Group Fitness (20s–30s) Wyd? 😉 Are you queer, single, and ready to get fit? Pull up for a full-body workout with baddies like you—get sweaty, ditch the apps, and meet people IRL with plenty of time to flirt, chat, and team up for a cardio rodeo (or more 👉👈). | New York City Personal Training, Flatiron District →→→
6pm | A Trans Creative Meetup Are you trans and creative? Got a lot of projects brewing and looking for connections to make them happen? Join us to launch our third zine: Bodega Cats! Ghost City Queers presents: A Trans Creatives Meetup! | Hive Mind Books & Coffee Shop, Bushwick →→→
7:45pm | Glo In The City Live Queer Comedy Show You’re favorite queer comedy show returns with Stand-up, vibes, and a live DJ. A night of Queer + BIPOC comedy!! | Studio 1514, Astoria →→→
10pm | Benson Goon Party A high-energy drag and dance spectacular packed with bold performances, DJs, and late-night chaos. Come ready to sweat, scream, and stay up way past your bedtime.💦 | 3 Dollar Bill. Williamsburg→→→
10pm | Gurls Like Girls Brooklyn’s HOTTEST lesbian party is back with a high-energy night of sweaty dancing, sexy soundscapes, and nonstop vibes. Expect DJs, free shots, special gifts, and a packed dance floor full of Black & POC queer magic.💖 | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
Sunday, January 25
11:30am & 1:30pm | Dyke Drag Brunch We’re back in Hell’s Kitchen for an all-new Dyke Drag Brunch at Bareburger. Join us for sapphic excellence, juicy burgers (meat, veggie, vegan, and gluten-free options available), drink specials, and high-energy drag performances. 🍔💄| Bareburger, Hell’s Kitchen →→→
2pm | Wet January: Sapphic Sunday Tea Dance Grotto kicks off the year by bringing back its beloved Sunday Tea Dance series with an afternoon of dancing, sipping, and mingling. Expect disco-meets-dancehall sounds, multiple bars, a disco ball, sapphic murals, and a lively daytime crowd—plus special stickers for singles ready to flirt.🍸🪩 | Shy Shy Bar, Chelsea→→→
4pm | A Sapphic Mixer by Candlelight Join us for an intimate, intentional evening of candle-making, connection, and community with fellow sapphics. Guided by a queer candle-making duo, we’ll explore scents, wax, and the magic of creating with intention in a warm, affirming space. 💖🕯️| Kaafi, Harlem →→→
Cancelled due to snow 5pm | Black & Lavender: One Night Only An unforgettable evening of bold, brilliant comedy celebrating Black and queer voices—stacked with incredible talent and big laughs, all for a powerful cause. Come through for community, joy, and a fundraiser that hits. | Whiskey Cellar NYC (downstairs), East Village →→→
5pm | Heated Rivalry Watch Party The people have spoken—Heated Rivalry is back for a Sunday night watch party. Catch the game with fellow fans, grab a seat early, and settle in for a hype, no-frills viewing night. 🏒 | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
6:45pm | Speed Dating for Queers – Sapphic 35+ Are you 35(ish) or older? Looking for love, friendship, or maybe new project partners? Whether you’re polyamorous or monogamous, this Queer speed dating event is for you! Forget dating apps and meet people in person.💘🌈 | Ocelot, Bushwick →→→
7pm | Queer Clay With Me (21+) Get your hands dirty in the cutest way with an easygoing night of clay-making, drinks, and queer connection. No experience needed—just come vibe, create, and enjoy a relaxed, community-forward evening.🎨 | Lovejoys NYC, Bushwick →→→
Monday, January 26
6pm | Improv Principles: Level 1 Build confidence, sharpen your instincts, and learn the fundamentals of improv in a fun, supportive class series designed for beginners. Perfect for performers, creatives, or anyone ready to say yes, and to something new. | Ripley-Grier Studios, Hell’s Kitchen →→→
6:30pm | LGBTQ+ Film Discussion Group Join a welcoming monthly discussion diving into classic and contemporary queer cinema—come ready to share thoughts and connect with fellow film lovers. This month’s pick is Tangerine (2015); watch beforehand and bring your takes. | Brooklyn Public Library – Central Library (Info Commons Lab), Prospect Heights →→→
7:30pm | Poetry Is Gay: Failure A tender, honest night devoted to falling short, starting over, and finding beauty in the mess. Come as you are.✨💔 | Boyfriend Co-op, Bushwick →→→
8pm | Nightlife Event Producing 101 Thinking about producing nightlife events in 2026? Join Shia Ho for a free, no-gatekeeping workshop breaking down how to build, promote, and sell out your own events. ✨ | C’mon Everybody, Crown Heights→→→
A wildly irreverent, explicitly queer comedy that reimagines Mary Todd Lincoln through a camp, sapphic, and gender-bending lens. Written by and starring queer creator Cole Escola, this show has become a cult favorite for its unapologetic queer humor.
NOW PLAYING THROUGH JULY 5, 2026
Get your tickets
Tuesday, January 27
7pm | SOYBOY: A Food & Writing Workshop After a yearlong hiatus, SOYBOY returns with an intimate food and writing workshop exploring mythmaking, identity, and the politics of soy. Expect a savory + sweet menu, guided writing, and thoughtful conversation in a cozy, community-centered space hosted by ACHG Kitchen. | BOYFRIEND Co‑op, Bushwick→→→
7pm | Topperz: A queer pinball club A Brooklyn-based queer pinball call dedicated to making friends and balling out, while uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community through events and fundraising. | Scrappleland, Greenpoint →→→
7:30pm | Queer Night at Sofar NYC 🌈Queer Sofar is back with an intimate night of live music, connection, and community—cozy vibes, beautiful performances, and a welcoming crowd. Drinks available, feelings encouraged.💞 | Available upon RSVP →→→
7:30pm | Trivia Night Your favorite women-centered trivia night returns with smart questions and fun competition. | Wilka NYC, Williamsburg→→→
9pm | Free & Inclusive Karaoke Night Grab the mic and sing your heart out at Park Slope’s most inclusive karaoke night. Hosted by DJ Dollhaus with The Kings of Karaoke—come for the songs, stay for the community vibes.🎶 | Sandy Jack’s, Park Slope →→→
Wednesday, January 28
5pm | Holiday Void: Twilight Movie Night Sink into peak nostalgia with a cozy Twilight movie night at The Bush. Come early, grab a drink, and enjoy the drama, romance, and campy fun with fellow fans—seating is first come, first served. New Moon at 7:30 PM.🌙🧛♂️ | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
7pm | Gays & Spadez The girls are finally learning spades—without the yelling. This beginner-friendly night is the perfect soft entry point if you’ve been meaning to learn. Pull up cute, grab a drink, and let the pros handle the rest.♠️ | Saint James Libations, Bushwick →→→
7pm | LGBTQ+ Speed Dating: Lesbian Dating IRL Skip the apps and meet queer women, femme, and non-binary singles face-to-face in a fun, welcoming speed-dating night. Enjoy rapid-fire mini dates, relaxed mingling, and real chances to spark connections in an inclusive, upbeat space.💘🌈 | Lovejoys, Williamsburg →→→
Thursday, January 29
Outclose: Thursday Dinner Connections Find your table, meet your people. Dinner with 4 LGBTQ+ strangers. Every Week. A place to belong shouldn’t be left to chance. Your table is intentionally matched for real connection. Sapphic only tables available. | Williamsburg or Chelsea →→→
6pm | Artist Talk: “Queer Today – Love, Power, Freedom!” Join the artists from the dynamic group exhibition by the queer art collective Magenta Lounge for a discussion about their work. | Amos Eno Gallery, Lower East Side →→→
6:30pm | Love Letters, Hate ICE Monthly Craft Night Maxxine’s Craft Club returns for a free art night for queer folks and allies focused on writing Valentine’s letters to loved ones and creating protest signs for our community. Materials will be provided, and you’re welcome to bring your own craft projects to work on.✂️💌 | Hala Coffee & Kitchen, Bushwick →→→
8pm | JEM Experience: Queer Afro-Latin Dance Night JEM is back with a new name and the same mission: breaking gender binaries in and out of dance. This Queer Afro-Latin dance social is a space to learn, move, be yourself, and connect with community—celebrating joy, education, and movement together. |The Bush, Bushwick →→→
8pm | Sudan Archives Sudan Archives is pulling up with the violin, the vocals, and the kind of stage presence that turns a regular weeknight into a full-body experience. If you like your music a little freaky (and a lot hot), this one’s for you. |Webster Hall, LES →→→
8:30pm | EX’S is a contemporary reimagining of queer nightlife—an artful, stylish, and elevated event series created for the 28+ lesbian community. Dress with intention and arrive early, as entry is not guaranteed once capacity is reached.✖️ | 61 Withers Street, Williamsburg →→→
Friday, January 30
8pm | Drag Race Watch Party with Poison Oak Watch RuPaul’s Drag Race every Friday with NYC’s very own Poison Oak! Enjoy a full bar, the biggest TV screen in Brooklyn, and a live drag performance to keep the energy high all night. | Poison Oak, Bushwick →→→
10:30pm | FRIGID Nightcap Presents: AGE OF EMPIRE? a late-night variety show confronting power, imperialism, and the unraveling of the rules-based world order through comedy, drag,music, and experimental performance. Tickets $15 (includes a glass of wine). | Under St. Marks Theater, East Village →→→
Saturday, January 31
7:30pm | SAPPHEST Volume IV — NYC’s Premier Sapphic Playwriting Festival Get ready, babes — SAPPHEST is BACK for its fourth, fiercest year! NYC’s ultimate sapphic playwriting competition + festival returns with bold new works, electric performances, surprise announcements, and all the queer creative energy you crave. | Brooklyn Art Haus, East Williamsburg →→→
10pm | BIG ONE: THIQUE’s 1st Birthday Bash THIQUE is turning one and throwing a bigger-than-ever birthday party—expect sweat, bass, and late-night chaos as the crew returns to where it all began. Come celebrate with cake energy, packed dance floors, and nonstop vibes.🎂 | The Bush, Bushwick →→→
10pm | Doja Cat Vie: A Drag Experience Get ready for a high-glam, high-energy drag takeover celebrating Doja Cat’s Vie era. Expect fierce performances, pop-hip-hop-R&B bops , and nonstop diva energy all night long. Come serve looks, sing along, and live your pop star fantasy✨🐆 | Icon Bar, Astoria →→→
Note: The above events are based on available information and are subject to change. Please verify details.