September 27, 2025

New York City Celebrates LGBTQ+ Culture This Fall

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This fall, New York City will host a range of LGBTQ+ events from vibrant music festivals to community gatherings. Highlights include the All Things Go Festival featuring notable artists, a book launch event with Kate McKinnon, and the NewFest37 film festival celebrating queer stories. Additional activities span from climbing events to pop-up bars, ensuring a diverse and inclusive atmosphere for everyone. These celebrations showcase the creativity and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community, fostering connections and support among individuals.

New York City is set to host a variety of LGBTQ+ events this fall, offering everything from vibrant music festivals to community gatherings and cultural exhibitions. From late September into October, the city will see a rich tapestry of activities aimed at celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

The All Things Go Festival will take place from September 26-28, featuring performances from acclaimed artists including Lucy Dacus, Doechii, and Clairo. The festival, which is expanding its reach beyond New York and Maryland to include Toronto, will showcase additional performances in Maryland the same weekend. Toronto will host stars like Kacey Musgraves and Renée Rapp at Budweiser Stage on October 4 and 5.

On September 30, An Evening with Kate McKinnon will be held at 92NY, where she will celebrate the launch of her debut book. This event, featuring a conversation with Seth Meyers, will offer both virtual and in-person attendance options, allowing fans to engage in this literary occasion.

The NewFest37, NYC’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival, is scheduled from October 9-21, showcasing diverse global queer stories. Established in 1988 in response to the AIDS crisis, NewFest continues to highlight the importance of queer narratives in film and media.

For those interested in a more physically active environment, CRUX Queer Climbing Days will host LGBTQ+ climbing events designed to foster a supportive community. No previous climbing experience is required, making it accessible to all attendees.

Another exciting new venture is Grotto, a pop-up bar concept aimed at queer women and non-binary individuals, with hopes of establishing a permanent venue in New York City in the near future. The LGBT Community Center will also offer a dynamic range of events, such as art exhibitions, a queer library, game nights, and even Queer Tango Lessons every Saturday.

Brooklyn will welcome the Blazers Sports Bar, a new sports bar celebrating women’s sports and inclusivity, expected to open in March 2024. This establishment aims to create a welcoming environment for all sports fans, focusing on women’s participation in athletics.

Meanwhile, The Dinah, a major event celebrating LGBTQ+ culture, will happen in Palm Springs from September 24-28, featuring a lineup of parties, pool events, and performances. Closer to home, Boston will host the Lesbians & Friends Dance on October 25, a fundraiser benefiting the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition.

Additionally, Orlando will see its own weekly lively queer event, Girl The Party, every Saturday at Southern Nights. This gathering focuses on queer womxn and features performances and DJs. In Washington D.C., As You Are operates as a queer social club, café, and dance venue, hosting various community activities tailored to trans individuals and their allies.

Worcester is also contributing to the vibrant LGBTQ+ scene with Femme Bar, known for hosting drag brunches and community events, including large outdoor parties during Pride and Halloween. For comedy lovers, there is Latin Twinks Live, a stand-up event scheduled for September 25 at Club Cumming in NYC, and K-Pop Demon Hunters, a drag celebration and sing-along happening on the same day at 3 Dollar Bill in Brooklyn.

Moreover, on September 27, MotherDisco will return for another dance celebration at 3 Dollar Bill. Art enthusiasts can look forward to the exhibit of David Wojnarowicz, opening at the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art on September 30. Lastly, the Board Game Brunch at Hive Mind Books in Brooklyn will provide a fun community gathering on September 28, offering board games and brunch for attendees.

These events not only highlight the diversity and creativity within the LGBTQ+ community but also foster connections among individuals from various backgrounds, ensuring that everyone feels included and celebrated.

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