Baltimore

Baltimore's LGBTQ+ community is centered in the Mount Vernon neighborhood, known for its historic architecture and vibrant queer scene. The area features popular venues like The Drinkery, Grand Central, and The Eagle. Baltimore Pride is a major annual celebration, and the city has a strong queer arts scene with organizations like the Baltimore Gay Life and numerous LGBTQ+ community groups. The city's diverse population and proximity to DC create a unique queer culture that bridges Southern charm with urban activism.

Stylish rooms with a literary theme & city views, plus a cocktail bar & a fitness room.

Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown

Refined lodging featuring an elegant restaurant/bar, plus a fitness room & free Wi-Fi.

Hotel Revival

Straightforward, bright rooms with minifridges, plus a fitness center & a water-view restaurant.

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

Contemporary hotel featuring a seafood restaurant with a waterfront terrace, plus a bar & a gym.

Canopy by Hilton Baltimore Harbor Point

Red Emma's is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 3128 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA.

Red Emma's

Dreamers & Make-Believers is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 400 S Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

Dreamers & Make-Believers

Buzzy spot offering coffee, pastries & panini plus rare & vintage vinyl for sale.

Baby's on Fire

Professional regional theater with 2 stages offering new plays & revivals of modern & classic works.

Baltimore Center Stage

Gastropub with eclectic plates, cocktails & sports on TV in a sleek space.

The Charles

Rough-&-ready Indie-rock club hosting local & touring bands, plus DJ dance parties & special events.

The Ottobar

Funky, knickknack-laden diner serving burgers, vegetarian food & traditional breakfast.

Papermoon Diner

The Manor is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 924 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.

The Manor

Mexican street eats, like tacos & grilled corn, pair with tequila cocktails at this lively cantina.

El Bufalo Tequila Bar & Kitchen

Guilford Hall Brewing Company is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 1611 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA.

Guilford Hall Brewing Company

Chic cafe/bookstore for sustainable coffee, pastries & sandwiches, plus a selection of books.

Bird in Hand Cafe & Bookstore

Ice cream parlor with over 100 flavors of soft serve & milkshakes, plus sundaes & snowballs.

Bmore Licks (Canton)

The Margaret Cleveland is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 4725 Walther Ave, Baltimore, MD 21214, USA.

The Margaret Cleveland

Wishbone Reserve is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 3811 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Wishbone Reserve

Cocktails & pub grub offered in a laid-back watering hole with kitschy decor & karaoke.

Leon's of Baltimore

No-frills bar & music venue offering Asian cuisine, karaoke, DJ shows & other late-night events.

The Crown

Corner watering hole drawing a diverse crowd for drinks & karaoke on Fridays & Saturdays.

The Rowan Tree

Wonderland Sauna is a sauna and bathhouse in Baltimore. Located at 518 S Conkling St Suite 1, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

Wonderland Sauna

Fringe Baltimore is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 2801 Huntingdon Ave, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Fringe Baltimore

D x MK Hair Studio is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 1200 S Haven St, Sola Salon Studios, 20 Unit D, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

D x MK Hair Studio

Minimalist, contemporary hair salon with an eco-friendly focus specializing in avant-garde styles.

Crafted Hair Studio

Flaunt Hair Boutique is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 827 W 36th St, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Flaunt Hair Boutique

Soul Love Salon is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 10 E Preston St Apartment 1, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA.

Soul Love Salon

Love Is Love Boutique is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 339 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.

Love Is Love Boutique

GC2B

Open Works closes Fridays at 5:30 PM through August. Their typical schedule will pick up again in September.

West Side Open Works

Open Works Friday Hours

Open Works

Open Works is a community space that is open on Fridays until 5:30 PM through August, with regular hours resuming in September.

The Baltimore Book Fest features culture, character, and connection.

On the 32nd Street Stage

Baltimore Book Fest

A public discussion featuring Molly Crabapple and Margaret Killjoy at the Baltimore Book Fest.

Austin Channing Brown in conversation with Tarana Burke at the Baltimore Book Fest.

Baltimore Book Fest - Austin Channing Brown in conversation with Tarana Burke

A public discussion featuring Austin Channing Brown and Tarana Burke at the Baltimore Book Fest.

Lawrence Burney in conversation with Hua Hsu at the Baltimore Book Fest.

Baltimore Book Fest - Lawrence Burney in conversation with Hua Hsu

A discussion between Lawrence Burney and Hua Hsu at the Baltimore Book Fest.

Play board games supplied by the Enoch Pratt Library, or bring your own! No advance registration required. Minors must attend with an adult.

1400 Greenmount Ave

Game Night

A community game night where people can play or bring their own board games.

Next session is Thursday, September 24 at 9:30 AM.

Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time

A free story time event for babies and young children with stories, songs, and play activities to support their learning and social skills.

Mahmoud Khalil, targeted for organizing at Columbia against Israel’s genocide in Gaza, arrested, and held in ICE detention, will be releasing his book "No Land To Stand On." The book is based on his writings and experiences incarcerated in a Louisiana detention camp. He is still fighting back against the threat of deportation, all the way to the Supreme Court.

Mahmoud Khalil - "No Land To Stand On" Book Release

A book release event for Mahmoud Khalil's "No Land To Stand On," sharing his writings and experiences from detention and his ongoing fight against deportation.

FREE Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time where we read, sing, play and connect in this adult-child session.

Open Works' lobby

A free story time for babies and toddlers with reading, singing, playing, and connecting activities.

Read, sing, play and connect in this adult-child session in the Open Works Lobby. For kids ages 0-5.

A story time event where adults and children aged 0-5 can read, sing, play, and connect together.

Celebrate with us! Attend the event! Bid on a salt box or community quilt!

Open Works 10th Anniversary Party

A community event celebrating 10 years of making and togetherness with food, drinks, music, activities, and tours.

An informational session on monkeypox prevention and response efforts.

The Pride Center of Maryland

Preventing an M-POX Resurgence

Join us for an evening of expressive poetry performances from diverse voices, whether you're a seasoned poet or trying it for the first time.

Open Mic Poetry Night

Free sexual wellness and HIV testing available at The Pride Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Get Tested - Sexual Wellness and HIV Testing

A theatrical performance titled 'Mama I'm a Big Girl Now' scheduled to take place at Baltimore Center Stage. The event runs from October 2 to October 4, 2026, with multiple showtimes including October 2 at 7:30 PM, October 3 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, and October 4 at 3:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased through the Baltimore Center Stage website, with seating options available. The venue is located at 700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.

Mama I'm a Big Girl Now

A workshop exploring Andean shamanism, followed by a despacho ceremony.

An Introduction to Andean Shamanism

Enjoy complimentary wine in the cozy 2nd-floor lobby every Tuesday at 4 pm, mingling with staff, stakeholders, and fellow guests.

Wine Hour

Inaugural symposium on queer equity and affirmative counseling, focusing on healing, equity, and transformation in Black LGBTQ+ communities. Keynote speaker Cleo MANGO, author, educator, advocate.

Black Acres Coffee

Rest, Renewal, and Radical Care in Black LGBTQ+ Communities

The National Association of Black Counselors, Queer Equity and Affirmative Counseling Division

An event featuring Juana Karen Peñate and Translators, scheduled for October 10, 2026, starting at 18:00. Further details about the event are not provided in the content.

Bird in Hand

From Lightning’s Strike - Juana Karen Peñate & Translators

A final LGBTQ prom event celebrating 15 years of community and pride.

6515 Belair Rd The DYNASTY Event Hall

LeGaCy The Final LGBTQ Prom 15 Years Later

Join us for the LeGaCy The Final LGBTQ Prom 15 Years Later event on October 10, 2026, from 19:00 to 23:00 at the DYNASTY Event Hall, Baltimore, MD. Presented by Strapped Up Entertainment, this night celebrates the LGBTQ community with elegance, culture, and connection. Enjoy four hours of high-energy vibes, great music, and a room full of new and familiar faces, all designed to create unforgettable memories. This event is for individuals aged 25 and older, with ID checks at entry. Please note that all ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued unless the event is canceled.

Join us for the 'Law & Order SIU: Murder Brunch Edition' event on October 11, 2026, from 12:00 to 14:00 in Toronto. Experience an engaging murder mystery brunch inspired by the Law & Order: Special Investigations Unit series. Enjoy a delicious brunch while participating in an interactive crime-solving experience. For more details, visit the event page.

Law & Order SIU: Murder Brunch Edition

Enjoy complimentary wine in the cozy 2nd-floor lobby every Tuesday at 4 pm, mingling with staff and guests.

Make in community at Open Works in one of our routine free community events. Bring your ideas, materials and a friend and make to your heart's contenet!

Art Night

A community art night where people can work on their art or craft projects with others.

An in-person event featuring Dr. Hanna Garth, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Princeton University, discussing her book 'Food Justice Undone: Lessons for Building a Better Movement'. Drawing on twelve years of ethnographic research, Garth examines motivations behind food justice interventions in South Central Los Angeles and explores issues of privilege, promise, and envisioning a radical future. Dr. Nicole Labruto will join the conversation. The event is part of the Vital Perspectives on Healthcare and Science series and is open to the public.

Vital Perspectives: Hanna Garth and Nicole Labruto

Join us for an evening of diverse poetry performances, whether you're an experienced poet or trying it for the first time.

Open Works PC Lab

Publicly Available Illustrator Class

A community class teaching Adobe Illustrator skills for $95.

Participants can work on their own projects or team up to work on the group quilt, we welcome people of all skills levels! Open Works is a nonprofit makerspace. Quilt Club is a part of our free monthly community event series. Minors must attend with an adult.

Quilt Club

A community quilting night where people of all skill levels can work on personal or group quilt projects at a makerspace.

FREE Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time and are ready to read, sing, play and connect in this adult-child session in the Open Works Lobby. Adults, bring the kiddos ages 0-5, no registration required, please plan on participating with your child.

A free story time event for young children with stories, songs, and sensory activities to support their development and socialization.

A free storytelling and play session for babies and toddlers to read, sing, and connect with adults.

A story time session where adults and children aged 0-5 can read, sing, play, and connect together.

A community game night where people can play or bring board games to enjoy together.

A theatrical performance of Pete the Cat scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 14:00, hosted at Baltimore Center Stage in Baltimore, Maryland. The event spans from October 31, 2026, to November 1, 2026, with showtimes on Saturday at 2:00 PM and Sunday at 3:00 PM.

Pete the Cat

An art exhibition celebrating Día de los Muertos with vibrant artwork and cultural displays.

Day of the Dead Art Exhibition

A Halloween-themed event featuring spooky attractions and entertainment.

The Sweet House of Horrors

Join us for a complimentary floral design class hosted by Christopher Heller, founder of The Margaret Cleveland and helium creative. This hands-on workshop includes a live demonstration and guided instruction as you create your own fall arrangement using Forever Real-Touch Florals. Bring your favorite vessel and a bottle of wine to share, and select stems for purchase. The event celebrates creativity, community, and the season of giving, with limited space available.

Complimentary Fall Floral Workshop with Christopher

A community art night where people can work on their art or crafts with others and use provided materials.

The Maryland Leather Weekend 2026 is an event organized by COMMAND MC, a Baltimore-based LGBTQIA+ inclusive leather club. The event celebrates pride in the leather community and supports various charitable causes. It includes the Maryland Leather Contest to select the Maryland Leather Person of the Year, along with bar nights, social gatherings, and community support activities. The event aims to promote pride, community engagement, and charitable work within the leather and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Maryland Leather Weekend 2026

A theatrical performance titled 'Charmz' scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Pearlstone Theater (1st Floor). The show has a runtime of approximately 120 minutes with an intermission, features strobe lights as content warning, and is suitable for all ages.

Charmz

A live music performance by Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon.

The Gardens Ice House

Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon Live in the Gardens

A community quilting event where people of all skill levels can work on their own projects or collaborate on a group quilt.

A free story time event for young children and their caregivers featuring stories, songs, and sensory activities to support early development and socialization.

A free story time for babies and toddlers where they can read, sing, play, and connect with adults.

A story time activity for parents and children ages 0-5 to read, sing, play, and connect.

An event titled 'Salsa with Pride' organized by The Pride Center of Maryland, featuring salsa dance activities. The event has multiple dates, with the latest being December 3, 2025, at 7 PM. Details about specific venues or times are not provided.

Salsa with Pride

Bring your art or craft projects to work on alongside other makers in our lobby, or start something new with the materials provided! No advance registration required.

A community quilting event where people of all skill levels can work on individual or group quilt projects.

A free story time for babies and toddlers with songs, stories, and play activities to support their learning and social skills.

A free story time for babies and toddlers with reading, singing, playing, and bonding activities.

A story time event where adults and young children aged 0-5 read, sing, play, and connect together.

A free community art night where people can bring ideas and materials to create and make together.

LGBTQ+ Youth Climbing Days at Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness.

Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness

LGBTQ+ Youth Climbing Days

A theatrical performance titled 'Liberation' scheduled at Baltimore Center Stage. The event begins on Saturday, January 16, 2027, at 7:30 PM, with multiple performances available through early February 2027. The event is currently sold out for the initial date. The venue is located at 700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland. For more information, visit the Baltimore Center Stage website.

Liberation

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Trans Pride Tie-Dye Athletic Shorts

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Black 2b Tape

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Silicone Nipple Shields

Give your bathroom a vibrant look and wrap yourself up with this super soft and cozy all-over sublimation towel. Please note: Limited Edition Products are not eligible for return or exchange. Please reach out to Support@gc2b.info if you have any questions or concerns prior to placing your order. • 52% cotton, 48% polyester - 30 inches x 60 inches• Fabric weight: 10.6 oz/y² (360 g/m²) • Printed on one side only • The non-printed side is made of terry fabric, making the towel more water-absorbent

Nonbinary Pride Tie-Dye Design Towel

Give your bathroom a vibrant look and wrap yourself up with this super soft and cozy all-over sublimation towel. Please note: Limited Edition Products are not eligible for return or exchange. Please reach out to Support@gc2b.info if you have any questions or concerns prior to placing your order. • 52% cotton, 48% polyester - 30 inches x 60 inches • Fabric weight: 10.6 oz/y² (360 g/m²) • Printed on one side only • The non-printed side is made of terry fabric, making the towel more water-absorbent

Trans Pride Tie-Dye Design Towel

Rainbow Pride Tie-Dye Design Towel

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Satin Nipple Shields

This LIMITED EDITION, Pride-inspired binder comes exclusively in the horizontal tie-dye pattern. Please note: All of the binders in this collection are being discontinued to make room for new stock. These products are FINAL SALE and will not be eligible for exchange, return, or refund. Please reach out to Support@gc2b.co for sizing assistance before placing your order! Check out our sizing page for an instructional video and more information. Double panel binder made with a nylon spandex blend and cotton for extra flattening effect. Model is wearing a size L Tank Binder.Shoulders - 20 inchesChest - 35.5 inches *Provided for reference. Each body is unique and even people with identical measurements may best fit different sizes. Email our care team at support@gc2b.info for advice or Check our Sizing Page for more details.

Tie-Dye Rainbow Pride Tank Binder

This Pride season, we invite you to The Oasis, a lush retreat full of love, community, and chosen family. It is where, despite the harsh surrounding landscape, we are nourished and made to feel safe. Here we are able to THRIVE and BLOOM into our full selves. This limited-edition, rainbow Oasis half binder features an exclusive floral pattern representing growth and evolution.Please note: Get ‘em while you still can! All of the binders in this collection are being discontinued to make room for new stock. These products are FINAL SALE and will not be eligible for exchange, return, or refund. Double panel binder made with a nylon spandex blend and cotton for extra flattening effect. Model is wearing a size XL* Half Binder.Shoulders - 19 inches Chest - 37 inches *Provided for reference. Each body is unique and even people with identical measurements may best fit different sizes. Email our care team at support@gc2b.co for advice or Check our Sizing Page for more details.

Rainbow Oasis Print Half Binder

Pride month 2017: The Mayor’s Office of LGBT Affairs in Philadelphia unveils a new Pride flag, sporting a brown stripe and a black stripe to represent people of color in the LGBT community. The “More Color More Pride” flag is a symbolic gesture that centers and affirms the narratives, ongoing legacy, and humanity of LGBT people of color. This design amplifies the historical call to action and unification in the fight against racism, anti-Blackness, and prejudice globally present within our community and in society at large. This LIMITED EDITION, More Color More Pride -inspired binder comes exclusively in the vertical stripe pattern. Please note: All of the binders in this collection are being discontinued to make room for new stock. These products are FINAL SALE and will not be eligible for exchange, return, or refund. Please reach out to Support@gc2b.co for sizing assistance before placing your order! Check out our sizing page for an instructional video and more information. Double panel binder made with a nylon spandex blend and cotton for extra flattening effect.

More Color More Pride Rainbow Tank Binder

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The Baltimore Flamingos are Maryland's first and only LGBTQ+-inclusive rugby club in Baltimore . Founded in 2016, they welcome anyone over age 17 to join the team, emphasizing fun and inclusivity.

Baltimore Flamingos RFC

Baltimore Frontrunners is a running and walking club for gay, lesbian, bi, and trans individuals and their friends. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome, and the club aims to encourage and support LGBTQ+ people interested in running and walking .

Baltimore

Upcoming Events

Open Works Friday Hours

Baltimore Book Fest

Baltimore Book Fest - Austin Channing Brown in conversation with Tarana Burke

Baltimore Book Fest - Lawrence Burney in conversation with Hua Hsu

Game Night

Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time

Mahmoud Khalil - "No Land To Stand On" Book Release

Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time

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