Boston

Boston's LGBTQ+ community is centered around the South End and Jamaica Plain neighborhoods. The city has a rich queer history, with the South End being home to many gay bars, restaurants, and cultural institutions. Boston Pride, now known as Boston Pride for the People, celebrates the community annually. The city is also home to numerous LGBTQ+ organizations, queer-friendly businesses, and a thriving arts scene that embraces diversity.

An offbeat bar & cabaret hosting over-the-top drag performances & a weekly karaoke night.

Jacques Cabaret

Happening gay-friendly cabaret, piano bar, dance club & classy New American bistro.

Club Café

Theme nights & DJs keep the crowd lively late into the night at this bi-level gay dance club.

The Alley Bar

Posh New American haunt with creative fare in a dark-wood setting that becomes a gay scene at night.

dbar

American pub fare, craft beers & creative cocktails served in a cool bistro with an inviting vibe.

Trophy Room

Splashy dance club featuring guest DJs spinning house, hip-hop, Top 40 & Latin sounds.

Icon Nightclub

Dani’s Queer Bar is a bar in Boston. Located at 909 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115, USA.

Dani’s Queer Bar

Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, dome-shaped IMAX/3-D film theater & a planetarium.

Electric Lavender Art

Historic eatery serving chowder & other New England seafood standards since 1826.

Flam Chowdah

Craft shop that carries a wide variety of beads, fabric & yarn, plus hosts daily classes.

Boston Fiber Company

Crafty Queer Studio

Ethereal Hive Crafts is a proudly queer-owned bath and body business in the Greater Boston area. The owner, Briar (they/he/she), is a member of the trans and bi communities. They specialize in nerdy and fandom-inspired handmade soaps, bath bombs, candles, stickers, and mugs with themes from D&D, Critical Role, Lord of the Rings, Sailor Moon, and more. All products are made with eco-friendly, recyclable materials.

Ethereal Hive Crafts

Community Care Apothecary is a shop in Boston. Located at 52 Main St Unit #8, Florence, MA 01062, USA.

Community Care Apothecary

Wild Soul River is a restaurant in Boston. Located at 248 Cole Ave, Williamstown, MA 01267, USA.

Wild Soul River

Peacock's Nest is a shop in Boston. Located at 47a Cottage St, Easthampton, MA 01027, USA.

Peacock's Nest

Mack Soaps is a shop in Boston. Located at 800 Boylston St Space #: 169, Boston, MA 02199, USA.

Mack Soaps

Low-lit, neighborhood watering hole with quirky decor like chandeliers & string lights.

Rye & Co.

Prana Plants is a shop in Boston. Located at 301 Elliot St, Newton, MA 02464, USA.

Prana Plants

Yes! is a shop in Boston. Located at 412 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA.

Yes!

Wild Water Collective is a shop in Boston. Located at 85 MA-6A, Orleans, MA 02653, USA.

Wild Water Collective

Trinity Naturals is a shop in Boston. Located at 270 2nd St, Chelsea, MA 02150, USA.

Trinity Naturals

Madonna's concert featuring performances by Gigi Glam, Madam Zapple, and Drag Brunch. An exciting summer event with music, entertainment, and brunch activities.

Summer Shack Cambridge

Madonna Confessions Tour

Weekly drag-themed brunch event at Summer Shack featuring performances by drag queens, with themes like Barbie and Beyoncé.

Dani's Queer Bar

Drag Brunch at Summer Shack

SHAKAREN

Drag Brunch with your host Shakaren. Featuring Princess Aurora and Big Fanny Smacker. Doors at 11:30.

Drag Brunch - Babe-Watch Edition

Shakaren

A drag brunch featuring performances by Princess Aurora and Big Fanny Smacker hosted by Shakaren.

An outdoor dance workshop designed for queer individuals of all identities and experiences, featuring poms with Abigail Ripin and Irish dance with Jo Troll. The event aims to foster connection and joy through dance, with activities including improvisational exercises and traditional dance styles. It is held near Egleston Square in Jamaica Plain, Boston, and offers a $10 travel stipend for participants. The workshop is free, with optional donations to support the teachers.

59 Harvard Ave

July Outdoor Queer Dance Workshop with Abigail Ripin & Jo Troll

Jo Troll Dance/Boston Queer Dance Workshops

Join us to watch the third place playoff of the World Cup at Cósmica.

Spy Bar

World Cup Watch Party: Third Place Play-off

A special DykeFest event at Jacques Cabaret.

DykeFest Dollhouse

Like a G6 presents Boston's Y2K Party at Legacy. Featuring DJ Frenchy.

Legacy

Boston's Y2K Party

Like a G6

A party celebrating the Y2K era with music and dancing at Legacy Nightclub in Boston.

Bussdown Fridays at Legacy Nightclub Boston. Hip Hop vs AfroBeats night. Host Dorian Blonch. Music by DJ Cha.

Bussdown Fridays: Hip Hop vs AfroBeats Night

Frolic & Legacy Nightclub

A party featuring Hip Hop and AfroBeats music at Legacy Nightclub Boston.

Saturday Night with DJ Airlo. No cover until 11 PM.

Saturday Night with DJ Airlo

A party at Dani's Queer Bar featuring DJ Airlo with no cover charge until 11 PM.

Join us for the Wellness Beach Take Over event on July 19, 2026, from 10:00 to 15:00 in Toronto. Enjoy a day dedicated to wellness activities, relaxation, and community engagement at the beach. The event aims to promote health and well-being in a vibrant outdoor setting.

HarborWalk

Wellness Beach Take Over

Drag Brunch with your host Andi Van Dyke. Seatings at 11:30 & 1:30.

Drag Brunch

ANDI VAN DYKE

Celebrate the World Cup final at Cósmica.

World Cup Watch Party: Final

An in-person event featuring drag, burlesque, live music, and pro wrestling at ManRay in Cambridge, MA. The event includes performances by various talents such as Isana, The Mighty Bosch and Syd, The Swords of Damocles, Uncut Gems, Daisy Brooks, PDAC, and a special match with Elle Valentine, Jason Divine, JP O'Reilly, and Alexander Lee. The soundtrack will be provided by the band Cat Crash from NYC. The event lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

SUMMER SHACK

CabaRestle at Manray Nightclub

House of Lewan

Hot Mess Sundays at Crown. Music by Richie Ladue.

The Crown & Anchor

Hot Mess Sundays

Gay Mafia Boston

A party called Hot Mess Sundays with music by Richie Ladue at Crown.

Late-night showcase event at Jacques Cabaret.

Saturday Showcase 10pm

Join us at Brookline Booksmith to celebrate the release of 'My Name Was Baby' with author Chris Arnone, in conversation with Kimberly Zieselman. The event is scheduled for Monday, July 20, starting at 7 PM. Attendees can preorder the book through the event page; copies will be available for purchase at the event and can be picked up 30 minutes prior. The event will be held at street level at Brookline Booksmith, located at 279 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA. Accessibility options include livestreaming on YouTube, and ASL interpretation may be available upon request with at least two weeks' notice. No refunds are offered for this event.

Sunset Cantina

Chris Arnone with Kimberly Zieselman: My Name Was Baby

Brookline Booksmith

Join us at Brookline Booksmith to celebrate the release of 'My Name Was Baby' with author Chris Arnone, in conversation with Kimberly Zieselman. The event is scheduled for Monday, July 20, starting at 7 PM. Attendees can preorder the book through the event page, with books available for purchase at the event. The event will take place at street level at Brookline Booksmith, located at 279 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA. Accessibility options include livestreaming via the store's YouTube channel, and accommodations such as ASL interpretation can be requested at least two weeks in advance. For more details and to RSVP, please visit the event page.

Join us for Drag Bingo hosted by Mizery at Club Café Boston on July 20, 2026. The event runs from 19:00 to 22:00 and features lively drag performances, multiple bingo games, and prizes. Enjoy a full dinner menu, snacks, and cocktails while participating. This 21+ event has no cover charge, but reservations are recommended due to limited space.

Club Café Boston

Drag Bingo at Club Café

Mizery

A discussion event featuring Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez and Emely Rumble about their experiences and work.

Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez with Emely Rumble: Conversion Therapy Dropout

Wicked Queer Comedy. Doors: 7:30 pm, Show: 8:30 pm. $5 online, $10 door.

Wicked Queer Comedy

A comedy show featuring queer humor at Dani's Queer Bar.

DQB's Book Club with our friends at All She Wrote Books. Reading 'Work to Do' by Jules Wernersbach. July 21st | 7pm.

DQB's Book Club

A LGBTQ+ community book club gathering to discuss the book "Work to Do" by Jules Wernersbach.

A lively event with a theme of 'Thar They Brough!'.

191 Highland Ave, Somerville

Blowby Dick

A concert featuring Ariana Grande will be held in Toronto on July 21, 2026, starting at 19:00. The event details include the date and time, but no specific venue or additional description is provided.

Ariana Grande Concert

A trivia night hosted by Anya Nuttz Substitute Misster Feeney. $10 buy in. Cash Prize. Every Third Monday 8-10:30.

Anya Nutte's Evil Pop Quiz

Anya Nutte

A trivia night with a cash prize hosted at Dani's Queer Bar.

FRONT2BACK listening party featuring Madonna's latest album & hits.

FRONT2BACK Listening Party - Madonna

A party at Dani's Queer Bar featuring the latest album and hits from Madonna.

Join us every Wednesday night at Club Café Boston for Karaoke Wednesdays, hosted by Regina Jackson. The event features the best karaoke party in Boston, starting at 8 PM in the Moonshine Room. Sing your heart out, enjoy drinks, and be part of a lively crowd. No cover charge.

Karaoke Wednesdays

Regina Jackson

Karaoke night at Club Cafe with guest host Regina Jackson.

Karaoke Wednesday

Documentary by JoJo Film & Refugee Soccer about 22 young women from 3 continents participating in the Women's World Cup.

#SHEBELONGS Women’s World Cup 2023

An outdoor dance workshop for the queer community in Boston, led by Abigail Ripin and Jo Troll.

Join the West End Museum for a walking tour exploring the rich LGBTQ+ history of Boston's West End, focusing on the North Slope neighborhood, old Scollay Square, and Charles Street. The tour highlights significant sites related to queer activism, nightlife, literature, and community events from the late 19th century to the present, including speakeasies, gay bars, protests, and more. The event is part of the Queer History West End Exhibit and aims to shed light on how this small neighborhood contributed to queer history.

The West End Museum

Queer History West End Walking Tour

An interactive evening of music, poetry, and conversation celebrating songs that have shaped our lives. Hosted at the Museum of Science, this event features community-driven performances exploring cultural identity and activism through art and wellness. Attendees can sing along, share memories, and experience original poetry, connecting across generations through themes of love, friendship, resilience, and joy. The event aims to create a sanctuary for community storytelling and shared humanity.

Museum of Science

Soul Speak: Soul Tracks

Karaoke Thursday with Miss Jade Rock. 10pm - 2am. Free Entry.

Karaoke Thursday

Miss Jade Rock

A karaoke night with Miss Jade Rock at Dani's Queer Bar.

Early Early Show

An event featuring the founders of Leadership Brainery, focusing on future leadership insights. Scheduled for July 24, 2026, starting at 19:00. Additional details are not provided.

The Future with Leadership Brainery Founders

An event celebrating Leo season with country dance and drag performances. Details about the specific activities, performers, and schedule are not provided.

Huntington Theatre

Leo Season Country Dance and Drag Extravaganza

Tropixxx with Beats by DJ Live. $10 cash after 11pm.

Tropixxx

DJ Live

A dance party at Dani's Queer Bar featuring beats by DJ Live.

Dollhouse

A celebration dedicated to promoting awareness and pride for individuals with disabilities, scheduled to take place on July 25, 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00. The event aims to foster community engagement and highlight accessibility and inclusion.

Disability Pride Celebration 2026

Our legendary GOAT Strikers' HOFers are hosting their annual pool party at their fabulous house in Tewksbury from 1-6pm

Tewksbury

Pool Party

Boston Strikers Soccer Club

A gay-friendly pool party hosted by the Boston Strikers Soccer Club at a private house in Tewksbury.

Downstairs

THIRTY + for seasoned queers

Frenchy

A party for LGBTQ+ individuals aged 30 and older.

Saturday Showcase 7pm

A lively event featuring performances and entertainment at Jacques' Cabaret.

The BELLY Party!

Henry Paquin Presents

Saturday Night with Coleslaw. No cover until 11 PM.

Saturday Night with Coleslaw

Coleslaw

A party event called Saturday Night with Coleslaw at Dani's Queer Bar.

Showcase Saturday 10pm

Drag Brunch with your host Zon Legacy Pheonix. Seatings at 11:30 & 1:30.

ZON LEGACY PHEONIX

Weekly soccer practice session at Madison Park Field.

Madison Park Field

Sunday Soccer Practice

A 3-hour yacht party organized by LGBTQ Nightlife - Events, taking place on July 26, 2026, from 17:00 to 20:00 at 332 Victory Rd, Quincy, MA. The event is for guests aged 21 and over, featuring onboard bar service accepting cash and card. Parking is free, and smoking is not allowed onboard. Tickets are limited with no door sales, and the event is non-refundable.

Quincy

Sapphic Nights Yacht Party

LGBTQ Nightlife - Events

A drag performance event at Jacques Cabaret.

Confessions at a Drag Show

Rescheduled! We'll be at Aeronaut on Monday the 27th so we don't overlap with World Cup festivities on our original date. 6:00-8:30 and 21+, as always you do not need to sign up, just walk in confidently!

Aeronaut Brewing Company Somerville

Boston Queer Fiber Arts at Aeronaut

Boston Queer Fiber Arts

A community event where people can enjoy fiber arts activities at Aeronaut Brewing Company.

Join us for Drag Bingo hosted by the fabulous Mizery at Club Café Boston on July 27, 2026. The event runs from 19:00 to 22:00 and features hilarious drag performances, multiple bingo games, and exciting prizes. Enjoy a full dinner menu, snacks, and cocktails while playing. This is a 21+ event with no cover charge. Reservations are recommended as space fills quickly.

Drag Bingo at Club Café Boston

Drag Bingo

A fun night of drinks, snacks, and bingo at a queer bar with no cover charge.

Celebrating 46 years of Taking QuACtion! Get ready for a night full of laughs, games, cupcakes, and all the good vibes. This is your chance to celebrate, make new friends, and show off your best dance moves.

BAGLY

BAGLY's Anniversary Party & QuAC Celebration

A celebration event honoring 46 years of LGBTQ+ activism with games, snacks, and dancing.

FRONT2BACK listening party featuring Lana Del Rey's latest album & hits.

FRONT2BACK Listening Party - Lana Del Rey

A no-cover party event at Dani's Queer Bar.

Join us for a screening of 'Facing the Falls,' an award-winning short documentary that follows disability rights advocate Cara Yar Khan on a 12-day expedition through the Grand Canyon, highlighting themes of resilience, courage, and living fully despite challenges. Directed by Celia Aniskovich and produced with executive support from Hillary and Chelsea Clinton, the film explores Cara's personal journey living with a progressive muscle-wasting disease. After the screening, participate in a live conversation with Cara Yar Khan and Robert Ludke, discussing resilience, inclusive leadership, and storytelling's power to foster a more inclusive future. The event celebrates Disability Pride Month and is free with pre-registration.

Boston

Upcoming Events

Madonna Confessions Tour

Drag Brunch at Summer Shack

Drag Brunch - Babe-Watch Edition

July Outdoor Queer Dance Workshop with Abigail Ripin & Jo Troll

World Cup Watch Party: Third Place Play-off

DykeFest Dollhouse

Boston's Y2K Party

Bussdown Fridays: Hip Hop vs AfroBeats Night

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