Brighton

Often called the LGBTQ+ capital of the UK, Brighton is known for its vibrant queer community centered around St James’s Street and the seafront. Brighton Pride is one of Europe’s most popular Pride events, reflecting the city’s open, progressive, and creative atmosphere.

Celebrate the arrival of autumn with local crafts, food stalls, live music, and family-friendly activities.

Green Door Store

Brighton Palace Pier

Brighton Autumn Festival

Join OutdoorLads for a day of outdoor rock climbing at Windgather Crag, starting with a hearty breakfast in Chinley. The event is suitable for all abilities, including beginners, with experienced leaders providing guidance and setting up top ropes. Climbing is a full-body workout that enhances strength, balance, and problem-solving skills. Participants should bring suitable outdoor clothing, climbing gear if available, and refreshments. The event is scheduled for August 22, 2026, with the option to meet at the breakfast location or directly at the crag around noon.

Peak District

Breakfast and a Days Climbing in the Peaks

Join the OutdoorLads celebration weekend in the Peak District to mark 20 years of adventures and friendships. The event offers camping in the hostel grounds with access to toilets and showers, along with a variety of activities including walks, on-site entertainment, a late-night disco, and a Ceilidh. The weekend features a formal AGM for members, catering, a fully-stocked bar, and opportunities to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Accommodation options include hostel stays, pods, or camping, with all included in the event package. The event runs from September 25 to September 27, 2026.

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Camping

Celebrate OutdoorLads' 20th anniversary with a camping event in the Peak District.

BIG20: Celebration Weekend - Pods

Pitch your campervan, caravan, or motorhome at the BIG Spring Camp in Snowdonia for a weekend of outdoor fun.

Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)

BIG Spring Camp - Caravan / Camper / Motorhome pitch

Come grab a coffee or tea with our Executive Director Cat. Chat, learn more about Centre LGBT+, or let us know how we are doing.

The Centre (204 E Calder Way

Coffee With Cat

Centre LGBT+ Brighton & Hove

A casual community event where people can enjoy coffee or tea and chat with the Centre LGBT+ Executive Director.

A mid-morning stroll followed by an afternoon of music in Lichfield.

Lichfield

Lichfield Short Walk & Picnic in the Park

Join us in the Peak District to celebrate 20 years of OutdoorLads with a weekend of activities, entertainment, and camaraderie. The event includes accommodation in camping pods, a formal AGM, walks, on-site activities like a zip wire, a fully-stocked bar, a late-night disco with DJ Dan, and a Ceilidh with Triple Scotch. The weekend also features meals, a fully-stocked bar, and opportunities to connect with fellow members. Booking is required by September 23, 2026, and the event is suitable for members and newcomers alike.

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Pods

A coastal walk in Norfolk offering moderate terrain and scenic seaside views, with an easier route option available.

Norfolk

SE500 Cromer (with easier option)

A 21+ rodeo-themed fundraiser with boots, beats, bold looks, and queer joy. Where Country Meets Queer Joy.

Axemann Brewery

Boots & Bling for Centre LGBT+

A 21+ rodeo-themed party fundraiser with boots, music, bold fashion, and LGBTQ+ celebration.

A night of bull riding, line dancing, BBQ, and good company, all while supporting Centre LGBT+.

Rainbow Rodeo

A fundraiser event at Axemann Brewery to support the LGBT community.

Join us for a fun and engaging quiz night at The Prestonville Arms, testing your general knowledge with friends.

The Prestonville Arms

Prestonville Quiz Night

A walk of contrasts - from Culzean Country Park to golden beaches and rocky shoreline scrambles.

Ayrshire

Maidens & Culzean to Dunure - Ayrshire Coastal Path

An event taking place at Legends Brighton on October 3, 2026, starting at 11:00 and ending at 05:00. The event is hosted at Legends Hotel, a vibrant LGBTQ+ friendly hotel and bar located in the center of Brighton, offering a lively atmosphere with stunning sea views, diverse entertainment, and a range of amenities. The venue features a bar, nightclub, and various themed nights, including DJ performances and cabaret acts, providing an engaging experience for attendees.

Legends

The Basement Club

Legends Brighton Event

Legends Brighton

An inclusive LGBTQ+ bar on the seafront offering happy hour, cocktails, drag bingo, karaoke, and DJ nights.

R-Bar

R-Bar Brighton

A popular gay bar and nightclub with cabaret, live DJ, and regular drink specials, located on Marine Parade.

Charles Street Tap

A popular social event returning to Hull in October 2026, organized by OutdoorLads.

Hull

Hull Social October 2026

Enjoy a spring day birding on the edge of Morecambe Bay, with an optional walk.

Birding Day in Lancashire and optional 5 mile walk

Legends Brighton is a café by day and a lively bar by night, located at 31-34 Marine Parade, Brighton, UK. It offers tea, coffee, and light meals during the day on a terrace with sea views. In the evenings, it transforms into a popular nightlife spot with regular cabaret entertainment and DJs, especially busy on Fridays and Saturdays around 11 pm. The bar stays open until 5:00 AM on weekdays and weekends, featuring a modern atmosphere, fast service, and a diverse crowd. The downstairs area hosts entertainment at Basement Club.

Legends Bar

Join us at R-Bar for an LGBTQ Night celebration in Toronto. Enjoy an evening of fun, community, and entertainment. The event is scheduled to start on October 7, 2026. Specific start and end times are not provided. For more details, visit the event page or contact the host.

R-Bar LGBTQ Night

Visit an observatory with a tour of the 24" reflecting telescope and a show in the planetarium.

Nottinghamshire

An Evening with the Stars in Nottinghamshire

A weekend in one of the Lake District's best locations, the Langdale Valley.

Langdale Valley, Lake District

Classic Langdale Valley Weekend

A walk exploring hills and coastlines in South Cumbria, including scenic views and coastal landscapes.

South Cumbria

Grange over Sands and Humphrey Head

West Highlands

Glen Etive Weekend

A weekend trip to Liverpool for leisure and exploration.

Leeds & Liverpool Canal (Burnley to Blackburn)

Eight Days a Week(end) of Fun: A Liverpool City Break

A beginner-friendly line dancing session at The Manor, Manor Road, Kemptown.

The Manor, Manor Road, Kemptown

Line Dancing

An adult-themed golf experience with darker humor and fun.

Liverpool City Centre

Liverpool: Golf Fang

Join the Prestonville Arms for their weekly Quiz Night, held every other Wednesday at 19:00. Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun evening of socializing and friendly competition at this historic Brighton pub established in 1869. The event features a lively atmosphere with opportunities to win prizes, and is perfect for groups looking for an entertaining night out.

The north-east region returns to Hull for a popular social event.

Join us for an exclusive camping trip in the Yorkshire Dales.

Yorkshire Dales

Yorkshire Dales Camp 2026

Come camping in the Hope Valley on the border between the Dark Peak and the White Peak.

Hope Valley Camp 2026

Autumn in the Beacons! Join us for a brilliant hostel weekend. We’ll tackle stunning mountain peaks.

South Wales

Bannau Brycheiniog Autumn Escape: The Brecon Peaks

All Aboard for Ales, Ciders, Steam Trains & Live Music!

Tunbridge wells

Spa Valley Railway Beer Festival & Woodland Walk

First ever Enchanted Stroll in downtown State College. Includes broomstick booklet, scavenger hunt, pumpkin decorating, raffle ticket, entry into the parade, costume contest, trick or treating, vendors, & more! Activities & DJ in Sidney Friedman 12-5. Parade @ 3pm-includes choreographed dance! @ 7pm-The Enchanted Bar Stroll 21+ Begins!

PRIMANTI BROTHERS DOWNTOWN STATE COLLEGE

Enchanted Stroll

Centre LGBT+

A community event with activities like a scavenger hunt, pumpkin decorating, costume contest, trick-or-treating, and vendors.

Activities & DJ

A community event with activities and a DJ performance with Sidney Friedman.

Parade

A community parade featuring choreographed dance performances.

Mutations Festival returns to Revenge this October with an ambitious and exciting line-up. Tickets go on-sale Friday at 10am.

Various Grassroots Music Venues

Mutations Festival 2026

Revenge & R-Bar

A music festival featuring over 90 international artists across multiple grassroots venues in Brighton.

A walking weekend based in the beautiful heart of the Watkin Valley beneath Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

North Wales

On the Slopes of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) - Eryri

Mutations Festival 2026 featuring Mike D (Beastie Boys). Over 90 international breakthrough and established artists across 10 of Brighton’s most beloved Grassroots Music Venues.

Mutations Festival 2026 - Mike D (Beastie Boys)

A music festival featuring Mike D from the Beastie Boys with over 90 artists across multiple grassroots venues.

A casual coffee or tea meetup with the Centre LGBT+ Executive Director to chat and share feedback.

The Enchanted Forest Light Show is an annual sound and light spectacle held in the Scottish Highlands, celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026. The event runs from October 8 to November 8, 2026, and features immersive light displays, music, and storytelling in an ancient woodland setting. It attracts nearly 1 million visitors over the years and has received numerous awards for its cultural and tourism impact. Tickets are available online, and special celebrations are planned for the 25th milestone.

Perthshire

The Enchanted Forest Light Show

The Actors

Scoops Improv

A quiet and cosy weekend on The Gower Peninsular.

The Gower Peninsular

Autumn Retreat to The Gower

Liverpool City Break

Leaders in Scotland gather for an outdoor event.

The Weekend Gathering

Join weekly beginners Lindy Hop classes and socials in Brighton every Wednesday evening.

After Supper Swing

An exhibition exploring Henry Moore's sculptures at Kew Gardens in Richmond, London.

Kew Gardens, Richmond, London

Henry Moore:- Monumental Nature at Kew Gardens

A remote weekend at Britain's highest hostel on the slopes of Skiddaw in the Lake District.

Skiddaw, Lake District

Autumnal Weekend on the Slopes of Skiddaw

Weekly open mic night encouraging local musicians and performers to showcase their talent.

Music Open Mic

An event titled 'Dungeons & Divas' scheduled for November 20, 2026, from 18:00 to 22:00 at The Actors Pub in Brighton and Hove, UK. The event is free to attend.

Dungeons & Divas

Weekly open mic night for spoken word artists, with sign-up from 7:30 PM.

Spoken Word Open Mic

Themed weekly event celebrating LGBTQ+ community, every Thursday at 8 PM.

Dyke Night

Evening tarot reading sessions with Crystal the Witch, offering 3 or 6 card readings.

Tarot with Crystal the Witch

Friday evening tarot reading sessions with Crystal the Witch, offering 3 or 6 card readings.

Weekly open mic night for musicians and performers, every Sunday at 8PM.

Weekly spoken word open mic night, every Tuesday at 8PM.

Weekly open mic night for musicians and performers to showcase their talents.

Bi-weekly Monday evening event featuring performances and entertainment.

Weekly open mic night for spoken word artists and poets.

Themed weekly LGBTQ+ night with performances and social activities, every Thursday at 8PM.

Weekly spoken word open mic night every Tuesday at 8 PM, with sign-up from 7:30 PM.

Evening tarot reading sessions offering 3 or 6 card readings.

Themed LGBTQ+ event held weekly on Thursdays at 8 PM, featuring performances and community activities.

Fridays at 7 PM, enjoy a 3 or 6 card tarot reading session for £15 or £30 respectively.

Bi-weekly Monday event featuring performances and entertainment.

LGBTQ+ Events in Brighton

Today

Brighton Autumn Festival

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Breakfast and a Days Climbing in the Peaks

Friday, September 25, 2026

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Camping

BIG20: Celebration Weekend - Pods

BIG Spring Camp - Caravan / Camper / Motorhome pitch

Coffee With Cat

Lichfield Short Walk & Picnic in the Park

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Pods

Today

Brighton Autumn Festival

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Breakfast and a Days Climbing in the Peaks

Friday, September 25, 2026

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Camping

BIG20: Celebration Weekend - Pods

BIG Spring Camp - Caravan / Camper / Motorhome pitch

Coffee With Cat

Lichfield Short Walk & Picnic in the Park

BIG20: THE Celebration Event - Pods

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