Detroit

Detroit’s LGBTQ+ community is diffuse but active, with many queer-friendly bars and organizations spread across the city and suburbs rather than concentrated in a single area.

Vegan versions of Southern soul food entrees & sides offered in an airy, cheerful atmosphere.

Detroit Vegan Soul

Frida is a shop in Detroit. Located at 15 E Kirby St, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.

Frida

Lively gay nightclub & bar with bustling dance floor hosting karaoke, open-mike nights & drag shows.

GiGi’s

Spacious store featuring a selection of fine jewelry & watches, plus design & repair services.

Giorgio Conti Jewelers

Hazel Perk Cafe is a restaurant in Detroit. Located at 21403 John R Rd, Hazel Park, MI 48030, USA.

Hazel Perk Cafe

Upbeat bakeshop offering breakfast pastries & homemade desserts amid bright, whimsical decor.

Good Cakes and Bakes

Made In The Mitten is a shop in Detroit. Located at 706 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA.

Made In The Mitten

Longtime gay nightspot featuring drinks & a dance floor, plus live events & karaoke nights.

Menjo’s Entertainment Complex

Public Thrift is a shop in Detroit. Located at 10237 Joseph Campau Ave, Hamtramck, MI 48212, USA.

Public Thrift

Funky cafe offers an ample list of sandwiches & homemade soups with jumbo cookies for dessert.

Pronto!

Sidetrack Bookshop is a shop in Detroit. Located at 325 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA.

Sidetrack Bookshop

Low-key gay bar with wine, cocktails & a pool table, plus weekly karaoke, quiz & drag-bingo nights.

Soho

Old-school tavern providing cocktails & draft brews, plus a pool table in low-lit, laid-back digs.

Temple Bar

The Peacock Room is a shop in Detroit. Located at Fisher Bldg, 3011 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.

The Peacock Room

Contemporary wine shop & bar pairs international vinos with small plates in bright surrounds.

The Royce

Five15 is a restaurant in Detroit. Located at 600 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA.

Five15

Spot Lite is a bar in Detroit. Located at 2905 Beaufait St #4, Detroit, MI 48207, USA.

Spot Lite

Adam’s Apple Bar is a bar in Detroit. Located at 18931 W Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48228, USA.

Adam’s Apple Bar

ArtLoft is a shop in Detroit. Located at 4160 Cass Ave c, Detroit, MI 48201, USA.

ArtLoft

Body Zone is a sauna and bathhouse in Detroit. Located at 1617 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48203, USA.

Body Zone

Casual counter serve for salads, sandwiches & organic, housemade pastries & fresh breads.

Avalon International Breads

Modern, low-key gastropub offering globally inspired New American fare, plus craft beer & cocktails.

Bobcat Bonnie’s

Bright, cozy European-style eatery offers locally focused comfort food & beer amid local art.

Cafe Muse

Café & retail space featuring an array of hot & iced teas, kombucha, & milk tea with boba.

Eli Tea Bar

Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness is a venue in Detroit. Located at 6375 W Seven Mile Rd Suite 103, Detroit, MI 48221, USA.

Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness

Queer Babes Detroit is an LGBTQ+ owned clothing and accessories brand based in Detroit. They sell bold, unapologetic queer pride apparel including crewneck sweatshirts, tees, tanks, tote bags, and mugs. Their tagline is "Stay Loud. Stand Tall. Stand Proud." They also serve as a source for queer news and events in and around Detroit.

Queer Babes Detroit

Not Sorry Goods is a shop in Detroit. Located at 359 Livernois St Suite 103, Ferndale, MI 48220, USA.

Not Sorry Goods

Well Done Goods is a shop in Detroit. Located at 1515 Division St Suit A, Detroit, MI 48207, USA.

Well Done Goods

The Peacock Room is a shop in Detroit. Located at 3011 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.

Join us for a casual night of queer slices, good energy, and connecting with our community. All are welcome!

Como's Ferndale Outside Patio

Monthly Midweek Meetup

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center

A casual community gathering for queer people to connect, share good energy, and enjoy slices.

Pizza with other queer people on a weeknight. Affirmations' Monthly Midweek Meetup.

Pizza Party

A casual evening of eating pizza and socializing with other queer people at a community meetup.

Contestants battle each week for a spot in the February 25 Grand Finale. Each audience member will get one vote to determine the top two each week. Open to all performers. Sign up the night of contest at the bar. Must arrive by 9:30 PM to be eligible. We reserve the right to limit the number of contestants on any given night.

16920 W. Warren

The War on Werq Wednesdays - Grand Finale

GiGi's

A drag competition where contestants perform weekly for a chance to compete in the grand finale.

Pride night event at the Pistons game on February 26, 2026.

Little Caesars Arena

2/26/26 Piston’s Pride Night 2026

A creative arts lab for LGBTQ+ tweens (ages 11-14) to explore self-expression, build community, and dream up the future together. No experience needed!

Affirmations

Queer Utopia Creative Arts Lab

A creative arts workshop for LGBTQ+ tweens to express themselves, connect with others, and imagine the future.

An open mic where you don’t have to perform if you don’t want to. Bridging Generations Open Mic Night.

LGBTQ+ Community Center

Open Mic Night

A community open mic night where attendees can perform or just enjoy the event.

Five rounds of multimedia trivia, a video round, and a live drag performance — all inspired by Hawkins and the Upside Down.

Five15 Media, Mojo and More

Stranger Things Drag Queen Trivia

A trivia night with multimedia questions, a video round, and a live drag performance inspired by Stranger Things.

thenestatstpetebrewingco

DJ Set

DJ Holographic

A party featuring a DJ performance at The Nest.

Join us for the second annual Soho Leather Weekend at 215 West, Ferndale, MI. The event runs from February 27 to March 1, 2026, with activities including a Friday night fundraiser supporting Ferndale Pride, a Saturday night competition with entertainment and live judging, and a Sunday social gathering for leather community members. Tickets are available at the door: $15 for a weekend pass or $10 per night. The event features contests open to all genders with limited spots, and more details including hotel information will be provided soon.

Soho Leather

Save the Date 2/27-3/1/2026 Soho Leather

From RuPaul’s Drag Race, The Vixen brings her iconic show Black Girl Magic to FIVE15 for one unforgettable night—featuring a fierce lineup of Detroit’s most powerful local queens. Expect bold performances, stunning looks, and nonstop energy from start to finish. This is not a show you sit through—this is a show you feel.

Five15 Royal Oak

Black Girl Magic

A drag show featuring performances by Detroit's local queens, inspired by RuPaul’s Drag Race, with bold looks and high energy.

A low-pressure space to sit, breathe, and be around other queer parents who also have approximately 47 tabs open in their brain at all times. Kids welcome (designed with ages 6–12 in mind). No programming, presentations, or awkward icebreakers — just conversation and the deeply comforting experience of being around people who already understand your life.

Queer Parent Pop-Up

A community event for queer parents to connect and share experiences with children aged 6-12.

A pop-up event featuring dairy and gluten-free treats by Jules, taking place on February 28, 2026, from 15:00 to 20:00 at 2615 Wolcott St, Ferndale, MI 48220. Attendees can enjoy nostalgic goodies, with a portion of proceeds donated back to Ferndale Pride.

Junk Jules Pop Up - Dairy and Gluten Free Treats

Fundraiser benefiting Ferndale Pride with collecting donations. Portion of sales all donated.

Urbannest Brewing

Ferndale Pride Fundraiser

Craft Club for LGBTQIA2S+ high schoolers (ages 14-18).

Craft Club

A craft workshop for LGBTQIA2S+ high school students to make art and socialize.

flashclubdc

Join DJ Larry every Wednesday for karaoke and trivia with drink specials in a lively midweek celebration.

Pronto! Royal Oak

Hump Day Karaoke & Music Trivia at Pronto! Royal Oak

A lively Sunday night of karaoke and music trivia hosted by Sister Larry, with drinks and a spirited atmosphere.

Sunday Service Karaoke at Pronto! Royal Oak

A weekly free trivia night hosted by Detroit's Sabin, featuring themed categories, videos, and drag performances.

Drag Queen Trivia at Five15 Media

Join DJ Larry every Wednesday at Pronto! Royal Oak for karaoke and trivia with drink specials.

Hump Day Karaoke & Music Trivia

A Pride event taking place on March 6, 2026, at 215 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale MI 48220. The event encourages attendees to get their old garments out of the closet and onto the dance floor, featuring DJ Dr. Poppers spinning all night long. Doors open at 9 pm with a $10 cover charge, and tickets are available at the door. Special thanks to Champagne Events for hosting.

3/6 Out of the Closet and On To the Dance Floor

An entertaining evening of karaoke hosted by drag queens, featuring singing, laughter, and fun.

Woodward Avenue Brewers

Drag Queen Karaoke at Woodward Avenue Brewers

Monthly Latin-themed dance party with DJ Tony Toca and high-energy drag performances.

Fiesta Friday at Pronto!

A community event where queer parents can connect and share experiences with activities for children aged 6-12.

Gigi's Anniversary Party celebrating 53 years. Complimentary food and giveaways.

Gigi's

Gigi's 53rd Anniversary Party

A party celebrating Gigi's 53rd anniversary with free food and giveaways.

From RuPaul's Drag Race LIVE!, Season 18 powerhouse Jane Don't hits the FIVE15 stage serving bold fashion, fierce performance, and main-character energy all night long. With performances by Victoria Sanchez, La Bubbleina, Marz, Kanary, and Blonski.

Jane Don't - Season 18

A drag show featuring performer Jane Don't from RuPaul's Drag Race and other talented performers.

The event 'Hot Daddies 2026' is scheduled for Friday, March 20th, 2026, from 21:00 to 23:30 Eastern Time. It takes place in Ferndale, Michigan, at 215 W. Nine Mile. The event involves a competition to find Ferndale Pride's next Hot Daddy, with a dance component running until 2 am. Hosted by Ferndale Pride, the event includes sponsorship opportunities with deadlines on February 20, 2026. Attendees can check in with tickets or confirmation codes and share the event via various platforms.

Ferndale Community Center

Hot Daddies 2026

An event titled Pistons Pride Night scheduled for March 26, 2026, starting at 19:00. No additional details are provided.

Pistons Pride Night

Join us for Pistons Pride Night 2026, an event celebrating pride with the Detroit Pistons. The event is scheduled to start on March 26, 2026, at 19:00. Further details about the event are not provided.

Pistons Pride Night 2026

Drag show in Gigi's Cabaret, lower level. Charity event for Ruth Ellis Center.

Kings & Creatures

A drag show at Gigi's Cabaret to support the Ruth Ellis Center.

Drag Queen Trivia with a Half-O-Ween theme.

Drag Queen Trivia: Half-O-Ween

A trivia night featuring drag queens with a Half-O-Ween theme.

Join us for an exclusive night of after-hours psychic readings, shopping, and fun at Boston Tea Room in Ferndale, MI. Attendees will receive a private reading from award-winning psychics, participate in an intention setting ritual, enjoy a beverage of choice, and receive swag bags filled with crystals, a fortune scroll, and more. The event features a DJ spinning a Pride playlist, a selfie zone, and mingling with drag queens Luna Banx, Sir Guy, and Xanadu Shee. The event is scheduled for April 10, 2026, at 1220 Woodward Heights, Ferndale, MI.

Boston Tea Room

Boston Tea Room’s Psychic Self Care Event

Join us for an exclusive evening at Boston Tea Room in Ferndale, MI, on Friday, April 10, 2026, for a Psychic Self Care Event. Attendees will enjoy private readings from award-winning psychics, an intention setting ritual, beverages from the menu, and swag bags filled with crystals and goodies. The event features a DJ spinning a Pride playlist, a selfie zone, and mingling with drag queens Luna Banx, Sir Guy, and Xanadu Shee. Participants will also receive a 10% discount on storewide retail purchases during the event.

4/10/26 Boston Tea Room’s Psychic Self Care Event

Join us for a fun-filled Pokemon Trivia event on April 17, 2026, from 20:00 to 22:00. Test your knowledge of the Pokemon universe and enjoy an engaging evening dedicated to fans and enthusiasts.

Ferndale Public Library

Save the Date 4/17/26 Pokemon Trivia

Cougar Hunt 2026 is an event presented by Ferndale Pride, taking place at 215 West, 215 W. 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI, on April 24, 2026. The event runs from 21:00 to 23:30 and features emcee SoHo Leather 2026, music by DJ REEZY, and a contest for individuals aged 35 or older to win a sash by collecting the most donations. The event is open to all genders, with 21+ non-alcoholic choices and mocktails available. It is one of Ferndale Pride's largest fundraisers, with winners appearing on the Pride stage during opening ceremonies.

Venue TBD

Cougar Hunt 2026

An art exhibition showcasing local artists' cigar box artworks, supporting Ferndale Pride. The event includes an auction and is scheduled for May 2, 2026, from 18:00 to 22:00 at the Detroit GT Warehouse in Ferndale, MI.

Ferndale Arts Center

5/2/26 Small Packages Art Show

Drag Queen Trivia with a Gilmore Girls theme.

Drag Queen Trivia: Gilmore Girls

A trivia night featuring drag queens with a Gilmore Girls theme.

Join us for the annual Youth Pride Prom at Affirmations Gallery in Ferndale. The event is scheduled for May 8, 2026, from 18:00 to 21:00. This celebration offers a magical and accepting environment for youth aged 13-18 to create memories, reconnect with friends, and meet new people. Registration is required; theme and additional details will be announced soon.

Youth Pride Prom

Drag Queen Trivia with a The Golden Girls theme.

Drag Queen Trivia: The Golden Girls

A trivia night featuring drag queens with a The Golden Girls theme.

Annual Pride celebration organized by Ferndale Pride, featuring community events, entertainment, and festivities.

Downtown Ferndale

Ferndale Pride 2025

Join the annual Detroit Pride Parade celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with vibrant floats, performances, and community spirit.

Hart Plaza

Detroit Pride Parade 2025

The Motor City Pride Festival takes place on June 7-8, 2025, at Hart Plaza in Detroit. The festival features a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ culture with multiple stages showcasing local and international artists, including pop, rock, R&B, spoken word, drag performances, and DJ sets. The event includes a parade on June 8th at 12:00 pm, and the festival hours are Saturday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Sunday from 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Attendees can enjoy diverse food vendors, entertainment, and family-friendly activities, with accessibility accommodations available. The event is free to view the parade, and tickets for the festival can be purchased online.

Motor City Pride Festival Saturday

A family-friendly Pride event at Royal Oak Farmers Market with activities and entertainment.

Royal Oak Farmers Market

Royal Oak Family Pride - June 11

Annual LGBTQ+ pride celebration featuring parades, performances, and community activities.

Detroit Pride Festival

Community Pride celebration in Warren with entertainment and activities for all ages.

1 City Square

Warren City Pride - June 14

Annual Pride parade celebrating LGBTQ+ community in Detroit.

Downtown Detroit

Detroit LGBTQ+ Pride Parade

Join us for Pride in the Park, celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with live performances, community vendors, and family-friendly activities.

Belle Isle Park

Pride in the Park 2026

PrideSource

Join the vibrant Pride celebration in Detroit featuring performances, community booths, and festivities celebrating LGBTQ+ pride.

Detroit Pride Celebration 2025

Downriver Pride is a two-day event taking place on June 19 and 20, 2026, celebrating LGBTQ+ community and pride. The event runs from 12:00 to 23:00 each day, featuring various activities, entertainment, and community engagement. For more details, visit the official website or contact the organizers.

Downriver Pride

A two-day Pride event in Wyandotte featuring music, activities, and community gathering.

Oak Street, Wyandotte

Downriver Pride - June 20-21

A punk music event scheduled for Saturday, June 21, 2026, starting at 19:00. The event is organized by Small's and Mike Mouyianis, held at 10339 Conant St, Hamtramck, MI. Entry fee is $10, and it is open to attendees aged 18 and over. Doors open at 7 PM.

Detroit

Upcoming Events

Monthly Midweek Meetup

Pizza Party

The War on Werq Wednesdays - Grand Finale

2/26/26 Piston’s Pride Night 2026

Queer Utopia Creative Arts Lab

Open Mic Night

Stranger Things Drag Queen Trivia

DJ Set

Sports Leagues

Billiards: Stonewall Sports Detroit

Bowling: Rainbow League

Bowling: Stonewall Sports Detroit

Curling: OUTturn Curling League

Community Groups

Businesses & Venues

Detroit Vegan Soul

Frida

GiGi’s

Giorgio Conti Jewelers

Shop Queer-Owned in Detroit

Disco Get Down T-Shirt

Coney Dog Tie, Hot Dog Party Printed Necktie

Desert Illuminations Tarot by Lindsay D. Williams. 78 Cards w/ 120-page illustrated guidebook

Detroit Techno Tropical Island B/U

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