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.

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

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

Avalon International Breads

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

Body Zone

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

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

Detroit Vegan Soul

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

Eli Tea Bar

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

Five15

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

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

Good Cakes and Bakes

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

Hazel Perk Cafe

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

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

Pronto!

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

Public Thrift

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

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

Spot Lite

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

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

Well Done Goods

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

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

Attending All This Detroit under the sheds? Take a break and walk just one more block in the Market district for some fabulous celestial insight! All services with Ms. Z include free refreshments and a 10% discount on all tarot cards and books, crystals and minerals, and home-cleansing supplies. Walk‑ins welcome and focused inquiries invited. Natal Charts · Hermetic Tarot · Cosmic Intel Crystals charged with your intentions, included. Astrology: reserve a private session; your birth date, place, and time let Ms. Z read the sky in advance and meet you where you are. Tarot: for love, money, and major moves; send questions ahead by text or email and arrive to a spread already tuned to you!

Well Done Goods booth at TEC-Troit festival

Sunday Tarot Readings

A community event offering tarot readings, astrology, and crystal services for personal insight and guidance.

Queer Yoga. 100% Designed with Queer People in Mind. All Bodies Welcome. No Experience Necessary. Also - it's free. Drop In! Suggested Donation ($15). Bring Your Own Mat.

Affirmations

Queer Yoga

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center

A beginner-friendly queer-focused yoga class with a gentle but active flow open to all bodies.

Free Cover with College ID. Open 7 PM - 2 AM. Free Parking. 18+ $10 Cover | 21+ $5 Cover.

Gigi's

College Night

Natty Apple

A college-themed party with free cover for students and open late.

A lively Sunday night karaoke and music trivia hosted by Sister Larry, featuring drinks and a fun congregation.

Pronto! Royal Oak

Sunday Service Karaoke at Pronto! Royal Oak

Sister Larry

A spring-themed craft fair featuring local artisans and handmade goods.

Made In The Mitten Store

Spring Craft Fair

Made In The Mitten Events

Rooted in Movement is a free, drop-in dance and movement session focusing on self-exploration, emotional expression, collaboration, and creativity. Led by Bella Borruso and Jessica Hill, the event encourages participants to explore identity, process emotions, and build resilience within a supportive community environment. No prior experience is necessary; attendees are advised to bring a yoga mat if they have one, as mats are available.

Rooted in Movement

A weekly social run for queer people to walk or run 5K or 10K together around Ferndale, followed by hanging out at a local café.

A drop-in style Dungeons & Dragons campaign for teens ages 14-18. Perfect for teens who love storytelling, strategy, creativity, or are just looking for a way to hang out.

LGBTQ+ Community Center

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

A casual Dungeons & Dragons game for teens to play and hang out.

The Metro Detroit LGBT Softball League is hosting an upcoming game on April 15, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. The event details, including location and additional information, are available on their website.

Fields - Metro Detroit LGBT Softball League

Upcoming Softball Game

Softball: Metro Detroit LGBT Softball League

Join the Stonewall Run Club for a community run event focused on running your pace and finding your people.

Stonewall Run Club

Stonewall Sports and Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center

Bridging Generations Open Mic Night. Poetry, Music, Storytelling, and More. All ages welcome. Youth 13 and under must be accompanied by parent/guardian. REGISTER NOW TO PERFORM!

Bridging Generations Open Mic Night

A community open mic night featuring poetry, music, and storytelling for all ages.

Join us for Drag Queen Trivia: Halfway to Halloween Edition — a themed night filled with horror, camp, and all things creepy and cult-classic. From iconic movies to Halloween legends, expect multimedia trivia rounds, interactive moments, and a live drag performance hosted by Sabin. Doors open at 6 PM, Trivia starts at 7 PM. Tickets are $5 and reservations are required.

FIVE15, Metro Detroit

Drag Queen Trivia: Halfway to Halloween Edition

A spooky-themed drag queen trivia night focused on horror and haunted topics.

A dedicated space for trans men and trans masc people to gather, swap stories, share support, and build the kind of community that gets you through.

Trans Men/Masc Lounge

A support and community gathering space for trans men and trans masc people to share stories and build connections.

Join us at B. Nektar Meadery - Taproom & Headquarters in Ferndale, MI, for the third annual Pokemon Trivia contest to support Ferndale Pride. The event features a fun night of Pokemon trivia with all new questions, where you can test your knowledge, meet fellow fans, and enjoy a great atmosphere with delicious mead. The event starts on April 17, 2026, at 8:00 PM and runs until April 18, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Arrive early to grab a table and participate in this exciting fundraiser.

Ferndale Public Library

Save the Date 4/17/26 Pokemon Trivia

Join us for a relaxing yoga and wellness event at Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness. Experience rejuvenation and mindfulness in a calming environment.

Build strength and stamina with a combination of run/walk conditioning and yoga, preparing for the Palmer Park race.

2026 Spring Sunday Soleful YFR + 8k/5k Training: 8-Week Series

A workshop focused on yoga tailored for runners, scheduled to enhance flexibility and performance.

Yoga For Runners Workshop

A yoga series designed for runners, starting on April 18, 2026. The event is hosted by Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness and offers training for 8 weeks, focusing on yoga for runners and preparing for 8k and 5k races.

Record Store Day event at Well Done Records, celebrating independent record stores with special releases and activities.

Well Done Records

Well Done Records Record Store Day

Build strength and stamina with a 8-week run/walk conditioning and yoga series, culminating in the Palmer Park 8K/5K race.

2026 Spring Yoga For Runners + 8k/5k Training: 8-Week Series

A mindful movement series with yoga, running, and training plans, including massage, cupping, stretching, and class packs.

8 Weeks Sunday Solful Flow

Join the community for structured support and shared miles in the 2026 season of the Run Club.

Run Club Spring Kickoff

The Michigan Inclusive Flag Football League is hosting games on April 19, 2026, at Donald Red Geary Park in Detroit, Michigan. The event features teams such as Pocket Rockets and Rainbow Routes competing in flag football matches. The games are scheduled from 17:00 to 18:00 local time.

Donald Red Geary Park

Michigan Inclusive Flag Football League Games - April 19, 2026

Football: Michigan Inclusive Flag Football League

Join the weekly run club for 5K, 6 miles, and long run routes. Meet on the third Sundays at 9:00 AM sharp.

6375 W. 7 Mile Rd. Ste. 103, Detroit, MI 48221

Soleful Sunday Run Club

Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness and Run Through The Wall (RTW)

A community event offering tarot readings, astrology, and crystals for celestial insight and personal guidance.

A shopping event titled 'High Fashion 420 Celebration' scheduled for April 20, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The event is free to attend and is organized by Not Sorry Goods. It takes place in Ferndale, Michigan, and offers attendees an opportunity to explore fashion-related activities and shopping experiences.

High Fashion 420 Celebration

Free rapid HIV testing clinics in partnership with Henry Ford Health and Ruth Ellis Clairmount House. Blood pressure checks are also available. Safe, confidential services – available by appointment or walk-in. Open to all; no residency requirements.

Free HIV and STI Testing Clinics

A free clinic offering rapid HIV testing and blood pressure checks for everyone.

Free STI testing and vaccine clinics with the Oakland County Health Department. Safe, confidential services – available by appointment or walk-in. Open to all; Oakland County residency not required. Vaccines and tests vary by availability.

Free Vaccine and STI Testing Clinics

A free clinic offering confidential STI testing and vaccines for everyone.

Weekly practice session for league members to improve skills and team coordination.

Community Softball Practice

Pizza Party @ Como's. Join us for a casual night of queer slices, good energy, and connecting with our community and volunteers. All are welcome! Affirmations' Monthly Midweek Meetup

Como's Ferndale Outside Patio

Pizza Party @ Como's

A casual evening of eating pizza, meeting new people, and connecting with the LGBTQ+ community.

Wednesdays at 6:30 PM, we’re heading out together for a 5K or 10K around Ferndale. This is a real run — but it’s also a social one. You don’t have to race anyone. You don’t have to prove anything. You just have to show up and move your body alongside other queer people doing the same. Led by stonewalldetroit, and starting at Affirmations. And when it’s over, we head across the street to Sidecar to hang out, cool down, and be a little proud of ourselves.

A social running group for queer people to walk or run 5K or 10K around Ferndale and then hang out afterward.

A drag show featuring spooky and horror-themed trivia.

Join us for the Weekly Wine Tasting event, held on April 24, 2026, from 17:00 to 20:00. Experience a curated selection of wines in a social setting, perfect for wine enthusiasts of all levels. This event offers an opportunity to explore different wines, learn from experts, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.

The Royce Detroit Wine Bar & Shop

Weekly Wine Tasting

An evening of art and crafting every Thursday at Eli Tea Bar.

Art & Craft Night Chicago

Cougar Hunt 2026 is an event taking place on April 24, 2026, from 21:00 to 23:30 at 215 West, 215 W. 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Presented by Your Company and emceed by SoHo Leather 2026, the event features music by DJ REEZY. Participants aged 35 or older can compete to be the next Ferndale Pride Cougar by collecting donations, with the winner appearing on the Ferndale Pride stage during opening ceremonies. The event is open to all genders, with 21+ non-alcoholic choices and mocktails available. Volunteers are welcome to assist on the day of the event.

Venue TBD

Cougar Hunt 2026

Free HIV and STI testing clinics in partnership with Vivent Health. Safe, confidential services – available by appointment or walk-in. Screenings include HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis C. Some tests may require insurance; HIV, and hepatitis C testing are free.

A free, confidential clinic offering HIV and STI testing for everyone.

Celebrate Buffalo Prescott’s second annual Vernal Soirée on Saturday, April 25, 2026, starting at 18:00. The event will be held at 11411 Buffalo St, Detroit, MI 48212. It features immersive art, creative connections, delicious bites and beverages, and high vibrational music. The soirée serves as a fundraiser to support Buffalo Prescott's mission of nurturing Detroit's contemporary art ecosystem through artist support, educational programming, and community engagement. Attendees can purchase tickets or sponsorship packages to participate and support various initiatives.

Buffalo Prescott

Vernal Soirée

Buffalo Prescott presents Vernal 2026, an annual exhibition and fundraiser celebrating seasonal renewal through art. The event features works by current and former Buffalo Prescott residents and artists from Detroit and beyond, exploring themes of transformation, interconnection, and world-building. Highlights include pieces by resident artists Halima Afi Cassells, Cyrah Dardas, Sara Nickleson, Tony Printz, and Jessica Wildman Katz. The evening includes an immersive environment, exhibition viewing, music, food, and drinks, supporting Buffalo Prescott's artist residency program and community initiatives.

Five15 Media, Mojo and More

Open Mic night every Friday at Eli Tea Bar, from 8 pm to 10 pm, welcoming all talents.

Open Mic Fridays

A monthly, resource-based space supporting trans folks navigating the practical realities of transition. For those asking: "Okay... now what?" Trans is self-defined. All stages welcome.

Trans Thrive

A monthly support and resource space for trans people navigating their transition.

A community gathering to discuss 'Only Dead Fish Go With the Flow' by David Swenson, exploring yoga and related topics.

Prana & Pages Book Club

The Michigan Inclusive Flag Football League is hosting games on April 26, 2026, from 17:00 to 18:00. The event is part of the league's schedule and takes place in Detroit, Michigan. For more details, visit the league's website or contact the organizers.

Michigan Inclusive Flag Football League Games - April 26, 2026

A community event offering tarot readings, astrology, and crystal insights with free refreshments and discounts.

A monthly book club event with yoga and wellness activities, held every 4th Sunday of the month.

Join us for our weekly free wine tastings at The Royce.

Queer Connect. For queer entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners. FREE COCKtails & MOCKtails NETWORKING. 21+

Queer Connect

A networking event for queer entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners with free cocktails and mocktails.

A weekly writing group with a prompt, held every Monday at Eli Tea Bar.

Monday Night Writers Group

Weekly trivia night every Tuesday at Eli Tea Bar, starting at 7:30 pm.

Trivia Tuesdays

A casual Dungeons & Dragons game for teens to enjoy storytelling, strategy, and hanging out.

A social LGBTQ+ running group that meets weekly for 5K or 10K runs around Ferndale followed by hanging out at a local spot.

Weekly trivia night every Tuesday at 7:30 pm at Eli Tea Bar Chicago.

Participate in our Wine School classes to learn more about wines.

Wine School Session

A drag show event featuring spooky and horror-themed trivia.

See Nini Coco, a Season 18 Front Runner from RuPaul's Drag Race, LIVE at FIVE15. Featuring a lineup including Sabin, La Bubbleina, Natty Apple, Halo Maxima, Vivian Aphrodisia, and Whitney Naomi.

Five15 Royal Oak

Nini Coco LIVE at FIVE15

A drag show featuring Nini Coco from RuPaul's Drag Race performing live at FIVE15.

A weekly writing group held at Eli Tea Bar, where participants gather every Monday at 19:00 to work on writing prompts. The session begins promptly at 7 pm, with prompts announced shortly after. Attendees should bring a notebook or paper and find an open seat at the venue.

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.

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Sunday Tarot Readings

Queer Yoga

College Night

Sunday Service Karaoke at Pronto! Royal Oak

Spring Craft Fair

Rooted in Movement

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Upcoming Softball Game

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