Detroit

Events this weekend

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.

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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.

LGBTQ+ Community Center

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.

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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.

LGBTQ+ Events in Detroit This Weekend

Friday, February 27, 2026

DJ Set

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

Black Girl Magic

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Queer Parent Pop-Up

Take Detroit's queer scene with you

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Junk Jules Pop Up - Dairy and Gluten Free Treats

Ferndale Pride Fundraiser

Craft Club

DJ Set

Hump Day Karaoke & Music Trivia at Pronto! Royal Oak

Sunday Service Karaoke at Pronto! Royal Oak

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Drag Queen Trivia at Five15 Media

Take Detroit's queer scene with you