Phoenix

Phoenix’s queer community is growing rapidly, centered in Melrose District with a blend of clubs, bars, and arts venues. The city’s Pride festival and desert surroundings make it an emerging LGBTQ+ destination in the American Southwest.

Second clinic session for skill development.

Arizona Made Ice Forum

Clinic #2

Hockey: Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association

Electronic music performance by Nu Zau from Romania as part of the season opening night.

Walter Where?House

Nu Zau at Walter Where?House

A fundraising event titled 'Dancing for one·n·ten' scheduled for September 12 at the Tempe Center for the Arts to support LGBTQ youth programs.

Tempe Center for the Arts

Dancing for one·n·ten

one·n·ten

Phoenix Pride's event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with various activities and festivities.

Phoenix Pride Festival

Fall Into Pride

Phoenix Pride

Monthly themed vintage market featuring hand-picked antiques and decor.

Sweet Salvage

September 2026 Vintage Market at Sweet Salvage

Third clinic session for players in the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Clinic #3

A night event at Walter Wherehouse featuring glow-in-the-dark and bass music performances.

Walter Whetzel House

GLOW & ASSA

An electronic music event featuring Giolì & Assia, scheduled to take place on September 18, 2026, starting at 21:00 and ending at 02:00. The event will be held at Walter Where?House in Toronto. For more details, visit the event page.

Giolì & Assia at Walter Where?House

Third clinic session focusing on advanced skills.

A live electronic music performance by Swimming Paul as part of their North American tour.

Swimming Paul: North American Tour Part 2

First game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #1

Monthly board meeting of the Cactus Cities Softball League.

Online (Microsoft Teams)

CCSL Board Meeting - September 26, 2026

An event titled 'RED is the Night' scheduled for September 26, 2026. No additional details or description are provided.

Phoenix Zoo

RED is the Night

Celebrate National Coffee Day with a special coffee event at Fair Trade Cafe.

Fair Trade Cafe

National Coffee Day

Celebrate National Coffee Day at Fair Trade Cafe on September 29th, 2026. Enjoy a day dedicated to coffee with special offerings and activities. The event runs from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Join us for the happiest happy hour with show tunes, $2 drinks, free tacos, games, and trivia hosted by Aimee Justice Colby and DJ Pink Zebra.

Tacos & Tunes Happy Hour

Phoenix Pride's Erotic World features adult retail, entertainment, fetish demonstrations with Q&A, exotic dancers, and more at this all-adult venue.

Erotic World - Phoenix Pride

Enjoy an entertaining drag show at The Rock, one of Phoenix's premier gay bars.

The Rock

Drag Show at The Rock

A Halloween-themed walking tour in Jerome, Arizona, offering a 2-hour+ exploration of town’s historic and haunted outdoor locations. Participants will receive EMF readers, flashlights, and are encouraged to use cell phone cameras to capture orbs, streaks, or EVP. Tours are available in October, with special events like the Ghost Walk affecting scheduling. The tour is suitable for those interested in Jerome's ghostly history and Halloween festivities.

Jerome, AZ

Halloween Adventures in Jerome

A blackout-themed event scheduled for October 2026.

FLEXspas Phoenix

FLEX Spas Phoenix

Blackout Event in October 2026

Join us for our U-Haul Party! Choose your bracelet color: Green – Single & Available, Red – Taken, Yellow – Looking for Friends, Blue – DTF. Grab your bracelet, get your number, and if someone catches your eye, send them a note! Throughout the night, our haus.of.davis host will help keep the connections flowing while you enjoy great music, delicious drinks, and an atmosphere where everyone belongs.

Boycott Bar

U-Haul Party

A social party where attendees wear colored bracelets to indicate their relationship status or intentions and connect through notes and conversations.

Second game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #2

Join the Phoenix Pride Festival to support, engage, and empower the LGBTQ+ community with various events, performances, and activities.

Phoenix Pride Festival 2026

phoenixpride.org

Join us for karaoke in the showroom every Friday night.

Karaoke Night - Friday

Enjoy singing your favorite songs at our Saturday karaoke sessions.

Karaoke Night - Saturday

Start your week with fun karaoke nights every Monday.

Karaoke Night - Monday

Third game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #3

The 2026 BEAR Run to the East is a touring event organized by the Jaguar Club of Central Arizona, departing from Mesa and heading east to the Hon Dah Resort Casino in Pinetop. The event includes interesting stops such as Globe, where participants can enjoy coffee, doughnuts, and a self-guided tour of the Historic Jailhouse and Old Courthouse Art Gallery. The tour begins at 7:30 am from Rt 202 & Dobson Rd, with registration opening at that time. The event features various amenities including a tour book, badges, sponsor gifts, meals, snacks, and a raffle, with proceeds supporting Arizona Compassion in Action. Participants can also opt to extend their stay with overnight lodging at the group rate.

2026 BEAR Run to the East

Celebrating 20 years of Kobalt Bar with a weekend full of events including a Pride Extravaganza featuring Alyssa Edwards and other performances.

Egyptian Motor Hotel

GROOVE Poolside Venue

Kobalt 20th Anniversary Celebration Weekend

DJ Image

Enjoy an entertaining drag show at The Rock, one of the best gay bars in the Melrose District.

The Phoenix Pride Parade is a celebration that brings together the LGBTQ+ community and allies for a weekend of camaraderie and pride. The parade features over 2,000 participants, including decorated vehicles, colorful floats, and thousands of walkers, along a route on 3rd Street from E. Portland to Taylor Street. It attracts over 15,000 spectators and includes grand marshals, local luminaries, music, and entertainment. The parade concludes at the Arizona Center, which hosts the Phoenix Pride Festival. The event raises funds for Phoenix Pride and supports community grants and scholarship programs.

Phoenix Pride Parade Route

Phoenix Pride Parade

Sing your heart out during karaoke nights at The Rock on Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays.

Karaoke Night at The Rock

The Phoenix Pride Festival is a celebration of LGBTQ+ community and culture, scheduled for October 11, 2026. The event features various activities, including a pride parade, arts expo, kid space, erotic world, and entertainment. It aims to support, engage, and empower the community through diverse programming and initiatives. The festival also includes related events such as the Mx Pageant and Awards Reception. For more details, visit the official website.

Arizona Center

Join us for karaoke fun at The Rock on Saturday night.

Indulge in dinner and dessert in celebration of National Dessert Day at the Fair Trade Cafe.

National Dessert Day

Enjoy an entertaining drag show at The Rock, showcasing talented performers in a lively atmosphere.

The Kingman Route 66 Fest is a celebration of the Route 66 Centennial held at Lewis Kingman Park in Kingman, Arizona. The event features live music, classic car shows, a pin-up contest, vintage trailer displays, a fun zone with activities like ziplining, inflatables, and train rides, along with food and craft vendors. The festival runs from October 16 to 17, 2026, with activities scheduled from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM each day. It is free for spectators, with free parking available nearby.

Lewis Kingman Park

Kingman Route 66 Fest

Come sing your favorite songs during Monday karaoke at The Rock.

Fourth game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #4

Join us for a fun-filled karaoke night every Friday at The Rock, singing your favorite hits.

The Arts Expo is part of the Phoenix Pride Festival, showcasing artistic expressions and cultural exhibits. It is scheduled to take place on October 18, 2026, from 10:00 to 18:00. The event aims to celebrate LGBTQ+ community arts and foster community engagement.

Arts Expo - Phoenix Pride

Sing your heart out during karaoke nights at The Rock on Fridays.

Karaoke Night

Annual Pride Parade celebrating LGBTQ+ community with parade emcees, community grand marshal, official post parade tea dance, and performances.

3rd St and Thomas, Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix Pride Parade 2025

Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Inc.

Join us for karaoke on Saturday nights at The Rock.

Join us for karaoke every Friday, Saturday, and Monday night at The Rock.

Enjoy an entertaining drag show at The Rock, Phoenix's popular gay bar in the Melrose District.

A special October event with blackout-themed activities and music.

October Blackout Bash

Experience some of the best drag shows in town at The Rock.

Drag Show Night

Fifth game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #5

Join the Big Gay 5K event scheduled for October 24, 2026, starting at 09:00. Further details about the event are not provided.

Downtown Tucson & Armory Park

Big Gay 5K

A lively 5K race and celebration starting at Armory Park in Tucson.

CCSL Board Meeting - October 24, 2026

Halloween-themed party with a DJ, costumes encouraged, and spooky decorations.

Flex Atlanta

Blackout Party #11

Join us for karaoke in the showroom every Friday, Saturday, and Monday nights.

Karaoke Nights at The Rock

An awards ceremony recognizing local heroes at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown.

Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

Spotlight on Success Local Heroes Awards

One Community

Join us for karaoke nights every Friday, Saturday, and Monday at The Rock, where you can sing your heart out and enjoy a lively atmosphere.

Enjoy some of the best drag shows hosted at The Rock in Phoenix.

Drag Shows at The Rock

Come sing your favorite songs at our Saturday karaoke nights at The Rock, a fun night for all music lovers.

Karaoke Night - Saturdays

Experience some of the best drag shows hosted at The Rock.

Start your week with us at The Rock's Monday karaoke sessions, featuring a welcoming environment and great music.

Karaoke Night - Mondays

Celebrate the fall season with our October blackout event featuring live DJ sets and themed drinks.

October Blackout 2026

A social party at a bar where attendees wear colored bracelets to indicate their relationship status and interests while enjoying music and drinks.

Sixth game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #6

The event is titled 'Equality Arizona's Annual Gala' and is hosted by the Equality Arizona Foundation. It features various ticket options, including individual and group packages with different seating and amenities, such as reception access, theatre boxes, premium and VIP seats, and a VIP Meet and Greet with notable personalities. The gala aims to support Equality Arizona's mission, with fundraising options available. The event is scheduled for November 7, 2026, from 17:00 to 21:00, and will be held at 5601 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA.

Equality Arizona's Annual Gala

Equality Arizona

A retreat dedicated to supporting trans and non-binary youth, providing a space for community building, workshops, and resources. The event is scheduled for November 13, 2026, with no specified start or end times. Further details and registration information can be found on the event page.

Trans & Non-Binary Youth Retreat

one•n•ten

Seventh game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #7

The event is the JCCA Concours d'Elegance / Auto Showcase, scheduled for November 15, 2026, from 09:00 to 13:00. It features a display of classic and luxury automobiles, including British, European, and American cars, at the location associated with the event. The event includes activities such as a concours, car displays, and possibly a tour or showcase of vehicles.

Unspecified Venue

JCCA Concours d'Elegance / Auto Showcase

Join us for karaoke in the showroom on Friday night and sing your favorite songs.

CCSL Board Meeting - November 21, 2026

Annual zoo light display with nearly four million lights, dazzling displays, Wildlife Lanterns, and a synchronized light show.

Phoenix Zoo Lights

Celebrate the festive season with spectacular light displays, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.

Main Street, Downtown Phoenix

Holiday Lights Festival

Lights, Santa, and wildlife at Tucson’s Reid Park Zoo during select nights in December and January.

Reid Park Zoo

Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo

A social party at a bar where attendees wear colored bracelets to indicate their relationship status and connection interests.

Eighth game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #8

Pride game for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

Game #9 Pride

CCSL Board Meeting - December 19, 2026

A social party where LGBTQ+ people can connect using colored bracelets to indicate their relationship status or interest level.

Tenth game of the season for the Arizona Legacy Pride Hockey Association.

LGBTQ+ Events in Phoenix

Today

Clinic #2

Nu Zau at Walter Where?House

Dancing for one·n·ten

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Fall Into Pride

Thursday, September 17, 2026

September 2026 Vintage Market at Sweet Salvage

Today

Clinic #2

Nu Zau at Walter Where?House

Dancing for one·n·ten

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Fall Into Pride

Thursday, September 17, 2026

September 2026 Vintage Market at Sweet Salvage

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