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December 11, 2024The holiday season is here, and 'shopping small' is the name of the game! Supporting local businesses is a great way to make a major impact while scoring some unique finds at the same time. Whether you’re heading out to shop til you drop, or knocking out your gift list online, Houston has some excellent LGBTQ+ owned and friendly businesses worth shopping at this holiday season! Bespoke By GJCD Knick knacks for your home, decor that wows, art that makes a statement, and so much... -
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November 25, 2024We could all use a little extra cheer this year, and what better way than ringing in the holiday season with some holiday cocktails and immersive light experiences? Whether it’s a festive happy hour, a date night, or gathering with friends, we’ve got you covered on the top LGBTQ+ friendly holiday events in H-Town! LIGHTS City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic November 22 – December 31, 2024 There’s no better place to get into the holiday spirit than in the heart of... -
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November 18, 2024We are Fa-la-la-la-Living for the holidays in Houston! From drag shows to spirited friendly competitions and ice skating to joyful concerts, the city will be abuzz this year with plenty of ways to celebrate the holidays. Check out our roundup of ways to celebrate the season below! Chamber Holiday Food & Supply Drive by Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber Foundation Thursday, November 21, 8 am to 7 pm This holiday season, the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber Foundation invites all to come together... -
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November 14, 2024Fall has arrived, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Whether you celebrate Turkey Day with family, chosen family, or friends, Houston has delicious bites and seasonal things to do in honor of the holiday. Throw on your holiday best, and check out the Thanksgiving roundup below! Fabulous Food Are you looking for a side dish to bring to family dinner or craving a non-traditional bite that will offset your tryptophan intake? Check out these restaurants that will give you plenty to be -
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July 30, 2024OUT@TUTS, the official LGBTQ+ after party hosted by Houston’s home for musical theatre, is back for another fabulous season at Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS)! The upcoming 2024-2025 Season is jam-packed with contemporary musicals that will delight Houston audiences and the renowned theater company is thrilled to celebrate inclusion, joy, and the LGBTQ+ community with drag, raffles, light bites, and more! Save the date and get your tickets today for the official OUT@TUTS performance dates... -
March 26, 2024Pride Month is set to be more epic than ever before in Bayou City thanks to two separate celebrations in June! Houston’s New Faces of Pride and Pride Houston 365 are the organizations hosting Pride festivities with plenty of activities and fun for the entire community and allies to look forward to. Here is what each organization has slated for this year: HOUSTON’S NEW FACES OF PRIDE With promises to “present Pride like never before”, Houston’s New Faces of... -
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March 22, 2024A new leader has emerged at The Montrose Center, one of the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ centers in Houston. Avery Belyeu was recently appointed chief executive officer of the nonprofit organization following Dr. Ann J. Robison's retirement. Belyeu’s passion for advocacy and supporting members of the queer community from all walks of life made her the perfect choice following the board of directors’ extensive nationwide search. Following her appointment, Belyeu became the... -
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December 4, 2023What’s better than one Pride organization? Two! The dynamic Houston LGBTQ+ community cultivates rich, fertile ground for new ideas, faces and leadership. This is progress in action. Welcome to the stage, Houston’s New Faces of Pride! The new nonprofit, which launched in October 2023, aims to spotlight LGBTQ+ organizations year-round by making philanthropy one of the main cornerstones of their mission. Bryan Cotton, president and founder, and his board of directors have hit the... -
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November 27, 2023Cher has released her holiday album, Mariah Carey has begun her “Queen of Christmas” duties, and Houston is illuminated with twinkle lights around the city. That can only mean one thing—the holiday season has officially arrived! Strolling about and enjoying holiday lights is a perfect and affordable way to soak up the magic of the city, all while making the yuletide gay. City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic, presented by Shell Energy, invites guests to celebrate the holiday... -
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October 28, 2023Rich’s has been a staple in Houston club scene since it was birthed in the early 1980s. The two-story, mega dance club became known as the “Studio 54 of the South,” guaranteeing bumpin’ beats, great drinks and a massive dancefloor that could fit hundreds. The lovechild of Jeff Harmon, he always had bigger plans for Rich’s to be more versatile and he recently found a way to make his dream a reality. “Back in 2016, I saw there was an aspect of the Houston...
