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  • Gift Me Up Credit: CHPlAm
    December 9, 2023
    The holiday season is upon us and sometimes we tear our hair out trying to find the perfect gift. Sure eggnog, holiday films and, of course, Queen of Christmas Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You,” can turn any Grinch into Saint Nick in minute, some can’t shake the fear of not locating the perfect gift. Whether it is for a white elephant party, that special someone or your fur baby, never fear the gay elves are always here to assist. Let these local...
  • Pride 2.0 Credit: Tasha Gorel
    December 4, 2023
    What’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...
  • Let's Get Lit Credit: Houston First Corp.
    November 27, 2023
    Cher 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...
  • Hot LGBTQ+ Holiday Events in Houston Credit: ChPlAm
    November 22, 2023
    You’ve decked the halls and now it’s time to party! The holiday season is a perfect time to gather with friends for a festive night out or to party with a purpose—or both. Embrace your inner Mariah Carey and check out our list of hot LGBTQ+ holiday events around town this season. Trinity Episcopal Church Midtown’s “Drag Me To Church” December 5, 2023 Trinity Episcopal Church Midtown is hosting a drag fundraiser, “Drag Me To Church” on...
  • Gobble Up These Thanksgiving Ideas Credit: ChPlAm (licensed)
    November 11, 2023
    Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching and while most of us associate the holiday with family, food and football, it is so much more. It is about taking the time to give thanks and reflect on all the positive things in life. Luckily, for those looking to get out of the house and make new memories, there are events and many places to eat for those who belong on Worst Cooks in America . Take the stress out of this holiday and pass the responsibilities on to one of these Houston places. Fabulous Food
  • Rich’s is Back Girl! Credit: RICH'S Houston
    October 28, 2023
    Rich’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...
  • Halloween Night to Remember Credit: The Boulet Brothers
    October 21, 2023
    It is "spooky" season, and you know what that means. It is time to bust out your most creative costume, grab your friends, and bar hop for the best drink specials. As always, most Houston LGBTQ+ bars are bringing out all the stops to scare everyone with a good time. And when it comes to costumes, if you want to win a contest, might we suggest not dressing as Ken or Barbie - there will be many of them! If you can't go out on Halloween for some reason, you can still celebrate...
  • Meet Queer Artist Hugo Perez Credit: Stephanie Beltran
    August 15, 2023
    As a graduate of The Art Institute of Houston, Hugo Perez has made a career of depicting narratives of marginalized communities through imagery including painting, illustration, collage, and even sculpture. Drawing inspiration from his own family members, the figures in his work capture various states of action and movement, symbolizing several things all at once: the migration experience and navigating two cultures. His art has been acquired in Europe, the U.S., and Central America. We sat down
  • Out@TUTS Credit: TUTS
    July 30, 2023
    The beloved Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has already announced the full lineup for the 2023/24 season with a special invitation to you. All LGBTQ+ musical theatre fans (and friends) are invited to an extraordinary night during the run of each show, Out@TUTS! After the curtain goes down, the party continues with complimentary bites, drink specials, and live music hosted by the Broadway Beauty of Texas, Regina Thorne-DuBois. Mingle with the cast and crew members, sing a few show tunes, and
  • Discover the mysteries of the Hot House Credit: Taylor Kallio
    July 8, 2023
    Summer is perfect for spending some hours at a gallery or museum and getting inspired by art. If you and your partner are art lovers, Hot House is for you. This exhibition, running through September 9 at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft (HCCC), features contemporary lace creations and larger-than-life electroluminescent installations by the Brooklyn-based fiber artist Layla Klinger. Born in Tel Aviv, Klinger (they/them) works with fiber, light and electric currents to investigate
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