Houston LGBTQ+ events
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Coming up
Refreshed Nov 5, 2026
- To Nov 8On now, 2026Neuhaus Theatre, Alley Theatre · 615 Texas AveWorld premiere play by Gloria Majule, directed by Shariffa Ali, at the Alley Theatre.
- To Dec 31On now, 2026MD Anderson Library, floor 1, University of HoustonA UH Libraries exhibit drawing on the UH LGBT History Research Collection, tracing Houston's LGBTQ community from the 1940s to today.
Source: OutSmart
- Nov 13Fri, 20267 to 9 PM · Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Caroline Wiess Law Building · 1001 Bissonnet StYony Leyser's 2017 documentary on the queer punk movement, screened with community partner Big Queer Picture Show.
Source: OutSmart calendar
- Nov 14Sat, 20267 PM · The RevaireThe fourth annual gala for Allies in Hope, supporting its HIV, housing and food programs. The 2026 theme is high fashion.
Source: Allies in Hope
- Nov 15Sun, 2026Through Nov 21, 2026 · Several Houston locationsThe Mahogany Project's week of events for 2026, themed A Fairy's Tale, including an awards brunch, a community dinner and Reign in Paradise.
Source: The Mahogany Project
- Nov 15Sun, 2026Noon to 3 PM · Sesh CoworkingAn awards brunch and fundraiser honoring Black and POC trans and gender-nonconforming Houstonians and their allies.
Source: The Mahogany Project
- Nov 16Mon, 20267 to 9:30 PM · SERCA WinesA tasting of six Spanish dessert and fortified wines paired with Spanish desserts, part of the Spanish Wine Series. This one is desserts only, not a full dinner.
Source: OutSmart calendar
- Nov 18Wed, 20266 to 7 PM · The Montrose Center · 401 Branard StA session on what hormone replacement therapy is, the options for transgender people, how to get started and what to expect. Registration is on the event page.
Source: The Montrose Center
- Nov 18Wed, 20266 to 9 PM · Assembly HTXAn annual community meal and gathering for the Black TQLGBIA+ community, with food and conversation.
Source: The Mahogany Project
- Nov 19Thu, 20266 to 7 PM · Mary Jo Peckham ParkA community vigil with names read aloud, flameless candles and speakers. Trans Voices Houston will provide resources and remembrance items.
Source: OutSmart calendar
- Nov 19Thu, 2026Through Nov 20, 2026 · Ley Student Center, Rice UniversityThe Mahogany Project's annual Transgender Day of Remembrance event, with a memorial viewing on Thursday and a celebration of life on Friday.
Source: The Mahogany Project
- Nov 21Sat, 2026Seating at 11 AM, show at noon · Punch Line Houston · 1204 Caroline StCynthia Lee Fontaine presents a Saturday drag brunch at this downtown comedy club. It is 18 and over with ID.
Source: Out x Out
- Nov 24Tue, 20266 to 9 PM · The Montrose Center · 401 Branard StA free catered Thanksgiving dinner for transgender people, family, friends and allies of all ages, with vegan and vegetarian options, a game room and a quiet room.
Source: The Montrose Center
- Nov 28Sat, 20265:30 to 9 PM · Houston, in person and streamed live. Venue not listed yet.A Pride Houston World AIDS Day community show, hosted by Titan Capri.
Source: Pride Houston
- Dec 1Tue, 2026Observances across HoustonA day of observances around Houston. The full 2026 program was not posted at the last check. Pride Houston is marking it early with STATUS: Houston Live on Nov 28.
Details to be confirmed. Related source: Pride Houston
- Dec 5Sat, 2026Through Dec 6, 2026 · MATCH · 3400 Main StHouston Pride Band's annual holiday show, with two performances. Tickets are on sale through the band.
Source: Houston Pride Band
- Dec 12Sat, 20266:30 to 9 PM · SERCA WinesBring a bottle of Spanish wine as your admission to this tasting, or pay at the door. Paid tickets fund the next tasting.
Source: OutSmart calendar
- Dec 19Sat, 2026Seating at 11 AM, show at noon · Punch Line Houston · 1204 Caroline StCynthia Lee Fontaine presents a Saturday drag brunch at this downtown comedy club. It is 18 and over with ID.
Source: Out x Out
- Dec 19Sat, 20266 to 7 PM · Discovery Green · 1500 McKinney StA free, family-friendly outdoor holiday concert of carols and festive favorites from Pride Chorus Houston.
Source: Pride Chorus Houston
- Dec 31Thu, 2026Through Jan 1, 2027 · Numbers · 300 Westheimer RdNumbers' New Year's Eve party at its Westheimer club. Check the club's calendar for the lineup and cover.
Source: numbersnightclub.com
- Feb 4Thu, 20276:30 to 9:30 PM · Venue to be announcedPride Houston announces its 2027 Grand Marshal nominees and reveals the year's official logo.
Source: Pride Houston
- Feb 6Sat, 20278 to 9 PM · Cullen Theater, Wortham Theater CenterPride Chorus Houston celebrates Black artists and their influence on American pop, from Big Mama Thornton to Beyoncé.
Source: Pride Chorus Houston
- Feb 21Sun, 20275 to 9 PM · Venue to be announcedLocal DJs compete over three rounds to become the official DJ of the 2027 Houston Pride Parade.
Source: Pride Houston
- Mar 2Tue, 2027Through Mar 21, 2027 · NRG ParkThe Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo returns in March. Out at the Rodeo's 2027 date has not been announced.
Source: rodeohouston.com
- Apr 3Sat, 2027Venue to be announcedHRC Houston's annual dinner and fundraiser. The date is on HRC's events page, and the venue and ticket prices were not listed at our last check.
Source: HRC Houston
- Jun 12Sat, 20278 to 9 PM · Cullen Theater, Wortham Theater CenterPride Chorus Houston's Pride concert of anthems of pride, resilience and joy.
Source: Pride Chorus Houston
- Jun 20Sun, 20273 to 8 PM · Venue to be announcedPride Houston's official pool party opens Pride Week with DJs, cocktails and performances.
Source: Pride Houston
- Jun 24Thu, 2027Venue to be announcedPride Houston's official fashion show, with a red carpet, Houston designers and entertainment. Check Pride Houston for the start time.
Source: Pride Houston
- Jun 25Fri, 2027Through Jun 26, 2027 · Venue to be announcedPride Houston's official Women+ party, 21 and over.
Source: Pride Houston
- Jun 26Sat, 2027Festival from 11 AM, parade at 7:30 PM · Houston City Hall · 901 Bagby StThe official Pride Houston festival and parade downtown. Festival admission is $10, and the evening parade is free.
Source: Pride Houston
Nothing dated is listed right now. This week’s OutSmart roundup has the latest.
Every week
- The Broad's WayEvery Monday, 9 to 11:30 PM, Michael's Outpost
- BasuraEvery Monday at 11 PM, Ripcord Houston
- Snatch'd Drag NightSome Tuesdays at 10:30 PM, Ripcord Houston
- Queen KaraokeEvery Tuesday, 9 to 11 PM, Pearl Bar
- HumpDay HoneysEvery Wednesday at 9 PM, Barcode
- Steak Night at George Country Sports BarEvery Thursday at 7 PM, George Country Sports Bar
- Line Dance Lessons at Neon BootsEvery Thursday, 7:30 to 9:30 PM, Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon
- Laugh Track Drag ShowEvery Thursday at 9 PM, Michael's Outpost
- Drag Bingo at Pearl BarEvery Thursday at 9 PM, Pearl Bar
- So You Think You Can DragEvery Thursday, 11 PM to 1 AM, JR's Bar & Grill
- Classic NumbersEvery Friday, doors at 9 PM, Numbers
- Sunday Service Drag BrunchEvery Sunday at 11 AM and 1 PM, The Montrose Country Club
- Super Sunday Drag ShowEvery Sunday, 11 PM to 1 AM, JR's Bar & Grill