PRIDE 365: Southern California LGBTQIA+ events
Check out our list of events and celebrations for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies in Southern California
Here's a list of events and celebrations for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies in Southern California.
The Queer Mercado
Every 3rd Saturday
East LA Civic Center
instagram.com/thequeermercado
Circa - Queer Histories Festival
October 2024
Various locations throughout Los Angeles County
Celebrating seven decades of service to the LGBTQ+ community, One Institute presents Circa, the first and only LGBTQ+ history festival in the United States.
circafestival.org
Our Patch: LGBTQ+ Life from Cradle to Grave
September 29 - October 31
Advocate & Gochis Galleries
This exhibition, presented by One Institute, showcases never-before-seen materials from the newly cataloged collections at ONE Archives at USC Libraries.
circafestival.com/ourpatchlifefromcradletograve
Desire Lines Screening
October 24, 7pm
Laemmle Royal
Join the film screening that speaks to the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. This award-winning film from the Sundance Film Festival.
desirelinesfilm.com
The Future of Queer History - LGBTQ+ Writers on the Election
October 27, 7pm
Renberg Theatre
The closing plenary will feature a candid discussion on the critical issues facing queer communities in the high-stakes race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
circafestival.com/thefutureofqueerhistory
Greater Palm Springs Pride
October 31 - November 3
2024's edition marks the festival's 38th anniversary as a free festival bringing a diverse community together.
pspride.org
15th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 1, 5pm
The Abbey Food & Bar
Join the tree lighting ceremony, held for 15 years in support of the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation on World AIDS Day, raising funds to provide global HIV/AIDS services, including care, prevention, advocacy, and education.
abbeyweho.com
It's A Drag To Give
December 7, 7pm
Altar Society
Join this unforgettable night as local community members step into the spotlight as first-time drag performers, all to raise funds for Long Beach nonprofits!
itsadragtogive.com
Winter Fest Funday
December 8, 12pm-8pm
The Medallion
Get ready to celebrate the season at the DTLA Proud Winter Festival! With 60+ local vendors, 20 amazing non-profits, live performances, and DJs bringing the vibes.
dtlaproud.com
SugarPlum Fairies
December 14-15
Saban Theatre, Beverly Hills
Come celebrate the season with friends, family, and the community as GMCLA's 200 members sing their hearts out and dance 25 songs that celebrate holiday choral traditions.
gmcla.org
To have your SoCal LGBTQIA-focused Pride Month event listed here, contact john.squatritto@abc.com.
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