Gender is not an ideology but conservative groups know learning about it empowers people to think for themselves qburgh.com/gender-is-no...

Thanksgiving hits different when you’re queer and honestly, we make it better. Whether you’re finding joy with chosen family, honoring decolonial practices, or making space for your own peace and boundaries, we see you. What’s your queer Thanksgiving tradition?

Why Spiritual Well-Being Matters in the LGBTQ+ Community. A personal journey toward finding peace, belonging, and a spiritual home beyond traditional religion.

In honor of November being National ED Awareness Month, we’re diving into how ED shows up in cisgender men and trans/gender-diverse folks, what’s behind it, and how to take proactive, affirming steps forward.

TransYOUniting celebrated its tenth anniversary on Saturday with the "Gilded Decade Gala," an evening of awards, performance, and reflection held at Sunken Bus Studios.

Suicide claims more Gen Z lives than previous generation. A federal initiative was formed to reduce suicides among Black young people and children, with Pennsylvania among the states chosen to make state-specific policy plans. qburgh.com/suicide-clai...

Never underestimate audience desire for good-looking rich people falling in love; it’s a tradition as old as movies. “Red, White & Royal Blue” invites you to a wedding. qburgh.com/red-white-ro...

AIDS Free Pittsburgh is your resource for finding HIV testing, HIV care, and related services. Just enter your zip code, select a service area and find providers near you. www.aidsfreepittsburgh.org/resource-fin...

The Fall 2025 season of Stonewall Ultimate concluded under dramatic skies with an evening of weather delays, intense matchups, and a community-focused awards ceremony. qburgh.com/stonewall-ul...

Queer plans > no plans. Check out where to go, who to see, and how to be seen. 💃🕺 qburgh.com/events/

Mayor-elect Corey O’Connor has nominated Jason Lando, an openly gay, longtime Pittsburgh police officer and current chief in Frederick, Maryland, as the city’s next Chief of Police.

Legendary filmmaker John Waters reflects on what rebellion looks like now, what it meant then, and why humor might be our last defense. qburgh.com/john-waters/

Love in the Lavender Scare: ‘Fellow Travelers’ Takes the Pittsburgh Opera Stage qburgh.com/fellow-trave...

Stonewall Kickball Pittsburgh just wrapped up their largest season ever with 538 players across 30 teams in three divisions. Congratulations to the Bottoms of the 9th, Look What You Made Me Kick, and Kick in a Box.

Life, Death and Drag. “Rains Over Babel” makes its Pittsburgh premiere on Thursday, November 13 as part of the Three Rivers Film Festival. qburgh.com/rains-over-b...

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday refused to take up the appeal of Kim Davis without comment. Marriage equality is still the law of the land, and Kim Davis lost again.

From queer horror to action blockbusters, Katy O'Brian is reshaping the screen on her own terms. Katy spoke with us about her mission to tell bold, boundary-pushing stories that matter.

After Opening Arguments, Supreme Court May Strike Down Bans on Conversion Therapies qburgh.com/supreme-cour...

Antifa Stands For Anti-Fascist. Because Fascism Is Bad. So It’s Good To Be Anti-Fascist. qburgh.com/good-to-be-a...

Love in the Lavender Scare! Witness love, loss, and resistance as the Pittsburgh Opera run of 'Fellow Travelers’ takes the stage November 14–16 at the Byham Theater.

The Pittsburgh Equality Center made a dazzling debut with its inaugural Equality Gala on Friday at City Winery Pittsburgh, bringing together a radiant cross-section of queer joy, activism, and community glam.

Your LGBTQ weekend forecast: 100% chance of queer events and fierce vibes. 🌦️🏳️🌈 qburgh.com/events/

Metro Community Health Center provides integrated medical, mental health, and dental care to ALL, regardless of the ability to pay. metrocommunityhealthcenter.org.

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump-era policy banning trans people from updating the gender markers on passports to take effect. Trans people had been able to change gender markers on their passports since 1992.

Li Shiu Tong: The man behind Magnus Hirschfeld qburgh.com/li-shiu-tong...

In a groundbreaking win for LGBTQ+ representation and grassroots leadership, Erica Deuso has been elected mayor of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, making her the first openly transgender mayor in our state’s history.

Allies for Health + Wellbeing is Moving and Growing qburgh.com/allies-for-h...

This wasn’t just dinner; this was a whole damn feast. On Sunday, Velum Fermentation transformed into a full-blown queer fantasy with drag royalty in the house for "Another Dinner" featuring Lexi from RuPaul’s Drag Race and Fantasia Royale Gaga of Dragula fame. qburgh.com/lexi-fantasia/

Love becomes a casualty of what it takes to “play the game” in Washington for two gay men in US State Department during the McCarthy era Lavender Scare. Catch Fellow Travelers at the Byham Theater, Nov 14-16 opera based on Thomas Mallon’s critically-acclaimed novel! qburgh.com/fellowtravel...

The Pittsburgh Equality Center is honoring local LGBTQ+ champions at its first-ever Equality Gala, happening November 7! This year’s honorees are Richard Allison, Katie Siani, and Amanda Neatour. qburgh.com/pittsburgh-e...

Bella Thorne wraps up ‘Color Your Hurt,’ Terence Stamp will appear posthumously in ‘Priscilla 2,’ Rami Malek goes gay again in ‘The Man I Love,’ and Kenan Thompson is giving ‘Sleepaway Camp’ another stab. qburgh.com/bella-thorne...

Miles Heizer on how his lived queer experience helps tell a gay Marine’s story in 'Boots' with rare authenticity and why that matters.

The UN calls conversion therapy ‘torture.’ Could the Supreme Court greenlight it anyway? qburgh.com/conversion-t...

With ghosts trying to win their body back, devils and drag queens, “Rains Over Babel” is the perfect Dia de Los Muertos afterparty, sort of a grown-up, LGBTQ+ “Coco.” Making its Pittsburgh premiere on November 13 as part of the Three Rivers Film Festival.

The 2025 Pittsburgh Equality Gala brings together LGBTQIA+ community members, allies, and advocates for a night of joy, reflection, and collective action. Experience an unforgettable night filled with dinner, performances, and dancing. Get your tickets today! www.pghequalitycenter.org/gala

Witch, please! It’s Halloween weekend! Here’s your lineup of spooky, sparkly, and scandalous LGBTQ events! qburgh.com/events/

Pittsburgh’s Queer History, Digitized and Alive! A portion of the Q Archives has launched for LGBTQ History Month.

What LGBTQ+ topics do you want more of? What are the stories that matter most to you? The survey only takes about 3 minutes and as a thank-you, you’ll be entered to win a $50 gift card! form.typeform.com/to/qN6lZtYz

Nearly five months after a disruptive and heavily scrutinized “compliance check," P Town Bar has officially received its updated occupancy certificate, bringing closure to the "raid" saga.

Our Queerness is on the Line (Again) in November qburgh.com/our-queernes...

On Saturday, November 1, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Hugh Lane Wellness will host Stuff-A-Jeep at 925 Brighton Road. Help fill two Jeeps with non-perishable food, cleaning supplies, and body care essentials to sustain community members through the days ahead. qburgh.com/food-assista...

From silence to action: Day of Silence co-founder vows ‘We’re not going anywhere’ qburgh.com/we-re-not-go...

On the pod: Steel City Stonewall Democrats break down the critical races in Allegheny County and beyond. Judicial retentions to queer candidates running for local office, Ian gives us the tea on the power of queer visibility in politics. qburgh.com/podcast-stee...

More than 100 LGBTQ+ Pennsylvanians and allies gathered on the steps of the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Sunday for a statewide march and rally demanding equal rights, protections, and access to affirming healthcare.

While her opponent has ties to anti-vax and COVID-conspiracy theories, Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling has fought against LGBTQ book bans as a library trustee. Madonna-Emmerling is running for Allegheny County Council District 1. qburgh.com/kathleen-mad...

Pink Pistols Pittsburgh is a new local LGBTQ group focused on responsible self-defense training and inclusive education. From free firearms safety classes to non-lethal defense workshops, they’re creating space for queer folks to feel safer and more confident. qburgh.com/inside-pink-...

RuPaul’s Drag Race: how mainstream drag is losing its political, activist and community focus qburgh.com/drag-race-lo...

Local laws filled the federal void for LGBTQ+ rights and offer a path forward today qburgh.com/local-laws-f...

In a wide-ranging interview, legendary filmmaker John Waters discussed with us past and present rebellion, gay alimony, and making up fake titles to drive book banners crazy.

Plot your perfect queer weekend with this lineup of fabulousness. 💋 qburgh.com/events/