Want to hear your favorite song at Queer Prom?  Fill out this form with Oasis Appropriate music to jam out with your friends #OasisQueerProm2026

You read it right - you have 74 days to plan your look, invite all your friends, and coordinate transportation for Queer Prom 2026! This event is for queer youth AND allies ages 14-24. Scan the QR code or visit our Linktree in our bio to RSVP ASAP!

This week at Oasis Youth Center, where Queer Youth thrive!

Come join us at Lakewood Satellite in February for these exciting activities. Sharpen your writing skills, win a game, dive into art, and share your wisdom! These programs are at our Lakewood Satellite located in the back of St Mary's Episcopal Church, 10630 Gravelly Lake Drive SW.

Oasis' annual Queer Prom is BACK! Join us April 18, 2026, from 7–11 pm at Pacific Lutheran University for an InterGAYlactic night of queer joy, dancing, and community Ages 14–24 Queer youth & allies welcome $2 Suggested Donation

Oasis' 2026 Events! Save the date and stay tuned for more information.

This week at Oasis!

This week at Oasis!

This week at Oasis Youth Center!

Our annual Health and Gender Bazaar is just around the corner on Saturday, February 28th, from 12-5 pm! Get ready for an afternoon of amazing resources and connections to so many wonderful organizations. We will be hosting it at the University of Washington Tacoma's William Phillips Hall.

Welcome back from winter break! This week at Oasis:

This Week at Oasis: Tuesday is QTIPOC 5-8 pm. We will be closed the rest of the week in observance of the holidays!

Today, he’s the Pierce County Executive, but back in 2001, Ryan Mello was freshly out of college and found community at Oasis. Please join Ryan with a contribution to support Oasis today. bit.ly/supportoasisyouth

Please donate today to support resources and queer joy for young people. For 40 years, Oasis has provided thousands of youth consistency and safety in our center. We are still here and still queer—and we plan to be for the next generation, too. Give today!

This week at Satellite! We're bringing the crafts to Lakewood in this staff-led felt sewing workshop. All you need to bring are your ideas. See you on Wednesday, December 17th, between 1:30 and 5 pm!

This week at Oasis!

You're invited to our Youth Holiday Pajama Party! Put on your favorite Oasis-appropriate PJs, and we'll handle the rest. Karaoke Roulette, hot cocoa, crafts, gift bags and more! 4-9pm on Saturday, December 13th. Programming is for LGBTQIA+ youth 14-24 who have or are willing to complete an intake.

This week at Oasis!

This week at Oasis!

Along with our regularly scheduled programming, here are some of the things to look forward to this month.

Comment your favorite holiday foods! ✨ Home for the Holidays is coming up in just a couple weeks - on December 5th. Remember to register ASAP! See our QR code, or a click-able link can be found in our Linktree, in our bio.

This week at Oasis! Please note our holiday closures on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

You’re invited Home for the Holidays! Join us for a free celebration with food, crafts, performances, gifts, photos with Santa, community resources, and more! Open to all queer youth and allied community members on Friday, December 5th from 4-8PM. Register today! bit.ly/OasisH4H2025

This week at Oasis!

This week at Oasis! These programs are for LGBTQ+ Youth Ages 14-24. If you are new and would like to join us in any of these programs please contact us: [email protected] 253-671-2838

Drumroll please... The Queer Prom 2026 theme is: INTER-GAY-LACTIC BALL! Join us for the ultimate out-of-this-world celebration for queer youth. #OasisQueerProm2026 #SpaceToBeYou

We’re bringing the cozy vibes to art night! Saturday, November 8th from 7-8PM, join us for a night of crafting your own plush friends, community, and creativity. All supplies provided, no experience needed. Just bring your imagination!

Friday we have drop-in from 4-10pm and Friday Forum from 7-8pm. On Saturday we have drop-in from 4-10pm, with Art Night 7-8pm. These programs are for LGBTQ+ Youth Ages 14-24. If you are new and would like to join us in any of these programs please contact us: [email protected] 253-671-2838

November at Oasis! Along with our regularly scheduled programming, here are some of the things to look forward to this month!

You’re invited to Home for the Holidays! Join us for a free celebration with food, crafts, performances, gifts, photos with Santa, community resources, and more! Open to all queer youth and allied community members on Friday, December 5th from 4-8PM. Register today! bit.ly/OasisH4H2025

Oasis Queer Prom is coming up! Mark your Calendars for April 18th 2026! Stay tuned for our theme announcement coming soon 👀 #OasisQueerProm2026

Our Youth Council is currently planning Queer Prom 2026! We are so excited to see what they come up with this year. Keep an eye out for the save-the-date coming soon. #OasisQueerProm2026

Oasis Youth Center is looking for donations in a wide variety of sizes for our upcoming clothing swap! Our swaps are highly attended and requested by our youth. If you have any gently used clothing or accessories, please contact us: [email protected] or 253-671-2838 to coordinate drop-off.

This week at Oasis! Join us for QTIPOC, Lakewood Satellite, Check-In, Queer Youth Rock, and Trunk-or-Treat.

Get ready for Oasis' annual Trunk or Treat! Join us for candy, costumes and community Saturday, October 25th from 5-7PM at Oasis Youth Center. (1 of 2)

Can YOU find the new Oasis Paver? During the Washington State Fair's recent Gold Gate remodel, we had the opportunity to make our mark! Help us celebrate by finding and snapping a photo of our paver to receive a prize the next time you come in to drop-in! #DoThePuyallup

We're finishing GetOut! strong in September! These are your last chances to tally up points and win prizes at the GetOut! Celebration at the end of the month.

Would you like to develop your leadership skills, get free trainings, and help plan Oasis's annual Queer Prom? This cycle of Youth Council might be for you! Apply now! Scan the QR code or apply here: bit.ly/FallOYC

Shoutout to Mt Rainier Scenic Railroad for conducting such a great experience for our youth — you really engineered some lasting memories!

Join us for a wonderful community gathering to celebrate 40 years of Oasis and to celebrate the impact that Oasis alumni have had on Oasis and the queer community of Tacoma! Who: Oasis Alumni, Volunteers, and Staff ages 25 and up! RSVP Now: bit.ly/OasisAlumniN...

This week at Oasis Youth Center! Queer Youth Rock and a trip to Transparent Closet!

Due to a plumbing issue at Oasis, programming for this Friday, the 15th, has been moved to the main branch of the Tacoma Public Library, located upstairs in Write253's space (1102 Tacoma Ave S.). Please join us there from 4 to 8pm!

Did you know? Oasis Youth Center has a growing Amazon wish list. If you're looking for a meaningful way to support Oasis, please consider ordering the youth some snacks or games using the linktree in our bio.

We're celebrating 40 years! Whether you attended Oasis 2 years ago or ten, come reconnect and share space at our Alumni Night with fellow alums, volunteers and staff. RSVP using the Linktree in our bio. August 22nd from 5-8PM. The location is TBD so save the date and stay tuned!

Join us at Oasis Youth Center for these programs this week!

August at Oasis! We're finishing the Summer strong with GetOut! Save the date for our annual Alumni Night, Friday, August 22nd.

Come in for a completely FREE gender-affirming haircut. First come, first served - so drop in from 4-10 pm on Thursday, August 7th for a trim!

Register today for our 2025 Leadership Summit! Join us for a free and queer camp experience. bit.ly/OasisSummit2...

Join us for our first in-person Leadership Summit since 2018! An all-inclusive, FREE camp experience for ALL queer youth ages 14-24.

Join us at Oasis this week for these exciting programs! Open to Queer Youth ages 14-24.