Signature Events

Each year, The Center hosts several signature events that bring together thousands of community members, activists, creatives, and philanthropists in support of vital services and programs for New York's LGBTQ+ community. Our events help increase awareness of vital issues, raise critical funds, and create moments of joy for our community.

Broadway Backwards

March 2027
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A celebration of LGBTQ+ stories told through the great songs of musical theater.

LGBTQ+ Community Iftar

March 2027
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A safe and brave space for queer LGBTQ+ Muslims and allies to break fast during Ramadan.

Transgender Day of Visibility

March 2027
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A day to celebrate TGNC visibility and honor trans brilliance with community members and allies.

Center Dinner

April 2027
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The Center’s signature LGBTQ+ nonprofit fundraising gala, raising vital funds to sustain life-saving programs and services.

Lesbian Visibility Week

April 2027
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A week celebrating the incredible creativity, leadership, and resilience of lesbians making an impact in our community.

AAPI Food Festival

May 2027
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Celebrate the universal language of love through food at The Center's AAPI Food Festival.

Fashion Centered

June 2027
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A unique invitation-only dinner that has brought together fashion industry leaders since 2013.

Juneteenth Block Party

June 2027
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The Center's Juneteenth Block Party celebrates New York City’s Black LGBTQ+ community and honors the history of Juneteenth.

Pride at The Center

June 2027
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An observance celebrated throughout June to honor LGBTQ+ people, culture, and history.

Back to School Resource Fair

September 2027
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Connect with other LGBTQ+ youth (ages 13–22) and stock up on free school supplies!

Cycle for the Cause

September 2027
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A three-day, 275-mile charity bike ride from Boston to NYC raises millions to fund the fight against AIDS.

Art Centered

October 2027
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An intimate, invite-only evening that brings together artists, collectors, donors, and cultural leaders.

Queer in Every Career

October 2027
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NYC’s premier LGBTQ+ job fair and skill-building event.

Women’s Event

November 2026
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Bringing together a who's who of queer women, this annual fall gala is where we celebrate all women.

Transgender Day of Remembrance

November 2026
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A day to memorialize those who we have lost as a result of anti-transgender violence.

World of Red Ball

December 2026
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Extravagant fashion, dance, voguing, and runway competitions that pay tribute to the enduring spirit of those impacted by HIV/AIDS.

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Upcoming Signature Events

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Nov 6

November 6 @ 6:00 p.m. EST

Women's Event 2026

Women’s Event is The Center’s premier event celebrating the contributions of LGBTQ+ women. The gala and after party help us raise the critical funds necessary to sustain our life-saving programs and […]

Nov 20

November 20 @ 6:00 p.m. EST

Transgender Day of Remembrance 2026

Theme: To Honor and To Hold: Their Lives, Their Legacies On Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we gather as a community to honor and uplift the memory of those whose lives were […]

Dec 1

December 1 @ 6:00 p.m. EST

World of Red Ball 6

World of Red Ball 6 Theme: Reflections of Red As the culture of ballroom moves forward, we must never forget the trailblazers and lives that paved the way, giving us […]