Our home is your home. Every year, The Center hosts thousands of activities—from our events and fundraisers, to those hosted by individuals and organizations. Find out more about our next event or reserve space for your own meeting or celebration!
The Center hosts a variety of parties, fundraisers, dinners, cultural events and educational opportunities—all celebrating our LGBT community. Our unique events are created around, and built upon, the interests of our community to provide something for everyone. Here you can learn more about Center events, get your tickets and celebrate with us!
The 275 Challenge; In-Person Ride/Run/Walk & Celebration
Saturday, September 25, 2021
The 275 Challenge is a virtual experience to set a physical or creative challenge to accomplish in 27.5 days in digital solidarity with one another while raising funds for The Center. In addition to a celebration on Pier 84, participants can choose between a 27.5-mile bike ride or a 2.75-mile walk/run beforehand.
Women’s Event
Saturday, November 6, 2021
Women’s Event honors trailblazing women of the lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and allied communities and celebrates our history and the women who are making a difference in our world.
Center Dinner
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Center Dinner is The Center’s largest annual gala, bringing together over 800 changemakers from the LGBTQ community to raise funds for The Center’s programs and services.
Garden Party
Monday, June 20, 2022
Garden Party is an outdoor Pride celebration that kicks off Pride Week in New York City, featuring seasonal tastings from a curated selection of some of NYC’s best chefs and restaurants.
Cycle for the Cause, the Northeast AIDS Ride
September 16-18, 2022
Cycle for the Cause is The Center’s three-day, approximately 275-mile bike ride that begins in Boston and makes its way to New York City. The event raises crucial funding for The Center’s HIV/AIDS research and programming.
Whether you’re planning a celebration, discussion group, performance or a training seminar, The Center is an affordable, centrally located venue with a variety of room sizes and furnishings. Our team has been helping community members bring their events to life for more than 30 years, and if you, or your organization, are looking for an LGBT-friendly place for your next event or meeting, get in touch with us today!
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