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A showcase of the best LGBTQ affirming, intersectional special events in Illinois and Iowa
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WOMEN ON THE BRINK: ELGIN’S CHILDREN IN POVERTY Elgin IL
Gail Borden Public Library 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, ILJoin local leaders and experts, including Elgin Mayor Dave Kaptain, to discuss poverty's impact on women and children in the Elgin community. Pre-register at gailborden.info/register; 847-429-4597; or in person at the registration desk.
DRAGULA PREMIERE WATCH PARTY Des Moines IA
The Blazing Saddle 416 E. 5th St., Des Moines, IASaddle Gurl Sigourney Beaver is starring in Season 4 of The Boulet Brother's DRAGULA, and this viewing party is to cheer her on. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required or a negative test within the last 48 hours for entry.
THE BLAZING SADDLE’S 38TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY Des Moines IA
The Blazing Saddle 416 E. 5th St., Des Moines, IAAnniversary party and Leather Pride event featuring 4 p.m. tent party and drag shows at 8 and 11 p.m. Proof of COVID vaccination required.
FAMILY YOGA ON THE FARM Springville IA
Hercules' Haven 3043 Springville Rd, Springville, IARaise money for Hercules Haven with yoga featuring Lynn Block from Latitude Yoga and Fitness. All levels welcome, including children 5 and up. Individual and family registration available.
RIVER CITY PRIDE SPOOKY PRIDE Online
OnlineCostume contest and live performances. Watch through Facebook live.
QUEER HALLOWEEN BALL Batavia IL
Bulldog Cellar Bar & Grill 1 E. Wilson St., Batavia, ILSpooky dance party and drag show to support Out in Fox Valley Pride.
MISS DEAD BETTIE’S VARIETY SHOW AND FUNDRAISER Davenport IA
Varieties Nightclub 822 W. 2nd St, Davenport, IAThe annual Miss Dead Betties horror themed pinup pageant will raise money this year for The Project of the Quad Cities and its efforts to bring health care equity to people in 40+ Iowa and Illinois counties.
TRUNK OR TREAT AT MCCQC Davenport IA
Metropolitan Community Church of the Quad CitiesA special Halloween event by the Metropolitan Community Church of the Quad Cities! More details soon.
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNITY COALITION OPEN HOUSE POTLUCK Makanda IL
Giant City State Park Shelter 2 235 Giant City Rd, Makanda, ILJoin the Southern Illinois Unity Coalition for a social gathering to help inspire and recruit new members! Call 618-306-5885 for more information.
5TH ANNUAL TATS FOR TOTS FUNDRAISER Iowa City IA
Velvet Lotus Tattoo 401 Highway 1 W, Iowa City, IAJoin Michelle Balhan, Kayla Way, the team at Velvet Lotus Tattoo and lots of generous community members for this annual support effort for families and children in need during the holidays.
19TH ANNUAL PRIDE PROM Evansville IN
Old National Events Plaza 715 Locust St., Evansville, IndianaMore than 1,400 LGBTQIA students and straight-supportive allies are expected for this event that is for southeastern Illinoisan LGBTQIAA youth along with those from western Indiana. Huge drag show and royalty competition included. Organizers also are forewarning: event will be postponed again if safe COVID gathering restrictions are not authorized by health officials! Watch page for more!
VARIETIES HALLOWEEN PARTY DRAG SHOW Davenport IA
Varieties Nightclub 822 W. 2nd St, Davenport, IAJoin one of Davenport's premier LGBTQ+ nightspots for festive holiday fun. More details coming soon.
SCIENCE IS SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY Cedar Rapids IA
Belle's Basix 3916 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa, Cedar Rapids, IA25th annual Halloween party at Cedar Rapids' LGBTQ+ nightspot.
HALLOWEEN WEEKEND AT STUDIO 13 AND IOWA CITY YACHT CLUB Iowa City IA
Studio 13 13 S. Linn St., Iowa City, IowaParty at both Studio 13 and Iowa City Yacht Club, for hours.
LOVE! A LADIES 4 LADIES NIGHT Batavia IL
Bulldog Cellar Bar & Grill 1 E. Wilson St., Batavia, ILLadies, come out to Bulldog Cellar for a night of DJ music, dancing, and drag performances.
THE TIME IS NOW: LOCAL PRIDE FOR CLOCK INC Online and Quad Cities
Help raise money for Clock Inc., the community center serving all ages of LGBTQ+ community members in the Quad Cities.
THE TIME IS NOW: LOCAL PRIDE FOR CLOCK INC Online and Quad Cities
Help raise money for Clock Inc., the community center serving all ages of LGBTQ+ community members in the Quad Cities.
BLACK LIBERATION SPACE Iowa City IA
FilmScene 404 E. College St., Iowa City, IAQ&A with Producer and Humanize My Hoodie co-founder Andre Wright. Negative COVID test, vaccine card, and masks required. Humanize My Hoodie is "a global fashion activism movement, designing hoodies for rappers, Black liberation leaders, allies, and Black youth while staging fashion shows and workshops nationally, educating thousands about the power of fashion to inspire, empower and spark important conversations. His work has been featured at New York Fashion Week, Politico, NPR, Essence magazine, Target, Atlantic Records, Warner Music, Thisis50, Facebook, Foot Action and promoted by Meek Mill, J.Cole, Kid Capri,…
MFC PRIDE FAMILY PICNIC Dubuque IA
Port of Dubuque Dubuque, IowaEnjoy lunch, educational displays, a bouncy house, photo booth, games and music.
