Boston Queer Events
Visibility, Access & Advocacy
for Metro Boston’s LGBTQIA+ and Ally Community
TQNC Tabling at Fenway Health x Dorchester Brewing Co. T4T
We're hitting the table (literally!) at Dorchester Brewing Co. for their awesome T4T event! Come out, show your love for the trans community, and dive into the amazing work local organizations are doing. Plus, there will be a treasure trove of unique products to explore — all while sipping on DBCo’s craft beer, hard seltzers, cider, wine, slushies, and more!
Inauguration Day Don't Panic Party
Join us on Inauguration Night for a community gathering where we'll find strength and mutual support in connection with each other. We believe that joy is a powerful form of resistance, and we'll come together to cultivate that joy as we move forward together.
Queer Advocacy Virtual Working Session
Join us virtually to engage in advocacy on queer issues prioritized by the group, including housing, transportation, healthcare, and queer youth. All experience levels are welcome!
Queer Advocacy Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Queer Advocacy Group meeting, over a potluck dinner Downtown (RSVP for address).
This is an opportunity to engage in advocacy on queer issues prioritized by the group, including housing, transportation, healthcare, and queer youth — while enjoying a chill social vibe and food. All experience levels are welcome!
Queer Holiday Crafting Night
Unleash your inner holiday elf and craft the perfect gift—whether it’s for someone special or just for you! We’ll provide the supplies; you bring the creativity (and maybe a dash of festive mischief).
We’ll be providing some crafting supplies and fun activities, and rolling right into Pool Night!
Housing & Policy Advocacy Council Meeting
The more action-oriented companion to our Housing & Policy Potluck Dinner series, this meeting will focus on making decisions on ideas discussed during potlucks, and coordinating on advocacy campaigns.
This will be a hybrid meeting — join in-person Downtown, or virtually.
Queer Arcade Night at Versus
Join us for an all-ages queer arcade night at Versus in Downtown Crossing!
Please note that the bar is 21+ after 7pm. Guests over 21 are welcome to stay as long as you like, the bar closes at midnight.
Free game play all night — get in totally free without cover before 6pm, or for just $5 after 6pm!
Food and drinks available for purchase, alcohol 21+
Please note that it’s possible the bar may book a holiday party that would require us to reschedule. We’ll notify everyone ahead of time if needed.
Housing & Policy Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting — over a potluck dinner hosted in Downtown Crossing.
This will be a policy-oriented social, with some planning for our upcoming advocacy work, with a low-key vibe. All are welcome, no experience required!
Housing & Policy Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting — over a potluck dinner hosted in Downtown Crossing.
This will be a policy-oriented social, with some planning for our upcoming advocacy work, with a low-key vibe. All are welcome, no experience required!
Matthew’s Queer Birthday Social!
🏳️⚧️ Continuing a tradition begun last year, come celebrate The Queer Neighborhood Council Co-Founder Matthew’s birthday with a big group of queer friends and allies! 🏳️🌈
💖 All queer folks and their friends are welcome, even if you don’t know Matthew. ✨
Election Night Don’t Panic Party
Come celebration or trepidation, join supportive queer friends and allies to watch Election Night results roll in! We’ll have news on a giant screen in one room, and separate spaces to hang out in case you need a chiller spot away from the news. Some snacks and drinks provided (21+ for alcohol), bring more to share!
We’ll continue as late as desired, depending on how the night goes — talk to Matthew ahead of time if you might need an option to crash over.
Housing & Policy Over Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting — over a potluck dinner hosted in Downtown Crossing.
This will be a policy-oriented social, with some planning for our upcoming advocacy work, with a low-key vibe. All are welcome, no experience required!
Allston-Brighton Open Streets – TQNC Tabling
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
Queer Social & Fruitstand Queer Pop Dance Party
🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 come for the gay rights, stay for the gay wrongs 🙈💋
The Queer Neighborhood Council is partnering up with Fruitstand to host a Pre-Game Party, emphasis on games! We’ll have fun activities, socializing, and some prizes! 👀
This event is 21+, with drinks available at the bar.
Civic Engagement Panel with Pride in Our Workplace
TQNC is partnering with Pride In Our Workplace, the Boston business community, and local LGBTQ+ advocates for a panel & networking event on Civic Engagement!
TQNC Presenting at the Wharf District Council
TQNC has been invited to present at a meeting of the Wharf District Council! We'll be sharing an overview of how TQNC got started and what we do, priorities from our Housing & Policy Advocacy Group, and how people can get involved.
October Queer Dark Arts Market in Downtown Crossing
Our Queer Artists Market is back for a Downtown fall edition! Join over 30+ incredible Queer Artists and community groups. Market goers can expect vibrant art, heartfelt stories, and passion in every brushstroke and stitch in a a magical gathering where creativity and community collide.
MA State Legislature LGBTQ+ Caucus & LGBTQ+ Youth Commission Policy Roundtable hosted by Breaktime
Join LGBTQ+ Caucus members Reps. John Moran, Sam Montaño, Jack Patrick Lewis, Sen. William Brownsberger, and MA Commission on LGBTQ Youth Executive Director, Shaplaie Brooks, for a dynamic discussion on housing, budget, and other policy priority topics!
Housing & Policy Over Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting…over a potluck dinner Downtown (RSVP for address).
We’ll be planning for our upcoming advocacy work and Policy Roundtables, but with a chill social vibe with food.
A note on the “potluck”
It’s ok to bring something small
It’s ok to bring something store-bought
It’s ok to bring absolutely nothing and still eat!
We also have drinks left from our birthday party — this won’t be an alcohol-centric event, but 21+ attendees are welcome to a drink.
East Boston Open Streets – TQNC Tabling
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
Queer Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
We’re going cruising!
Um, not that kind of cruising.
We’ll be taking a queer contingent on a Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise, in partnership with Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.
Housing & Policy Potluck Dinner
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting…over a potluck dinner hosted in the North End.
This will be a policy-oriented social, with some planning for our upcoming advocacy work, but with a summer “can’t we just be queer and take a break” kinda vibe.
Hyde Park Open Streets – TQNC Tabling
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
Theater Offensive “Party On Our Block!” at the Gardner Museum
Join TQNC folks going to the Theater Offensive “Party On Our Block!” at the Gardner Museum!
Housing & Policy Over Dinner & Drinks
Join us for a Housing & Policy Advocacy Group meeting…over dinner and drinks at Democracy Brewing.
This will be a policy-oriented social, with some planning for our upcoming advocacy work, but with a summer “can’t we just be queer and take a break” kinda vibe.
JP Open Streets – TQNC Tabling
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
Queer Downtown Artists Market
Join us in Downtown Crossing on Saturday, July 13th, for a sizzling, sultry summer soirée like no other!
It's our Queer Artist Market BACK for an evening edition!
We're turning up the heat and cooling down the evening with over 30+ incredible Queer Artists and community groups. Market goers can expect vibrant art, heartfelt stories, and passion in every brushstroke and stitch in a a magical gathering where creativity and community collide.
Come one, come all! Support Boston Queer Artists!
Space for our TQNC Downtown Queer Artists Market is generously provided by the Downtown Boston BID!
Summer Street Plaza
in front of Macy’s & Roche Bros.
Downtown Boston, MA 02110
Our huge thanks to the Downtown BID for hosting our Boston queer artist community!
Everyone who’s committed to a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ people is welcome, including our allies.
Please stop by regardless of where you live!
✨ Featuring 30+ Artists & Community Orgs✨
TQNC 1st Birthday Party!
Join us for a roof deck party Downtown to celebrate TQNC’s first birthday!
TQNC Tabling at Museum of Science
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
City of Boston Pride Party at the Museum of Science
Join TQNC folks going to the City of Boston Pride Party at the Museum of Science!
Roxbury Open Streets – TQNC Tabling
Stop by, say hi, hang out — or join us at the table as a volunteer!
Pride for the People Parade & Festival
The Queer Neighborhood Council was founded to fill gaps in visibility, access, and advocacy for Boston’s LGBTQIA+ community. During Pride Month when there’s a lot of queer programming and events, TQNC will be reducing our offerings, and encouraging members to support a variety of queer community groups and events.