What to do in queer NYC Aug. 4-6

Looking for something to do? Check our roundup of events in the days ahead:

Queerotica: Comedy Show

When: Friday, August 4, 7 p.m.

Where: The Strand Bookstore, 828 Broadway, New York, NY

Head upstairs to the rare book room at The Strand Bookstore for Queerotica Comedy, a hilarious evening of LGBTQ stand-up. Sam Morrison hosts the all-star line-up that includes Sheria Mattis, Marcia Belsky, Paris Sashay, and more! Tickets via Strandbooks.com.

Girlnation @ Stonewall

When: Friday, August 4, 10 p.m.

Where: The Stonewall Inn, 53 Christopher Street, New York, NY

Girlnation-NYC takes over the second floor of the Stonewall Inn the first Friday of every month, featuring Honey Burlesque along with sexy gogo & performance dancers.

Just Dance

When: Friday, August 4, 7 p.m.

Where: 3 Dollar Bill, 260 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, NY

Pay tribute to Mother Monster and dance the night away at a Lady Gaga drag tribute you will not soon forget — featuring performances by La Zavaleta, Neon Calypso, Bianca Star, and more! Tickets via SeeTickets.us. 

Bushwick Pool Party!

When: Saturday, August 5, 3 p.m.

Where: 3 Dollar Bill, 260 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, NY

Get wet n’ wild with Hot Rabbit and Proud Mary, who invite you to join them at the yard for an afternoon of pool games, beer pong, a queer market, dance performances, and more. Tickets via SeeTickets.us. 

Galactic Pride Night

When: Saturday, August 5, 5 p.m.

Where: Francis Kite Club, 40 Loisaida Avenue, New York, NY

Francis Kite Club and Galactic Gaylords host the first Galactic Pride Night, with a portion of ticket sales being donated to the Ali Forney Center. Tickets via Eventbrite. 

Yas Kween Karaoke

When: Saturdays, 9 p.m.

Where: Good Judy, 563 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

Head up to the Blue Room at Good Judy’s every Saturday night for piano karaoke with Leslie Goshko.

Free Pool Happy Hour @ Boxers Chelsea

When: Sundays, from 1-9 p.m.

Where: Boxers Chelsea, 37 West 20th Street, New York, NY 

Finish off the weekend strong in two-for-one drinks and free billiard games at everyone’s favorite gay sports bar.

Queer Figure Drawing @ The Bush

When: Sunday, August 6, 5:30 p.m.

Where: The Bush, 333 Troutman Street, #Store 4, Brooklyn, NY

The Bush hosts a figure drawing class. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Tickets via Eventbrite.

Gay Church

When: Sunday, August 6, 8 p.m.

Where: C’mon Everybody, 325 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

Join comedian and musician Tessa Skara and their house band Gay Tears for an evening of worship. They will be joined by New York’s hottest comedians & drag performers. Tickets via Dice.fm.

Happy Hour @ Frankie’s Pub

When: Every day, from 4-9 p.m.

Where: Frankie’s Pub, 692 10th Avenue, New York, NY

New York’s newest queer bar hosts a daily happy hour with $5 well drinks.