What to do in queer NYC March 9-March 12

It’s nearly springtime in the city! Check out events around the city, including comedy, drag shows, dance parties, and more.

Fruity: A Queer Dance Party

When: Thursday, March 9, 9 p.m.

Where: Crystal Lake Brooklyn, 647 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY

Calling all fruity cuties to the dance floor! Dance and drink the night away at Fruity, a queer dance party in partnership with Dyke Beer. Drink specials will be available until 11 p.m., as well as raffle prizes from THEMME, Babeland, and more! Tickets via Eventbrite.

Love Prism Disco

When: Friday, March 10, 10 p.m.

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

Ty Sunderland presents Love Prism Disco, with DJs Boyyyish, Erik Izquierdo, and James Patterson. Dress in green for $10 off door tickets. Advance tickets via Seetickets.us.

Henrietta Hudson

When: Fridays and Saturdays from 6 p.m. – 4 a.m.; Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Where: 438 Hudson St., New York, NY

Make your way to Henrietta Hudson — a “queer human bar built by dykes” — for some weekend drinks.

Glitterbox

When: Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11, 10 p.m.

Where: House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Avenue Brooklyn, NY

Glitterbox — an international house, disco, and dance party — returns to NYC with a double-header! Night 1 features Krystal Klear, Heidi Lawden, and Melvo Baptiste. Night 2 will feature Eli Escobar, Ladymonix, Kim Anh, and There Is No Planet Earth. Tickets for both nights via Eventbrite. 

The Dragon Sisters

When: Friday, March 10, 10:30 p.m.

Where: C’mon Everybody, 505 6^th Street, New York, NY

The Dragon Sisters return to C’mon Everybody, and this time they’ve brought Jayse Vegas, Boy Radio, and DJ Samuella to join in on the fun. Tickets via Dice.fm.

Queer Collage Workshop with Charlie Welch

When: Saturday, March 11, 2 p.m.

Where: Bureau of General Services–Queer Division, 208 West 13th Street, Room 210, New York, NY

Charlie Welch hosts a queer collage workshop to accompany their exhibit, “It Will End in Tears,” currently on display at the Bureau. Supplies will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring additional materials. Advances registration (via Eventbrite) is strongly encouraged. 

Afternoon Tea @ Club Cumming

When: Saturday, March 11, 4 p.m.

Where: Club Cumming, 505 6^th Street, New York, NY

Club Cumming hosts themed-afternoon tea dance parties every Saturday night. This weekend’s theme is Romy & Michele and will feature performances by Welsh singer-songwriter Bright Light Bright Light.  

Live Jazz Burlesque Cabaret

When: Saturday, March 11, 10 p.m.

Where: Brooklyn Music Kitchen, 177 Vanderbilt Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

Madame Brassiere and Rita N. Wink invite you to their Sultry Soireé — an unforgettable night with the best in burlesque, performed with a live jazz band. Tickets via Eventbrite. 

Glee @ 3DB

When: Saturday, March 11, 10 p.m.

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

Luis Fernando hosts the ultimate GLEEK tribute party, complete with iconic mashups and drag performances. Tickets at SeeTickets.us.

And the Oscar Goes To…

When: Sunday, March 12, 8 p.m.

Where: Club Cumming, 325 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

Club Cumming presents The 2023 Logue Jam Oscars viewing party, hosted by Chelsey Ng and A.E. Kieren. Tickets via ClubCumming.com.

Dyke Cinema Club Oscars Party

When: Sunday, March 12, 8 p.m.

Where: C’mon Everybody, 505 6^th Street, New York, NY

The Dyke Cinema Club will be hosting a free Oscars Watch Party at C’mon Everybody in Brooklyn.