What to do in queer NYC Sept. 7-10

Looking for something to do in the weeks ahead? Find our roundup of events below:

Dreaming of Home

When: Thursday, September 7, 12 p.m.

Where: Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, 26 Wooster Street, New York, NY

The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art presents “Dreaming of Home,” a new exhibit of 20 contemporary artists — including Shadi Al-Atallah, Leilah Babirye, and Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley — whose work explores the joys and pains of queer domestic life. “Dreaming of Home” will be on display through January 7, 2024.

Pride Toastmasters

When: Thursday, September 7, 6 p.m.

Where: The Center, 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY

Pride Toastmasters is a Toastmasters chapter tailored to the LGBTQ+ community; they are hosting weekly sessions every Thursday to help members improve their public speaking skills. For more information, email vpm@pridetoastmasters.com.

Lex’s Gay Agenda

When: Thursday, September 7, 7 p.m.

Where: The Bush, 333 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY

Lex and Queer Flatbush present the Gay Agenda Residency, a new monthly party with DJ Tima Likes Music. Free RSVP via Eventbrite.

Anetra Invades Brooklyn

When: Thursday, September 7, 9 p.m.

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

You betta walk that f*ckin’ duck: Anetra, the lip sync assassin of season 15 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, is invading Brooklyn to challenge New York’s own lip sync assassins, including Nymphia Wind, Essence, Mo’Riah, and more! Don’t miss this epic battle – tickets via SeeTickets.us.

Lost in Uranus

When: Friday, September 8, 8 p.m.

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

Does cake taste good in space? The Cake Boys — New York’s drag king troupe — are on a mission to find out, but they’re lost… you can guess where. This intergalactic show will feature performances by Call Me Dick, Senerio, Sweaty Eddie, and more; tickets via ClubCummingNYC.com.

Fagtasia Encore

When: Friday, September 8, 10 p.m.

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

After selling out their first performance, Charlene Incarnate is going green and defying gravity again with an encore performance of Fagtasia: Wicked. Tickets via SeeTickets.us.

Lesbo-a-GoGo

When: Friday, September 8, 10 p.m.

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

Honey Burlesque and DJ Susan Levine take over the Stonewall Inn with sexy burlesque performances all night long.

BushWig (9/9-9/10) – Editor’s Choice

When: Saturday, September 9 and Sunday, September 10; starting 3 p.m.

Where: Knockdown Center, 52-19 Flushing Ave, Queens, NY

Bushwig, Brooklyn’s premier drag festival, returns for a weekend of non-stop music, drag, and queer vendors at the Knockout Center. The two-day party will feature over 150 performers on multiple stages. Visit Bushwig.com for full line-up and ticket information.

Where We Belong: New Gay Fiction

When: Saturday, September 9, 3 p.m.

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

Join authors Brian Alessandro, Gerard Cabrera, Tom Cardamone, and Jonathan Harper at the Bureau via the LGBT Center, where they will host an afternoon of reading of their recent works, followed by a Q&A session. Books by all four authors will be available for purchase. Visit BGSQD.com for more information.

Fools Circle Comedy Block Party

When: Saturday, September 9, 4 p.m.

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

Fools Circle is hosting a block party series highlighting some of New York’s best Black comedians and artists. The afternoon will also include food, vendors, games, giveaways, and merch. Tickets to SeeTickets.us.

Smackdown

When: Saturday, September 9, 8 p.m.

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

Drag performer Hibiscus hosts Smackdown at the Stonewall Inn, with special guests Shai Ho and Beaux Dega.

Afties

When: Saturday, September 9, 10 p.m.

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

Don’t be a drag: keep the celebration going with Afties, the official Bushwig afterparty hosted by Rify Royalty and Charlene. Shows by Marcia Marcia Marcia, Chiquitita, Gothess Jasmine, and more; beats by Hannah Lou, Beverly Chills, and Lady Simon. Tickets via SeeTickets.us.

Queens Wedding Expo (9/10)

When: Sunday, September 10, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Renaissance Event Hall, 27-34 21st Street, Queens, NY

Rainbow Wedding Network brings the annual LGBTQ+ Wedding Expo to Queens, with over 30 vendors across the wedding industry – including photographers, officiants, jewelers, and caterers – to help you plan your big day. Free RSVP via Eventbrite.

Gay Ass Wellness Fest (9/10)

When: Sunday, September 10, 2 p.m.

Where: The Bush, Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY

Enjoy an afternoon of wellness and self-care with movement classes featuring classes from Fring Pilates, Wick Pilates, Outbox Gym, and the Trans Fitness Bitch. Tickets via Eventbrite.

Queerchella

When: Sunday, September 10, 6 p.m.

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

Jayse Vegas hosts Queerchella, a monthly electric music festival featuring New York’s top queer musicians. This month’s line-up includes L’Marco, Tony & the Kiki, Sam Graham, and more! Tickets via SeeTickets.us.