This Monday morning I cracked an egg on myself, if you’re curious how your faithful Qmmunity editor’s life outside the column space is going. To be honest, the worst part of gooey unfertilized egg mess being all over myself and the floor was knowing I had to clean it up. Ugh! Isn’t it enough for me to have accidentally wasted a precious yolk all over my Britney Spears sleep shirt? Now I have to try and scoop the ooze away – a task that’s harder than I thought it’d be – while also changing into a different oversized novelty shirt. Everything feels like a metaphor these days – like ah yes, this absent-minded shell smash echoes social upheaval due to lack of care or egg crack = trans awakening = praxis??? – but to be honest, sometimes stuff just sucks. I’m trying to be better about recognizing the difference between meaningful suffering and stupid suffering, and this falls under the latter category, me thinks.
While I’m here cleaning yolk off Britney, a note: Last week someone left a comment asking for more daytime events, which, to be fair, is a worthy ask even though Halloween is unfortunately a very nighttime heavy occasion. Here’s why I’m mentioning it: If YOU have queer events happening during the light hours, please send ’em to me! I try my best to add as many queer events as possible, but there’s limits to my purview that I need filled in by y’all reaching out. You know the contact: jscott@austinchronicle.com. I hope to see the sunny shindigs pour in soon.
LGBTQIA2+ Advance Directives Workshop
Thursday 6, Lyons Gardens
Over 18, LGBTQ, and don’t have your advance directives in order? Get all your questions answered on the legal docs needed for your medical care in the event you’re unable to communicate your wishes at this free workshop led by attorney Elizabeth Brenner. 6pm.
Garage
Thursday 6, Fallout Theater
Laugh, live, and love with these hilarious women and nonbinary comics as Lindsey Walther, Alex Walker, Irielle Wesley, Angelina Martin, Steph VF, Molly Moore, Malia Moss, Maria Pond, Bri Huddock, and Arielle LaGuette deliver top-tier improv. 8:30pm.
Workout! With Erica Nix
Thursday 6 & Thursday 13, Double Trouble
Austin’s favorite fitness queen pumps up the North Loop crowd every Thursday with an hourlong class that includes a free coffee in your $15 ticket purchase. Snag a spot and see what all the fit fuss is about. 8am.
ATX Vogue Nights
Thursday 6, Swan Dive
Every first Thursday bumps with the beats of this monthly mini-ball featuring seven categories, cash prizes, and plenty more from Central Texas’ House of Lepore. 11pm.
Sana Sana: Homecoming
Thursday 6, Ani’s Day & Night
Celebrate two years of all-ages and all-talents open mic fun with host Kino Kino. Dress code calls for prom/homecoming circa the Eighties vibes, with performance sign-ups open to anyone and any art form. Only 15 slots available, so reach out quick! 8pm.
Shock Therapy Presents Drawn to Madness
Friday 7, Elysium
Maybe this show seems “sketch” to you, but Shock Therapy’s drawing a clear picture at their tribute to adult cartoons. Celebrating cast member Ethel Institution’s b-day, expect performances from the ST crew as well as special guests Mars Morningstar, Hurricane Short King, Johnny Jimstone, and Target. 11pm.
TGIF: Meet Us at the Trap
Friday 7, Traphouse ATX
Just because there’s a cold front doesn’t mean y’all can’t warm up with Pride in Black ATX, who’re throwing a happy hour social at Caribbean eatery Traphouse. RSVP to get primo prices on Phatties and Fries as well as free entry into Rain on 4th’s first Friday. 7pm.
BÁRBARA
Friday 7, the Loading Dock
She’s ba-ack and busting down the warehouse doors for a night of “sound, sweat, and queer delirium.” Organizer the Electric Pearl spins along with BabiDoll, Vonne, and Wera Vang, with Homotopies, SINRUIN, Minks, and Itza on host duties. 10pm.
Twink 182
Friday 7, Highland Lounge
Highland’s own Mark Jackson celebrates his b-day with a pop-punk party. Host Colleen DeForrest joins the b-day boy, Brigitte Bandit, Julliana, Nazareth, and Aria Rey in drag performance, with BabiDoll and Orya behind the decks. 11pm.
“Earth Oven” Opening Night
Saturday 8, MASS Gallery
Led by Tanya Zal and contributed to by Alison Whitworth, Addie Oscher, Aaron Amin, Jamie Lerman, Mac Benson, and Penny Halcyon, this hand-built ceramic oven contains not only limestone, soil, sand, and straw but pieces of MASS’ previous community creative events. Celebrate the ultimate erection of this communal cob oven – which will remain as a permanent part of the Gallery – with oven-fired pizza and a materials archive curated by Time Being Books on display ’til Dec. 13. 6pm.
The Crossover Episode
Saturday 8, Elysium
Frisky Business Burlesque and Boyz of Austin bring the best of both stage worlds to this combo show where cast members from both troupes duet their drag and burlesque stylings. 10pm.
The Best Drag Show Ever
Saturday 8, Oilcan’s
Ritzy Bitz brings you exactly what the show title implies: a stage packed with the best drag, comedy, and more. 9pm.
Body Mechanics: Bizarre Milk Rave
Saturday 8, 4211 Todd Lane
In this rave new world, it’s milk or be milked – so get your udders pierced and horns shined for this all-night dance party that’s all about the dairy queens. 10pm.
Futch Fetish: Femme Fatale Reloaded
Saturday 8, Cheer Up Charlies
BeeBee Blvnt and Karabiner bring back the babes for a second slash at their October show, with performances by Atlas Mars, LesBone, Impulse Purchase, Ethel Institution, Marilyn Moonlight, Whoopsie Daisy, and Phoenix Unique. 9pm.
Daddy’s Locker Room: Singlet Night
Saturday 8, the Austin Eagle
Sir Rat Leather invites you into the paternal palace of the locker room, this time in your wrestling match best. DJ Todd Kinney spins, lockers are gratis all night, and you may just win a ticket to SRL’s Back Alley Party. 10pm.
Local Queer Bowling Night
Sunday 9, Highland Lanes Bowling
Have a ball with friends and allies at this Local Queer ATX organized social. Cover’s $14, which’ll get you in those stylish bowling shoes. 8:30pm.
Tha’ Spot
Sunday 9, Rain on 4th
Diamond Dior Davenport hosts this hip-hop and R&B night on Fourth where possible party fun includes drag shows, pop-up twerk-offs, mini balls, and more. 8pm.
Big Gay Drag Brunch
Sunday 9, the Brewtorium
Find out the winner of this year’s Drag Survivor competition, eat a delicious brunch, and see fabulous drag performances hosted by Kelly Kline – all at this month’s Big Gay Drag Brunch at Austin Pride. 1pm.
Strut
Monday 10, Lady Bird Lake
Take a walk with Local Queer ATX and OutWellness at this all-paces welcome stroll around one of Austin’s prettiest park landscapes. Suit up in sneakers and sunglasses with your water bottle of choice, and make sure to join the post-walk Juiceland trip. 7pm.
Bronco 1
Monday 10, Sagebrush
Get your boots to this line dance workshop with Country Fried Dance and Neon Rainbows, if you consider your skills to be in the beginner/intermediate range. Feel a little more advanced in your dance? Keep an eye out for Bronco 2 on Nov. 24. 7pm.
Feminists on the Road: Little F
Tuesday 11, BookWoman
Part of their intersectional hybrid book club “Feminists Do,” BookWoman sits down to discuss Michelle Tea’s novel about a queer teen runaway escaping to Provincetown on a cross-country journey. RSVP for the virtual link if you’re unable to attend IRL. 7pm.
Greetings From Queer Mountain: Special Interest Info Dump Night
Wednesday 12, Cheer Up Charlies
Whether you’re bringing a proofed and researched thesis or just a rambling rant on your favorite subject, this month’s queer storytelling show is open to ya. Ellie DeCaprio hosts. 8pm.
ragGAYton Night: Bad Bunny Tribute
Thursday 13, Highland Lounge
Julianna hosts this tribute to Benito ahead of his Super Bowl show, with performances by Omari Dior Davenport and Kylie Gorgeous Dlux supported by ScamLikely spins. 9:30pm.
In the Calendar
Looking for an Angel
Friday 7 & Saturday 8, AFS Cinema
It’s a well-trodden pipeline, the director whose work gets brushed off as pornographic transforming into an arthouse legend. Add Akihiro Suzuki to the list, the director of this moody odyssey across Tokyo and the small Japanese town of Kochi. When young gay porn actor Takachi is found dead, his two best friends travel back to his hometown, the last place he visited. Though at the time of its release, it was mostly seen as gay “pink” cinema – pink being a term for indie Japanese erotic film with nudity – this restoration by the director canonizes it as an experimental queer cult classic exploring friendship, grief, memory, and desire, drenched in hazy pastel hues. – Lina Fisher
B.R.A.V.E. Fest
Saturday 8, Central Machine Works
In times of uncertainty, especially amid a government shutdown, it’s fair to say that bringing community members together is one of the best ways to show support and belonging. B.R.A.V.E. Fest spotlights local small businesses, features diverse local artists and performers, and connects grassroots organizations with Austinites. Hosted by the Dolly of ATX, Brigitte Bandit, B.R.A.V.E. Fest welcomes performances by Step It Up Dance, Chantel Deniese, the Latin Dukes, and more. All ages can attend this family- and furry-friendly event celebrating culture and inclusivity. – Felicity Guajardo
Dark Unseelie Gala
Satuday 8, Tiny Minotaur Tavern
Night falls and the blood moon rises, which means the Unseelie Elven Vampire Court, aka the Confluence, is throwing a got-dang party. If you’re not so into the lore, let me clue you in: Local live-action role-play spot Tiny Minotaur is an entirely artist-run venture where revelers both costumed and non can enjoy themed fun, food, and bevs. How do they afford that Cesar Chavez locale along with paying their performers and collaborators? Why, that’s memberships and fundraising events like this particular party. So if you wanna indulge in luxurious fantasy finery, gothic opulence, and other ethereal etc. and so on, snag a ticket to the only ancient vampire queen gathering that also supports local creators. – James Scott
This article appears in November 7 • 2025.