Qmmunity: Springtime Socializing

Here, take these LGBTQ events to protect you against the incoming horrors

"...The Austin Bar Association’s LGBTQ+ section hosts their fundraising event featuring Brigitte Bandit on..."

April 25, 2025 Column by James Scott

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...This past February brought deep tragedy to the LGBTQ community when trans man Sam Nordquist was found dead..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...night for the last two months. She and her allies – who some on the left have dubbed “the..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: Parton This Interruption

Qmmunity chats birthday girl Dolly Parton with Dolly of ATX, Brigitte Bandit

"...Chron’s own Brant Bingamon reported several new and ugly anti-LGBTQ bills already filed. Those include bathroom bills, which would..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: New Queers Resolutions

This year, we’re all resolving to be resolute

"...imagine as the upcoming Lege session where several targeted anti-LGBTQ bills have been filed, an incoming conservative federal government,..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Column by James Scott

Greg Casar Hopes to Chart New Path for Democrats as Chair of Progressive Caucus

The sophomore rep gets tapped for top position

"...never really true despite messaging from Casar and his allies that oversold the effects on that year’s budget. The..."

Dec. 5, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Qmmunity: Regret Posting

Editor James reflects on his middle-school regrets and how they relate to today

"...not just a bad way to treat your fellow LGBTQs; that’s a terrible way to treat anyone at all...."

Nov. 8, 2024 Column by James Scott

Point Austin: Doug Greco’s Campaign Odyssey Turns to Federal Court

Mayoral candidate sues for more outside cash in campaigns

"...various degrees, friends who no longer live in Austin, allies and admirers from across the State of Texas with..."

Sept. 20, 2024 News Feature by Michael King

Art, Movies, Sober Partying, and a Majestic Ball in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...Proceeds from ticket sales benefit Out Youth, our local LGBTQ+ youth and allies support org.Je suis très excité!  ..."

June 21, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Spiders, Slams, and Other Shows Worth Seeing This Week

Dare to go out on a school night!

"...be musician Becca Jane, the whole OW team, the LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce and their ribbon-cutting scissors, drag king..."

June 14, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Rainbows, Rainbows, and More Rainbows

Local technicolor pop star Kady Rain discusses her Pride kickoff party and the importance of supporting queer artists

"...“It’s an honor and a privilege to give other LGBTQIA+ artists a platform and audience,” she says. “I feel..."

May 31, 2024 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Social Butterflies

Find your community with these local queer social groups

"...especially for queer folks. Making a community as an LGBTQ adult presents many challenges, not all of which can..."

May 17, 2024 Column by James Scott

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...can join in community alongside fellow queer Muslims and allies as they break fast during this holy month. “Community..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...of the only day centering trans folks in the LGBTQ community being about us dying, and got Trans Day..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin Cyclist Becomes First Openly Gay Man to Bike Around the World

Along the way, he raised money for the Trevor Project

"...Mortensen raised nearly $19,000 for the Trevor Project, an LGBTQ+ suicide prevention nonprofit. The organization’s mission has always been..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Hannah Uebele

Recommended Austin Events

Highlights for your week in music, arts, community, and more

"...Stretch those gay little legs out with all yer LGBTQ pals and allies. Queer groups Local Queer ATX, Austin..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column

Qmmunity: Babe to Babe Communication

Founder Kelsea, aka DJ Hip Stir, talks about the origins and future of femme and nonbinary DJ community BABE ATX

"...Austin Front Runners Join other LGBTQ runners for a 3-to-10-mile trek around Lady Bird Lake...."

Jan. 5, 2024 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Homoscopes for the Holidays

Find the queer New Year’s event that’s best for your sign

"...Trans Masc Workouts Open to both trans folks and allies, these workouts are designed to build a muscle line..."

Dec. 29, 2023 Column

Qmmunity: Top Five Scene Shakers

Qmmunity counts five major queer scene shake-ups in 2023

"...up, Qmmunity collected five major movements that shook up LGBTQ Austin...."

Dec. 15, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Stop, Drop, and Shop

Qmmunity advises on what local places are best for gay gift shopping this year

"...Ephrance Vintage. Eastside Pop Up doesn't stick to just LGBTQ vendors, though, and welcomes allies as well, so you'll..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Transitioning to the Big Screen

For Qmmunity Editor James Scott’s birthday, and Transgender Awareness Week, five trans movie recommendations

"...their three-weekend market featuring over 170 Texas-based women & LGBTQ makers; DJ sets by local talents; workshops like the..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Clowning Around

Queer embarrassment artist Andie Flores brings her show about "a clown idiot" to Crashbox

"...and unpack what's needed from cis, het, and non-POC allies in this facilitated community conversation. Wed., Nov. 15, 6:30-8:30pm...."

Nov. 10, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Season of the Homoscopes

Change is the name of the game this week in Austin’s queer event horoscopes

"...by tapping into a love for and from your LGBTQ community. Remember the Garfield doll whose years of being..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Queer Comedy Pipeline

Ivy Le talks the impact of Tongue in Cheek, a queer comedy open mic providing fertile ground for Austin's LGBTQ comics

"...obvi) butted up against a pretty small pool of LGBTQ comics in Austin. Why weren't there enough queer people,..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Making It Ourselves

Examples of queer creativity abound in Austin, Texas

"...Served Soft: Queer and Trans Textile Show" explores the LGBTQ experience through differing textures through work by featured artists..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Column by James Scott

How Austin Drag Icon Brigitte Bandit Became a Political Powerhouse

It’s Brigitte, bitch

"...a week. It was a product of the ongoing anti-LGBTQ hysteria, written to make drag performances in public spaces..."

Sept. 22, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: Pumpkin Spice Homoscopes

The seasons are changing, so find a new queer event to enjoy!

"...Free LGBTQ+ Latin Dance Classes Learn Latin dances like salsa, merengue,..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

The Drag Ban Has Been Blocked for Now. Its Foes Are Not Backing Down.

Judge finds SB 12 unconstitutional

"...hope that we may again have spaces where our LGBTQIA+ community and allies can perform and enjoy drag,” said..."

Aug. 31, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: A Creative Storm Front

Front Festival hits Austin with a storm of great creative showcases over Labor Day weekend

"...rain.) The Front Festival, a gathering/celebration of women and LGBTQ creators, hits Austin Aug. 31 and moves throughout Labor..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Column by James Scott

Alamo Drafthouse Becomes Silver Sponsor for the Trevor Project

Fundraising push continues throughout August

"...With LGBTQ people – especially young people – increasingly under threat,..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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