PhillyGayCalendar https://phillygaycalendar.com/ Philadelphia's LGBT+ Event Calendar Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:50:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://i0.wp.com/phillygaycalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cropped-logo.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 PhillyGayCalendar https://phillygaycalendar.com/ 32 32 Serial Mom, a must see for Mother’s Day  https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/04/06/serial-mom-a-must-see-for-mothers-day/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:00:08 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=38635 One of film legend John Waters masterworks, Serial Mom is not only brilliant in its social analysis, and exciting in its varieties of murders, but star Kathleen Turner‘s absolute brilliance in a complex and demanding role. Turner delivers a tour de force performance. Mother’s Day was recently celebrated in the U.K., and will soon be […]

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]]> GALAEI Names Hazel Edwards Executive Director https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/04/02/hazel-edwards-leads-galaei-qtbipoc-power-in-philly/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=38408 Hazel Edwards has officially been named Executive Director of GALAEI, marking a historic moment for Black trans leadership in Philadelphia’s QTBIPOC justice movement. Learn how her journey from T.I.N.G.S. to the top reflects the power of community-rooted care and bold vision.

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]]> The New Jersey Symphony at Princeton University  https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/23/the-new-jersey-symphony-at-princeton-university/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=38099 The New Jersey Symphony turned a chilly Princeton night into an exhilarating concert event with Markus Stenz, Albert Cano Smit, Chopin, Farrenc, and Bartók. Discover why this Friday the 13th performance felt so magical and why classical music lovers should keep watching this season.

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]]> Everyone needs a Reacher in their lives https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/16/everyone-needs-a-reacher-in-their-lives/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37794 Reacher Season 2 brings explosive action and a deeper look at the legendary 110th Special Investigations Unit, led by Alan Ritchson’s unforgettable Jack Reacher. From brutal fight scenes to loyal team dynamics, here’s why this season is worth the binge—see what makes it hit so hard.

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]]> Philly’s Women’s Sports Future Starts at The Stoop Pigeon https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/13/the-stoop-pigeon-powers-phillys-womens-sports-future/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37757 Born from Watch Party PHL, The Stoop Pigeon is Philadelphia’s first home for women’s sports, uniting NWSL, WNBA and NCAA fans. See how this clubhouse drives advocacy and community ahead of Spring 2026—take a look.

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]]> Pennsylvania HIV Decriminalization Bill Gains Momentum https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/11/hiv-decriminalization-moves-forward-in-pennsylvania/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37651 H.B. 632 to modernize Pennsylvania’s HIV law cleared the state House Judiciary Committee, advancing HIV decriminalization grounded in U=U science. See what changes, who’s impacted, and what happens next—read on.

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]]> Farewell 1315 Spruce: William Way’s Next Chapter https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/09/william-ways-next-chapter-philly-lgbtq-reimagined/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37620 William Way LGBT Community Center has left 1315 Spruce Street as the historic building heads for demolition, but programs across Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community continue. See how this move safeguards the mission, expands access, and builds a sustainable future—discover what’s next.

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]]> Tito Valdes Takes Helm of Philly LGBTQ Office https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/06/tito-valdes-reboots-philly-lgbtq-affairs-centering-youth/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37614 Philadelphia names Tito Valdes to lead the Office of LGBTQ Affairs, aiming to restore stability and prioritize LGBTQ youth in foster care. See how this reset could reshape city services and trust—dive in to learn what changes first.

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]]> Marsha’s Bar Inspection Sparks LGBTQ+ Policing Debate https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/03/05/marshas-bar-inspection-sparks-lgbtq-policing-debate/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37598 A compliance inspection at Philadelphia’s Marsha’s Bar ended with no violations—but the heavy police presence sparked deeper questions about LGBTQ+ spaces, policing, and fairness. Here’s why the moment matters for queer nightlife and community safety.

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]]> Carlota Ttendant’s Final Bow at GayBINGO https://phillygaycalendar.com/2026/02/26/carlota-ttendants-final-bow-at-gaybingo/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 https://phillygaycalendar.com/?p=37513 After 30 years of drag, laughter, and HIV activism, Carlota Ttendant takes her final bow at Philadelphia’s iconic GayBINGO. Discover how one performer helped turn camp into community care—and why this Pride Month farewell matters more than ever.

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