LGBTQ+ History Month
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ LGBTQ+ History Month (October)
LGBTQ+ History Month is a dedicated month to reflect on the often-overlooked contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in United States history. It is a celebration of LGBTQ+ individual contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the Month of October in the United States since 1994, to coincide with 10/11 National Coming OUT Day. While we honor those pioneers who paved the way, we also celebrate and acknowledge the history being made today as we look forward to a more equitable future for all.
Add your events to the LGBTQ+ History Month Calendar
- Submit your events to the University Events Calendar
- Tag it with Signature Programs and LGBTQ+ History Month. This will generate a feed of your event to this webpage.
- Please note that the event may take 2-3 days to show on the website.
Feature your event on the LGBTQ+ Center Newsletter and Social Media
We would love to feature your events in our October newsletter and on our social media pages. Please send your submissions with a flyer and description of the event to lgbtqsc@kent.edu. Click the button below to view our guidelines for newsletter and social media requests:
Fall 2024 LGBTQ+ History Month Events!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Last Exit Books in downtown Kent is hosting an LGBTQ+ Open Mic Night! Stop by to see talented LGBTQ+ individuals and allies perform!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Dan Smith Park in downtown Kent is hosting a Rainbow Revival Market! Visit Dan Smith Park to explore the wares of LGBTQ+ vendors and merchants.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Acorn Alley in downtown Kent is hosting an LGBTQ+ Makers Market! Visit Acorn Alley to explore the wares of LGBTQ+ vendors and merchants.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the local circular marketplace Sun in Leo, located in downtown Kent, is hosting a Gender Affirming Clothing Swap! Stop by to drop off or discover gender affirming clothes.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the FJ Kluth Gallery in downtown Kent is hosting a Queer Art Show! Stop by to see art created by local queer artists.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, North Water Brewing Co. in downtown Kent is hosting a Courageously Queer Storytelling night with the theme of Queer Joy. Stop by to see talented LGBTQ+ individuals tell their stories!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Bell Tower Brewing in downtown Kent is hosting a Pride Trivia night. Stop by for an evening of pride trivia to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the Zephyr Pub in downtown Kent is hosting a Pokemon-Themed Drag Show. Stop by to see talented drag performers and celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Bell Tower Brewing in downtown Kent is hosting a Drag Bruch. Stop by to see talented drag performers and celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is hosting a Drag Bingo & Dinner, an evening of fine food and games featuring Drag Queens and Bingo! Dinner will also feature live music from Trans artists. This is an adult event for guests 18 and over.