LGBTQ+ Events in OC:

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Jimmy in Saigon begins as a personal exploration into the mysterious death and radical life of Jimmy McDowell, an American 24-year-old Vietnam veteran who died as a civilian in Saigon in 1972, when filmmaker Peter McDowell was only five. While investigating Jimmy’s drug use and sexuality, Peter takes us from the US Midwest to Vietnam, France and back home again. In his quest to get to know his brother, he uncovers a hidden romance, new family ties and a remarkable global love story.

All Gender Summer Kickball Friday Nights in Irvine
Games: July 17th - Sept 18th 7:40 & 8:50pm   Registration Opens June 15th 8 week season,16 Teams. Outloud Sports

OC‘s only LGBTQ bowling league. We play Friday evenings. PositionRound. Fountain Bowl -17110 S. Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley CA Friday Night Trios

Based on the smash-hit movie, Priscilla is the heartwarming, uplifting adventure of three friends, Tick, Bernadette and Adam, a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio who agree to take their show to middle of the Australian outback. No Square Theater 384 Legion Street Laguna Beach No Square Theater

We are hiking this moderate hike at TurtleRock in Irvine. Join the Meetup group LGBTQ Hiking OC. Moderate route/hike, meet new friends and exercise. LGBTQ Hiking OC 

Come out and join us playing pickleball every Monday. 3900 Lampson Ave, Seal Beach

Lesbians of LA and OC

We are hiking this beginner-moderate hike at Salt Creek Trail in Laguna Niguel. Join the Meetup group LGBTQ Hiking OC. Moderate route/hike, meet new friends and exercise. LGBTQ Hiking OC 

The LGBTQ Center OC's Young Adult Program invites you to attend our annual speed-dating and friend-making event, Summer Luvin'! Come Mingle with other LGBTQIA+ Folks Ages 18-26 in our Speed-Dating, Friend-Making, and Networking Event! Contact: Julius Landin, Youth Program Coordinator, julius.landin@lgbtqcenteroc.org @ Requiem Cafe 280 South Clementine St, Anaheim, CA 92805 Information 

The IE’s The Lavender Hub is coming to San Clemente for a Queer Beach Hangout. They curate LGBTQ+ Events in the Inland Empire (she/her/hers). Whether you're a first-timer, exploring the pier, or just looking to soak up the sun with good company, this is your queer space to chill and play with new or familiar faces! Bring your boogie boards and your best vibes! Details 

Third Space gay hangout game night – picnic at the park, all queer folk plus allies welcome at MILE SQUARE PARK (FOUNTAIN VALLEY). Bring a blanket, your best game face, and a snack (other than yourself) Designed for y'all to interact and actually get to know each other :) if you have fun games feel free to bring those as well.

We will meet at the Twisted Vine in downtown Fullerton on July 29th to discuss "My Guru and His Disciple" by Christopher Isherwood. "The author of The Berlin Stories and A Single Man chronicles his thirty-year relationship with his spiritual advisor, a Hindu priest." Twisted Vine 127 W Commonwealth Ave • Fullerton, O.C. Gay Men's Book 

Back by popular demand... come get UP CLOSE with us in the next chapter in the MenAlive Cabaret series! All tickets include one raffle ticket for a chance to win a Virgin Voyages Caribbean cruise for 2! Men Alive OCGMC

Join our Send with Pride Meet Up, a safe space for LGBTQ+ folx and allies to create community and meet new climbing partners. At Sender One we strive to create positive climbing experiences for our community, supporting each member for whatever their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression may be. Queer Crush

OCQCC is partnering with HanaHaus Newport Beach this month to host our OC Netwerk! Mixer. Running a business means juggling opportunities, challenges, and the occasional 3 a.m. "What if?" moment. In this engaging and practical session, Jessica Martini will help you turn uncertainty into confidence by exploring the biggest risks business owners face—and how to prepare for them before they become problems. Café Biaani, Anaheim, CA OCQCC

The dazzling Endora takes the stage with Tony tickling the ivorys, serving up beloved classics, belt out loud and proud blended with plenty of stichk sass and sharp humor. It’s old school cabaret with a wink, a laugh and a whole lot of personality. Mozambique 1740 S. Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Laguna Beach Pride 

Gay Days Anaheim returns to Disneyland on September18-20. Come out and celebrate and enjoy the park.  Get more information and tickets at Gay Days Anaheim. 

Chance Theater presents The Bed Trick.  Join us for our Pride Nights, where theater lovers who share an identity can connect over refreshments and conversation before enjoying a performance. Chance Theater

Tickets are now available! Join us for an afternoon of exceptional wine tastings, great company, and meaningful support for the LGBTQ Center OC. Gather your friends, reserve your spot, and raise a glass for a great cause. Fullerton Museum 301 N Pomona Ave Fullerton, CA 92832 LGBTQ Center OC

The 2026 OC Pride Festival returns to Downtown Santa Ana to celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month with a vibrant celebration of queer pride and community, featuring a colorful parade, live entertainment on multiple stages, diverse cultural zones, and interactive activities for all ages. This is a FREE event. OC Pride

RuPaul's Drag Race Werq The World Tour is coming to The Grove in Anaheim. The tour celebrates a decade of the world's largest touring drag production with "WTWN 10: Werq The World News." Hosted by Asia O'Hara. The live concert-style broadcast features fan-favorite queens like Roxxxy Andrews, Plane Jane, Jorgeous, Vanessa Vanjie, and Morphine Love Dion. Tickets will sell fast. Ticketmaster