The Solo Trip - March/April
As March continues on... and on... here are some more top picks for LGBTQ+ friendly solo events for you to enjoy.
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Queer Screening at October Gallery
Fancy a screening of Luca Guadagnino’s Queer starring Drew Starkey and Daniel Craig? Like popcorn? Enjoy residing in the cinematic queer universe alongside fellow queers? The October Gallery in West London is hosting a screening of William S. Burroughs steamy work.
When? Friday April 4th 2025 - 6.30pm - 9pm
Where? October Gallery, Old Gloucester St, London
The LGBTQ+ Community Centre have such an array of delights on their rosta and this is a delicious addition. Fancy a good core workout? Have some new Sweaty Betty to show off? Head on down to the Community Centre and sweat yourself silly with LGBTQ+ friendly Pilates.
When? Thursday’s at 11am from 27th March 2025
Where? LGBTQ+ Community Centre, SE1 9JH
The Arzner - Independent LGBTQ+ Cinema
The Arzner, a new LGBTQ+ cinema and cafe/bar a short walk from London Bridge, is a great spot for those needing a coffee or fancy watching a queer classic. From new releases to historic greats, check out their roll call of films across March and April here.
When? Open 7 days a week
Where? The Arzner, Bermondsey, London
LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2025
One of my favourite new comedians Ciara O’Connor is hosting the first London heat of the LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year competition, culminating in finals across April and May across the UK. Who knows, you might want to follow it across the country?
When? Wednesday 2nd April 2025
Where? The Seven Dials Club, London
Isn’t this fun, what a treat to be able to sit down with a classic book and discuss with LGBTQ+ folk of all generations? The LGBT Foundation are hosting this inter-generational conversation in Manchester. All you need to do? Have read the book, and book yourself a free ticket!
When? April 7th 2025, 6-7pm
Where? Sackville Street, Manchester
Sometimes simplicity is the best, and this looks delightfully powerful in its clear and simple direction. An evening of storytelling where queer folk from a diverse range of ages, backgrounds and cultures simply share stories from their lives to an intimate audience of like-minded folk. Listen, learn, have a laugh and i’m sure shed a single tear, this is a terrific idea for a community event.
When? 10th April 2025
Where? Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
The UKs premier LGBTQ+ film festival is back for another year featuring some of the newest and most exciting film makers from across the world. With talks from Wicked’s Bowen Yang and films inspired by forbidden desire and newly formed family models, including River Gallo’s Ponyboi, tickets are coveted for the 2025 instalment of this creative fest.
When? 19th - 30th March 2025
Where? BFI Southbank, London
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