Gay New York City
It's up to you
That's what New York City offers gay visitors. Rich with the history of Stonewall, a lively LGBT community and the fabulosity of being the city that never sleeps, New York is so full of options it can be overwhelming. Don't fret, it is not hard to plan the perfect queer-tinerary of the Big Apple. Seven days a week you can find what, and possibly who, you're after no matter where you hang out on the continuum. Gay culture has spread its wings throughout New York and the well-known gay...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City LGBTQ friendly?
Is New York City LGBTQ friendly?
New York City has thriving LGBTQ communities, is rich in history, and remains one of the most welcoming places for LGBTQ visitors in the US. To many LGBTQ New York City residents, living in NYC means being at the epicenter of the most prominent queer scene in the world, joining a community that is both open-minded and dedicated to activism, and enjoying lively LGBTQ nightlife in the city that never sleeps.
What is the gay neighborhood of New York City?
What is the gay neighborhood of New York City?
There are five main areas known to be popular in the LGBTQ community in New York City – Hell’s Kitchen, Chelsea, West Village, and Brooklyn's Williamsburg and Park Slope. Each areas has its own unique vibe that will attract different residents and visitors. Hell's Kitchen, Chelsea, and the West Village boast a wealth of LGBTQ history and are traditionally recognized as New York City's iconic gay neighborhoods. Brooklyn's Williamsburg is the most popular neighborhood for visitors to Brooklyn and Park Slope has been known as lesbian haven since the 80's.
When is Pride in New York City?
When is Pride in New York City?
With well over one million people flocking to Manhattan for the weekend of NYC Pride, it continues to be one of the largest and greatest in the world. The Fest takes place on the same day of the Parade, always on the last Sunday of June. The famous NYC Pride March takes over Lower Manhattan, filling Greenwich Village and passing the historic Stonewall Monument. Pride Fest includes several entertainment stages and is held just a few blocks away from the Pride March. Learn More
When is Folsom Street East in New York City?
When is Folsom Street East in New York City?
Folsom Street East is New York's answer to San Francisco's Folsom Street Fair and is THE fetish event on the east coast. The event is an annual celebration of the global fetish/kink culture and takes place in June in the West Village on Christopher Street. Learn More