The Queer Men’s Retreat on the Greek Island of Mykonos isn’t just a holiday get away; it’s an adventure in to the heart of self-discovery! Over a period of 7 days, from 16 to 23 June 2024, you’ll get the chance to dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean, feel the sand underneath your feet, find new friends, and indulge in the island’s rich history and way of life. Whether you exploring the labyrinthine streets of Chora or coming across hidden coves, every adventure is in the words of the organisers, “an exploration of self, guided via the vibrant spirit of the queer community”.  ..read more

During Pride and Mardi Gras celebrations in Sydney, visitors and locals immerse themselves in the diverse queer neighbourhoods. No matter your orientation or gender identity, Sydney is an international queer capital. Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (16 February – 3 March 2024) is the world’s largest annual LGBTQIA+ festival, but there are many more things to do and see in the harbour city. Where to go in Sydney In Sydney, rainbow flags and queer couples are everywhere, but a few neighbourhoods stand out for being concentrated rainbow cultures. Visit Surry Hills and Darlinghurst on the e ..read more

Stars of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Charity Kase and Anubis are taking to the stage across the nation this Yuletide, and QX spoke to them both about their The Nightmares Before Christmas Tour. The tour kicks off in London on 2 December, at John The Unicorn.   What can people expect from the tour? Charity: People can expect a camp Christmassy experience and maybe even a puppet or two. We are bringing some amazing looks, comedy songs and killer vocals, literally killer on my side. It will be an intimate cabaret-style show and definitely a night to remember. ANUBIS: Truly expect the une ..read more

Queer East returns to cinemas around the UK in 2023 for its fourth year with a nationwide tour presenting contemporary feature films and documentaries with retrospective screenings, short films, artists’ moving image works, and a VR cinematic experience. Through a programme of cinema and performance art, the festival pushes boundaries and challenges expectations and labels commonly associated with queer communities. Queer East is sure to provoke, inspire and engage.  Following on from the main festival in London, the nationwide tour runs until December across venues in Manchester, Notting ..read more

A mere couple of hours on the fastest train from London, Stratford-upon-Avon is a pretty town that sits by the side of the River Avon in the midst of the verdant Warwickshire countryside. Known primarily for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is home to the Royal Shakespeare Company and its three permanent theatres (there are also temporary ones).  Of particular interest to us is The Royal Shakespeare Company’s forthcoming production of Charlie Josephine’s new play, Cowbois. Cowbois is a queer Western running at the Swan Theatre between 14 October and 18 ..read more

The Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival is an annual Cardiff-based film festival offering the largest LGBTQ+ shorts film prize in the world. Presenting shorts from 21 countries competing for £30,000 to make a new LGBTQ+ themed film in the UK, plus feature films, Iris Week runs from 10 – 15 October 2023 (the online festival is available in the UK till the end of October). The festival makes Cardiff an excellent getaway destination for lovers of queer cinema. The box office opens to the general public today, 19 September 2023,  This year’s programme includes more than 50 short films, 12 feature ..read more

Back in 2020, Allied Rainbow Communities (ARC) won the bid to bring EuroPride to Malta in 2023 and they’re working with the Maltese LGBTIQ+ community to make EuroPride Valletta 2023 a place to celebrate! EuroPride in Malta is a ten-day event between 7 and 17 September 2023 that will feature various entertainment activities and events, including a human rights conference, Pride marches in Valletta and Victoria (Gozo), concerts as well as themed parties under the slogan #EqualityFromTheHeart. The Maltese LGBTIQ+ community is a vibrant part of the European LGBTIQ+ movement, but as ARC told Q ..read more

Copenhagen Pride is creating a more sustainable event while promoting human rights and LGBTI+ equality! A major step is that The Copenhagen Pride Parade will become the first Pride Parade in the world to change to use 100% electric vehicles.  The climate crisis is a human rights crisis. In recent years, Copenhagen Pride has taken several steps to become a more sustainable event, such as opting for reusable cups and biodegradable confetti. This is part of a long-term strategy for the organisation, which recognises the importance of coming together for a greener future.  Several studie ..read more

‘Camp’ summer camp for LGBTQ+ adults celebrates 25th anniversary. ‘Camp’ is one of America’s premier summer camps for LGBTQ+ adults and is hosting its milestone 25th Anniversary Season from August 20 – 27. Since 1997, queer travellers searching for a unique all-inclusive vacation have found relaxation, excitement, and a new life-long community at a week-long summer camp experience that many attendees have declared the “best time ever!” for over two decades.  Twenty-five years ago, few LGBTQ+ vacations existed, and those that did were cruises or resorts that largely revolved around the par ..read more

At Queer Spirit Festival, August 17 – 21, around 600 magical queer folk will be gathering to enjoy and commune with each other and with the trees, creatures and nature spirits of Bridwell Park in Devon while enjoying a rich and diverse programme of performance, workshops, group ceremonies, dance parties and much more. Queer Spirit showcases the work and talents of dozens of performers, facilitators, ritual magicians and healers who are proud to be queer and spiritual. They are expanding the conversation about queer nature and the gifts it brings, all sharing their skills for free at the festiv ..read more