Events & Calendar

BCLA Murder Mystery Dinner Fundraiser!

Join us for dinner and an interactive mystery show fundraising event to benefit BCLA. Saturday, May 16th 5-8pm at the Ethical Culture Society, 687 Larch Ave, Teaneck, NJ.
Attendees will be detectives solving a mystery and you may dress your 1980s best if you wish!  Tickets are $55.
Email SusanS@BergenCountyLGBTQ.org with questions. Purchase Tickets Now!

BCLA Women's Group Pizza Night

The BCLA Womens' Group will have a pizza night on Wednesday, May 13th at 7pm at the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood at 113 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ. Please bring a $10 donation to pay for the pizza. Email SusanS@BergenCountyLGBTQ.org for more information.

Oscar Wilde Historical Talk

This is an Illustrated talk with Public Historian Francesca Costa at 7-8pm Thursday, May 28th at the Visitor Center at Fort Lee Historic Park. In 1882, the Palisades Mountain House got a visit from Oscar Wilde during his American Tour... or did it? Go back in time and learn how to solve a mystery about this famous figure of the 1800’s.

New Milford Anti-Bias Symposium

Join community leaders, advocates, and neighbors from every faith, background, and identity for a powerful evening of education, solidarity, and action. BCLA's founder Anthony Torres will be joining the panel. The meeting is 6-8pm Wednesday, May 20th at the New Milford High School, 330 River Road, New Milford, NJ. Click on the flyer for more details. The event will also be Live Streamed on YouTube.

Pride Choir of Montclair presents Wondrous Journeys

Pride Choir presents two nights of inspirational music - expect the warmth of Dolly Parton, the defiance of Fleetwood Mac, the soaring beauty of classics like "Somewhere", and more - all backed by a nine-piece live band in their ensemble's first dual-concert weekend! Both concerts take place at Union Congregational Church, 176 Cooper Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
Friday, June 5th: 6:15pm Pre-Show Cabaret, Concert at 7pm.
Saturday, June 6th: 7pm Concert followed by a dessert and cake reception.

This is a FREE event, but RSVP/Registration is required online.

NJ Choral Society Master Works Concert Harmony and Hope

The New Jersey Choral Society will present a Masterworks concert titled Harmony and Hope on Saturday, June 6 at 7:30 pm at the West Side Presbyterian Church at 6 South Monroe Street, Ridgewood, NJ. The program will include movements from Considering Matthew Shephard You can purchase tickets online here.  

Temple Emeth Pride Shabbat

Temple Emeth hosts a Pride Shabbat with guest speaker Philip Calabro, Program Coordinator for Community Education & Outreach at PFLAG NYC. The event is at 8pm Friday June 12th at 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ

BCLA Pride Movie Night (FREE!)

The BCLA Womens' Group and the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood are hosting a FREE screening of But I'm a Cheerleader on Sunday, June 14th at 6pm at the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood at 113 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ. Light snacks will be served and there will be a guided discussion in addition to the screening. Email SusanS@BergenCountyLGBTQ.org for more information.

Drag Queen Bingo in Bergenfield

An adult-only evening of Drag Queen Bingo fun on Thursday, June 18th 6-9pm at the Bergenfield Public Library, 50 West Clinton Avenue, Bergenfield, NJ hosted by Harmonica Sunbeam. There will be games and prizes! 

Please note that while the content is PG, this is an adult only event. Bring your own snacks and we'll provide water; no alcohol allowed. Register online here (required).

New Online LGBTQ+ Literary Magazine Not Quite Right

This new online literary magazine will publish poetry, essays, and short fiction. They're queer-run (but not queer-exclusive) and looking to hear from new and interesting voices. They are currently accepting submissions and the first issue is scheduled to go live during Pride Month this June.

Camp Highlight is Hiring Counselors for Summer 2026

Camp Highlight is a community where children of LGBTQ families can connect, grow, and play! Located in Spring City, PA they are currently hiring paid staff aged 19+ to help deliver their comprehensive curriculum for their weeklong camp. See the flyer for more info, or email Rayn@camphighlight.com the assistant director.

Family Equality 2026 Needs Assessment - Anonymous Survey

Family Equality wants to hear from you! What are the biggest challenges you’re facing as an LGBTQ+ family, and what can Family Equality do to help?
By taking 5 minutes to complete their 2026 audience needs assessment, you can inform their work.

Rainbowl NJ in Lodi

Looking for a fun, welcoming bowling league? Rainbowl NJ is an LGBTQIA+–centered league where everyone is welcome — LGBTQIA+ bowlers, allies, friends, and first-timers alike. Find them on Instagram @RainbowlNJ. They play at Lodi Lanes at 58 Terhune Ave, Lodi, NJ.