Philadelphia Gay News

01/14/2025

It's hard to face what we all know is coming with the new administration -- but we can still take steps to protect ourselves and our families.

Here are 10 things LGBTQ+ families can do in the year ahead to support ourselves and our families in light of the Trump administration.

01/14/2025

The Philadelphia Museum of Art will hold gender sensitivity training for its front-line staff and contractors throughout January, after a gender nonconforming le***an complained of mistreatment while using a ladies room at the museum.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art will hold gender sensitivity training after a guest complained of mistreatment while using a ladies room.

01/14/2025

The march and festival is estimated to have generated $4,656,043 of economic activity in Philadelphia County — and that number doesn’t account for the ripple effect of continued spending for other needs.

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01/14/2025

According to prosecution papers, Stephens was a trusted figure in the boys’ lives. Some of the abuse allegedly occurred in Stephens’ residence. Other abuse allegedly occurred in the boys’ residence. https://buff.ly/409LFoG

01/13/2025

Three LGBTQ+ women just made congressional herstory -- but that's not all we have to celebrate.

Even with an incoming Trump presidency that has pledged anti-LGBTQ+ policies, there were some LGBTQ+ moments to celebrate on Capitol Hill.

01/13/2025

Jose M. Luismarcelo, 25, allegedly drank excessively at LGBTQ+ venues on Jan. 1, 2023, before speeding his Honda sedan into a parked tractor-trailer at 61st Street and Passyunk Avenue in southwest Philadelphia.

Vo**ur and Woody’s are being sued for allegedly serving too much alcohol to the driver of the vehicle in an accident.

01/13/2025

The William Way LGBT Community Center closed in October due to mold found during a renovation assessment. Now, they’re preparing to reopen, though the project remains on hold.

The William Way LGBT Community Center is getting ready to welcome people back into the building — but the project is on hold.

01/12/2025

Financial New Year’s resolutions are a great way to take control of your finances, build wealth and develop healthier money habits. Here are some tips to kick off 2025 on the right financial footing.

Financial New Year’s resolutions are a great way to take control of your finances, build wealth and develop healthier money habits.

01/12/2025

"I truly believe that children are the most oppressed demographic on earth so to be able to advocate for them in my role as the Development & Communications Coordinator and uplift their voices to make sure that they’re heard is fulfilling," said Graves of their work at the Attic Youth Center.

One of the people helping achieve The Attic Youth Center's mission of creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth is Brian Graves.

01/11/2025

For Monét X Change, the title of her show “Life Be Lifin,’” arriving in Philadelphia on Jan. 18, couldn’t have a more fitting title.

01/10/2025

Philly's Pride events are growing and will only continue to expand in the future. That growth has a major economic impact — not just on the Gayborhood but on the city as a whole.

Pride events are growing in cities across the United States — including Philadelphia, which made an economic impact in 2024.

01/10/2025

Hitting theatres in Philadelphia today!

Out gay filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s new film, “The Room Next Door,” opening Jan. 10 in Philadelphia, is his first feature in English.

01/10/2025

🌈 "Who We Love" is a heartfelt coming-of-age drama that tackles q***r identity, bullying, and self-acceptance. While its message isn’t perfect, its sincerity shines through.

“Who We Love,” now available on VOD, seeks to empower young viewers with its salient messages about being — and not hiding — who you are.

01/09/2025

Stephens faces felony charges, including child s*x abuse allegations involving two boys, and could face life in prison if convicted.

A jury trial has been postponed for Kendall Stephens, who allegedly had s*xual misconduct with a 9-year-old boy and a 14-year-old boy.

01/09/2025

This captivating film is screening one time only in Philadelphia — Jan. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at PhilaMOCA, 531 N 12th St. Try not to miss it.

The engrossing q***r film, “Eat the Night” mixes gay romance, video games and drug warfare into a visually and emotionally stimulating drama.

01/08/2025

"Who We Love" is now streaming on VOD. This Irish coming-of-age film delves into themes of q***r identity, bullying, and self-worth. While imperfect, it delivers an empowering message for young audiences. 🌈

“Who We Love,” now available on VOD, seeks to empower young viewers with its salient messages about being — and not hiding — who you are.

01/07/2025

The William Way LGBT Community Center is getting ready to welcome people back into the building — but a much-anticipated renovation project is on hold.

The William Way LGBT Community Center is getting ready to welcome people back into the building — but the project is on hold.

01/07/2025

The sister of a young woman killed in a 2023 vehicular accident is suing two Philadelphia LGBTQ+ bars, Vo**ur and Woody’s, alleging they overserved alcohol to the vehicle's driver.

Vo**ur and Woody’s are being sued for allegedly serving too much alcohol to the driver of the vehicle in an accident.