GSBA Events Calendar
A Midsummer Night's Dream
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shakespeare’s most popular comedy pulls us once again into the magic of the moonlight. Four young lovers flee their families in pursuit of love in the forest but get more than they bargained for when they land in the middle of a faerie feud. A chaotic ...
Blend The World: Healing Workshops, Intuitive Readings & Classes at Crystal Lounge Seattle
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Join us for 2 days full of Healing Workshops, Intuitive Readings & Classes at Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems! More TBA! LOCATION: Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems 2008 1st Ave Seattle, WA 98121 (On 1st Ave between Virginia & Lenora) ...
Veteran Service Provider Networking Hour
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hello Fellow Providers, Thank you to those who attended last month's networking coffee hour event at MVCC. I love seeing the depth of conversation and community we get in an in person setting I've been playing around with the name and date of this ...
Understanding & Honoring the Black Military Experience
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
This workshop is open to all but geared toward providers who work with veterans and service members. The goal of this workshop is to improve understanding around the challenges and triumphs of Black service members, and to enable providers to better ...
SMB Marketing Webinar | 101: Community Partnerships & Micro-Influencers
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
IPO Readiness Forum
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
An educational online forum for founders and employees at pre-IPO companies exploring how equity compensation, tax timing, liquidity planning, and concentration risk intersect ahead of a potential public offering.
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
The GSBA Impact Awards - 2026
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
The GSBA Impact Awards celebrate businesses, non-profits, and community leaders making a meaningful difference across Washington State. Join us for an evening of recognition, connection, and community as we honor this year’s nominees and announce our award
Drag Bingo Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
For this event, 100% of the bingo card sales will be donated to Kitsap Humane Society! Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at Drag Bingo—and trust us, you do not want to miss this one! We’re rolling out the red carpet for Seattle’s sensational Shay ...
Quiet Reading Club
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Unwind at the end of the month or spend your lunch break in community at Minority Veterans of America’s Quiet Reading Club. This drop-in, drop-out gathering offers a calm, shared space to read together in silence—no pressure to socialize, just the ...
Deliciously Different: Gluten-Free Treats & Wine Pairing
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a special tasting event featuring the bold, nutrient-dense creations of Power Yummies, a Black, woman-owned Seattle bakery redefining what gluten-free and nut-free treats can be. From dark chocolate broccoli brownies to carrot quinoa cakes ...
Seattle LGBTQ+ Public Leadership Summit
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
The Summit is a FREE half-day training that engages participants in collaborative workshops and discussions on how to run for office or enter public service as an out LGBTQ+ individual, as well as network with local LGBTQ+ leaders.
Community in Motion by Henry's
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You’re Invited to Community in Motion! 🏋️♂️✨ Henry’s Gymnasium, in partnership with GSBA, is opening its doors for a high-energy networking social you won’t want to miss! Come experience the vibe of our club, mix and mingle with GSBA members, ...
Seattle Women's Chorus presents Legacy
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Seattle Women’s Chorus welcomes Resident Conductor Beth Ann Bonnecroy to the podium. Legacy honors the music and stories we inherit, while shaping the ones we leave behind. Songs from female, BIPOC, trans and nonbinary composers are highlighted. We ...
Seattle Women's Chorus presents Legacy
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Seattle Women’s Chorus welcomes Resident Conductor Beth Ann Bonnecroy to the podium. Legacy honors the music and stories we inherit, while shaping the ones we leave behind. Songs from female, BIPOC, trans and nonbinary composers are highlighted. We ...
Ritual Zero Proof Gin Alternative: Elevated Non-Alcoholic Beverage (ENAB) Lab (Virtual Class)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Stop guessing with Non-Alcoholic Spirits. Join this 60‑minute live virtual class and learn the 4‑Pillar ENAB System while we make two elevated drinks together in real time. Your $75 ticket includes: a 750-ml bottle of Ritual Zero-Proof Gin ...
Building a More Welcoming Washington: VIRTUAL Seattle’s FIFA World Cup Inclusion Training - March '26
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
GSBA is partnering with SeattleFWC26 to offer Inclusion Training workshops that support small businesses with actionable guidance on allyship, gender inclusion, and LGBTQ+ cultural competency—helping teams feel prepared, confident, and welcoming.
Drag Bingo with Rita LaRue
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Card purchase guarantees your seat — this will sell out! Don’t miss your chance to play bingo with the fabulous Rita LaRue - Miss Gay Cascadia America 2025. Enjoy dazzling performances, and win fabulous prizes. CLICK HERE TO BUY CARDS
“What’s Tea Got to Do With It” - An Exploration of the Structure of Wine
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
In this interactive class and tasting, we’ll break wine down into its essential building blocks and explore what “structure” in wine is and how it feels using familiar, everyday ingredients you already understand. Through guided sensory exercises with ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Monthly Women's Self-Protection Class
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Tea with T: Informational Webinar on WEBS
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join GSBA for Tea with T on Tuesday, March 10 at 10:30 AM PT on Zoom, where Toraya Miller will walk you through Washington’s Electronic Business Solution (WEBS) and how to register and use it to find state contracting opportunities.
Get Grant Ready - In Person
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join GSBA for a practical Spring workshop focused on helping small and micro businesses break down barriers to securing grants.
Get Grant Ready - VIRTUAL
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join GSBA for a practical Spring workshop focused on helping small and micro businesses break down barriers to securing grants.
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - March 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
Working Together to Protect and Transfer Assets - VIRTUAL WEBINAR
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Working Together to Protect and Transfer Assets brings together a financial planner and an estate planning attorney to show how collaboration ensures your wishes are honored, your assets are protected, and your loved ones are cared for.
State Contracting Opportunities & Open House
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services for a conversation on state contracting practices and opportunities.
Guest Stylist Pop-up Event
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Nic of Ends of the Earth, Micki Yeates of Hatch Hair and Company, and Kitt Spata are teaming up for a queer haircut day Wednesday, March 25th 11am - 5pm. Haircuts of all lengths are welcome, but each stylist specializes in slightly different services. ...
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Fork Cancer Seattle
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The American Cancer Society GenNow Network Seattle Chapter presents the fourth annual Fork Cancer Seattle will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the Block 41 in Seattle. The evening will feature small plates and craft cocktails as well as lots ...
Drag Bingo Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at Drag Bingo—and trust us, you do not want to miss this one! We’re rolling out the red carpet for Seattle’s sensational Shay Fox—the queen of sass, sparkle, and side-splitting comedy! She’ll be serving up fierce ...
TWB Seattle Neighborhood Tour
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TWB Seattle Neighborhood Tour is an all-inclusive 5-hour guided cultural experience hosted by travel content creators Marlie and Anthony Love. Explore Seattle through history, art, wine, and local businesses located within their favorite Seattle ...
Club Rugby Night at Seattle Seawolves Rugby!
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Club Rugby Night is here! Calling all local youth, high school, collegiate, and adult rugby clubs — wear your kit proudly and represent your squad at Starfire. Be among the first to see the new-look Seattle Seawolves in action as they host the ...
Kids Night at Seattle Seawolves Rugby – Home Opener!
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate Kids Night as the Seattle Seawolves kick off the 2026 season with a high-energy Friday night at Starfire! This special theme night is all about family, fun, and creating unforgettable memories. Arrive early for face painting, lawn games, and ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Monthly Women's Self-Protection Class
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Building a More Welcoming Washington: Seattle’s FIFA World Cup Inclusion Training - April '26
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
GSBA is partnering with SeattleFWC26 to offer Inclusion Training workshops that support small businesses with actionable guidance on allyship, gender inclusion, and LGBTQ+ cultural competency—helping teams feel prepared, confident, and welcoming.
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - April 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Wicked Wiz of Oz
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
There’s no place like a Seattle Men’s Chorus show! We celebrate ALL the versions of Oz: Wicked, The Wiz, and The Wizard of Oz. Jam-packed with mashups: Defying Gravity with Somewhere Over the Rainbow; Dancing Through Life with If I Only Had a Brain; ...
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
College Night at Seattle Seawolves Rugby
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
College Night is back! Throw on your alma mater colors, rally your friends, and get ready for a spirited Friday night at Starfire. Whether you’re repping UW, CWU, or another school, this is your night to show your pride and bring the energy. The ...
TWB Seattle Neighborhood Tour
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TWB Seattle Neighborhood Tour is an all-inclusive 5-hour guided cultural experience hosted by travel content creators Marlie and Anthony Love. Explore Seattle through history, art, wine, and local businesses located within their favorite Seattle ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Wicked Wiz of Oz
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
There’s no place like a Seattle Men’s Chorus show! We celebrate ALL the versions of Oz: Wicked, The Wiz, and The Wizard of Oz. Jam-packed with mashups: Defying Gravity with Somewhere Over the Rainbow; Dancing Through Life with If I Only Had a Brain; ...
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Wicked Wiz of Oz
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
There’s no place like a Seattle Men’s Chorus show! We celebrate ALL the versions of Oz: Wicked, The Wiz, and The Wizard of Oz. Jam-packed with mashups: Defying Gravity with Somewhere Over the Rainbow; Dancing Through Life with If I Only Had a Brain; ...
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Wicked Wiz of Oz
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
There’s no place like a Seattle Men’s Chorus show! We celebrate ALL the versions of Oz: Wicked, The Wiz, and The Wizard of Oz. Jam-packed with mashups: Defying Gravity with Somewhere Over the Rainbow; Dancing Through Life with If I Only Had a Brain; ...
Salute To Service Night – Seattle Seawolves Rugby
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
📍 Starfire Stadium 🗓 Sunday, May 17 | 1:00 PM Join us for Salute To Service Night, a powerful afternoon dedicated to honoring the military members, veterans, and first responders who serve our community. Bring your family and experience a matchday ...
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Fan Appreciation Night – Coffee Cup Rivalry
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Starfire Stadium 🗓 Sunday, May 31 | 5:00 PM It’s Fan Appreciation Night and we’re celebrating YOU - the best fans in Major League Rugby as the Seawolves host the reigning champion New England Free Jacks in the heated Coffee Cup rivalry. Arrive ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
PRIDE NIGHT – Seattle Seawolves Rugby
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
PRIDE NIGHT – Seattle Seawolves Rugby 📍 Starfire Stadium 🗓 Sunday, June 7 | 6:00 PM 🌈 The match you’ve been waiting for — PRIDE NIGHT is here! 🌈 Join the Seattle Seawolves for our final home match of the season as we celebrate love, inclusion, ...
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Sing Along, Seattle!
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Come out and sing along with the Seattle Men’s Chorus! Our famous holiday sing-along gets a makeover…for Pride!
Seattle Men's Chorus presents Sing Along, Seattle!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come out and sing along with the Seattle Men’s Chorus! Our famous holiday sing-along gets a makeover…for Pride!
Seattle Women's Chorus Cabaret
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Members of Seattle Women’s Chorus sing love songs and anthems for Pride in an intimate setting.
Seattle Women's Chorus Cabaret
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Members of Seattle Women’s Chorus sing love songs and anthems for Pride in an intimate setting.
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Oportunidades en Contratación Estatal y Casa Abierta
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Overview Únete al Departamento de Servicios Empresariales del Estado de Washington para una conversación sobre oportunidades en contratación estatal. El cuarto jueves del mes, el Departamento de Servicios ...
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
Monthly Self-Protection Class - "LGBTQ+ Punch and Brunch"
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Monthly, Every 1st Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Optional hangout brunch immediately after) Sliding scale fee of $5 to $30 No registration needed Bring water, good vibes, and a willingness to learn!
