GSBA Events Calendar
Montana Sapphire Mining in SODO- Icebreaker event for treasure hunters!
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Come meet new friends and mine for genuine raw Montana sapphires! Located in the heart of SODO at Glitter and Gold Studio's monthly open mining experience! What: Gem hounding, friend making, and a moment to connect and relax. Ticket sales benefit the ...
CPR training with Jen Carl | 8/10/2026
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join Jen Carl, PhD, for an interactive CPR training designed to help you build confidence and learn life-saving skills. Participants will learn the fundamentals of CPR, practice hands-on techniques, and gain the knowledge needed to respond during a ...
Trivia with Tim & Geeks Who Drink - FREE - WeRise Wines
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night – test your smarts and have a blast !
Dining Out For Life Benefiting Lifelong
12:00 AM
Eat local. Give back. Make an impact. On Thursday, August 13, restaurants, bars, breweries, cafés, and other dining establishments across Washington will come together for Dining Out For Life, a one-day fundraising event benefiting Lifelong. When you ...
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - August 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
Class Acts: A Local Heroes Event
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Class Acts: A Local Heroes Event — Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 11 AM–2 PM Dress for Success Seattle invites local heroes to join us for a special community appreciation event celebrating educators, school staff, healthcare workers, first responders, ...
Seattle Reign FC Pride Match vs. Chicago Stars FC
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Celebrate Pride with Seattle Reign FC as they take on Chicago Stars FC at Lumen Field. Purchase through GSBA’s ticket link, and $5 from every ticket sold will benefit the GSBA Scholarship Fund.
Dahlia Farm Music Festival
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Rolling Bay Music Club is proud to present the first-ever Dahlia Farm Music Festival a full day of live music, local makers, and community celebration in one of Bainbridge Island’s most beloved outdoor settings — Bainbridge Island / Suyematsu ...
Drawn to Resist: Comics, Courage, and the Fight Against Nazism
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Before superheroes filled movie screens, Jewish creators confronted hate with something powerful and unexpected: comics. Created by the Holocaust Center for Humanity and premiering in Seattle, Drawn to Resist explores how Jewish comic artists combatted ...
GSBA Open House at the Collective
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us at The Collective to explore the space, learn about the new benefits available to members of both organizations, and connect with LGBTQ+ and allied business owners, professionals, and community leaders.
Coffee Talk: Realfine Coffee
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join GSBA Senior Membership Development Manager Alison for Coffee Talk, a casual monthly hangout for Capitol Hill business owners, GSBA members, and neighbors who live or work in this amazing community.
A Legacy in Every Bottle: The WeRise "Tessie" Riesling Wine Release Party
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us as we officially launch the WeRise "Tessie" Riesling, a wine crafted in loving tribute to Jamila's mother, Tessie Conley. As an activist for the Black community, Tessie spent her life standing up for progress, equality, and community ...
Tasting the Stars at WeRise Wine Bar
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
An evening to learn how to read and understand your birth chart, paired with a tasting flight of 3 wines based on your individual sun, moon, and rising sign. What to bring: Come knowing where you were born, plus the exact date and time, for the most ...
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 ...
Sensory Simplicity & Wine Words - Wine Education Class lead by Ken Dillon, Owner, Operator & Certified Winemaker of Footprint Wine Tap
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Ever wonder how to describe what you're tasting, or pick the right wine for the occasion? This class breaks down the industry language, from how grapes are grown to what shows up in a tasting note, so you can taste and talk about wine with more ...
Renton Pride Gala & Festival
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in celebration of 7 years of Renton Pride for a ticketed indoor gala and outdoor public festival,
Vino & Vibes DJ Night - NO COVER - WeRise Wines
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
DJ spinning Chill Vibes Food & Drink Specials
WeRise Wine Bar Presents Drag Bingo with Miss Clara Voyance
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Grab your friends! It's Drag Bingo with the iconic Clara Voyance 7-9pm! We've got food & drink specials and if you're playing bingo, you get an exclusive discount on tonight’s mouth-watering feature: Southern Style Sopes! Scratch made Johnny Cakes ...
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!
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - September 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
Power Connect at ArtLove Salon
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join GSBA for an evening of networking at ArtLove Salon, where LGBTQ+ and allied professionals can connect, build relationships, and explore a contemporary art gallery in downtown Seattle.
RAGTIME - Village Theatre Issaquah
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
In 1902 New York, anything seemed possible. RAGTIME is a uniquely compelling exploration of America at the turn of the 20th century, weaving together three unforgettable stories: a daring Harlem pianist, a determined Jewish immigrant, and an affluent ...
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 ...
Uplift Northwest's 2026 Empowerment Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
October 1 | 11:00am - 1:00pm | The Point at Pier 70 Join us for a celebration to remember and experience the real impact of 105 years of uplifting lives at Uplift Northwest. Through powerful stories, community connection, and shared purpose, you’ll ...
10/2 Otoconia House Music Social Feat. Sho Nuph, Jon Lemmon, Julie Herrera
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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!
Ballard Spahr 44th Annual Best Practices for Best Employers Seminar
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ballard Spahr’s annual Labor & Employment Seminar is back for its 44th year, bringing employers, HR professionals, business leaders, and legal teams up to speed on the workplace and employment law developments impacting their organizations.
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - October 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
10/9 Belltown Art Walk Feat. Ruby Do Trinh | DJ's Leira, Chris Tower, Ruxpin
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Hill Talk at The Cloud Room
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join GSBA: Capitol Hill for our next Hill Talk gathering at The Cloud Room for an evening of conversation, connection, and community in one of Capitol Hill’s most inviting gathering spaces.
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 ...
RAGTIME - Village Theatre Everett
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
In 1902 New York, anything seemed possible. RAGTIME is a uniquely compelling exploration of America at the turn of the 20th century, weaving together three unforgettable stories: a daring Harlem pianist, a determined Jewish immigrant, and an affluent ...
EQUALUX 2026
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
This year, GSBA returns to The Westin Seattle on Saturday, October 31, for a reimagined EQUALUX—an unforgettable Halloween gala benefiting the GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund. The evening brings together community leaders, business professionals, phila
From The Bottom Up: Founder Chats with Nat Stratton-Clarke
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
This conversation series brings members face-to-face with the founders and leaders behind some of our region's most impactful LGBTQ+ and Allied businesses.
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!
Come From Away - Village Theatre Issaquah
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Welcome to the rock! This exuberant, Tony Award–winning musical has captivated audiences around the world with its astonishing true story of kindness in the face of crisis. On September 11, 2001, nearly 7,000 airline passengers were unexpectedly ...
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - November 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
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!
GSBA Capitol Hill Monthly Safety Call - December 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join GSBA, Jen Carl, and Gabriel Neuman for our monthly Capitol Hill Safety Call
Hill Talk at Union
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join GSBA: Capitol Hill for our next Hill Talk gathering at Union Seattle for an evening of conversation, connection, and community in the heart of Capitol Hill.
Come From Away - Village Theatre Everett
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Welcome to the rock! This exuberant, Tony Award–winning musical has captivated audiences around the world with its astonishing true story of kindness in the face of crisis. On September 11, 2001, nearly 7,000 airline passengers were unexpectedly ...
And Then There Were None - Issaquah
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
The Queen of Crime returns. Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island. They have nothing in common but a wicked past they’re desperate to hide and a secret that will seal their fate… for each has been marked for murder. As the weather turns and the ...
And Then There Were None - Everett
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
The Queen of Crime returns. Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island. They have nothing in common but a wicked past they’re desperate to hide and a secret that will seal their fate… for each has been marked for murder. As the weather turns and the ...
Dear Evan Hansen - Village Theatre Issaqah
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
You will be found. Don’t miss this poignant, heart-stirring, and beautiful musical—featuring an exquisite score by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman)—in a powerful new production ...
Dear Evan Hansen - Village Theatre Everett
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
You will be found. Don’t miss this poignant, heart-stirring, and beautiful musical—featuring an exquisite score by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman)—in a powerful new production ...
Love Is Dead - Village Theatre Issaquah
7:30 PM
It’s a rom-com to die for! Created by rising star writers Brett Ryback and Jeff Luppino-Esposito, Love Is Dead is a wildly irreverent, girl-meets-ghost musical comedy that’s screamingly funny and bursting with spirited, pop-infused songs. On ...
Love Is Dead - Village Theatre Everett
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
It’s a rom-com to die for! Created by rising star writers Brett Ryback and Jeff Luppino-Esposito, Love Is Dead is a wildly irreverent, girl-meets-ghost musical comedy that’s screamingly funny and bursting with spirited, pop-infused songs. On ...