GSBA Events Calendar
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 ...
"Here Then" portrait experience
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
This fall's artist-in-residence at Town Hall Seattle invites anyone living in (or visiting) Seattle during Sept-early December to sign-up for a unique portrait experience! Jocelyn R.C. wants to photograph you in the light of your childhood self. Need a ...
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 ...
Fun Home
12:00 PM
Based on Alison Bechdel's landmark graphic memoir, Fun Home is a Tony Award-winning musical about queer identity, family, and the courage to live authentically. As Alison comes of age and embraces her identity as a lesbian, she begins to recognize ...
Visual Journaling: Create, Reflect & Discover - $150
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the creative practice of visual journaling in this hands-on workshop series that blends art, writing, and personal reflection. Participants will experiment with mixed media and reflective journaling, releasing thoughts onto the page while ...
Join Dress for Success Seattle for Financial Education with Capital One
12:00 AM
Want to be a part of the cohort? Please email: programs@dfsseattle.org! :)
10/9 Belltown Art Walk Feat. Ruby Do Trinh | DJ's Leira, Chris Tower, Ruxpin
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Village Theatre Presents: We Have Some Monsters
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome to the exclusive premiere of a musical co-created by you and the We Have Some Notes ensemble. Give them a title, a suggestion, anything — with Broadway in their hearts and chaos in their hands, this ensemble and their live band build a ...
Books & Bottles: Lost The Plot Pop-Up & Community Book Swap
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 10th | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Link: https://www.princessandbear.com/product/books-bottles-lost-the-plot-pop-up-community-book-swap Our summer event was such a hit that we’re bringing Books & Bottles back for autumn! Join us on Saturday, ...
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.
Dream Show Cabaret October
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join The Navigator, Carlos Barajas, The Loose Cannon, Alma David Taylor, and Otto-the-Pilot, Nick Bringhurst, as they launch into another season of musical adventures in DREAM SHOW! Dream Show invites you on a whimsical journey of musical comedy ...
Loan Readiness Panel (for startups and existing small businesses)
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Are you considering applying for a business loan but not sure where to start? Join us on Wednesday, October 14 for a practical and informative panel discussion designed to help small business owners better understand the lending process and what ...
PSBJ Small Business Summit
1:00 PM - 5:15 PM
The Puget Sound Business Journal is proud to once again host the Small Business Summit, a dynamic, half-day conference designed to empower and connect small businesses across the region. As part of our mission to foster connection, growth, and ...
Neurodiversity at Home & Work
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
How to support kids and coworkers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) During this presentation attendees with learn about the misconceptions that those with IDD face in the workplace. Together through this we will learn actionable ...
Coffee Talk: Glo's Diner
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Join our Senior Membership Development Manager Alison for a casual hangout every third Thursday at a rotating coffee shop in Capitol Hill! No agenda, no specific topics; just an opportunity to meet fellow Capitol Hill folks.
Leather Tote Making Workshop in Iconic Pike Place Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for an engaging, hands-on tote-making workshop in Leolo's Pike Place Market Atelier. At the end of this workshop, you will leave with a beautiful, full-grain tote, complete with the solid brass or silver hardware you made! You will select the ...
Hervé Lassïnce Photo Book Signing & New Photo Show
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
OCTOBER EXHIBITION: HERVé LASSïNCE PHOTOGRAPHER PHOTO BOOK SIGNING AND SHOW Photo Book Signing: NOUS, Saturday, October 17, 2026 11AM-6PM *Copies of NOUS, available at the gallery -THE PORTRAIT CONTINUES BEYOND THE GALLERY: Interested in having a ...
Custom Dyed Leather Belt Making Workshop
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for an engaging, hands-on belt-making workshop in Leolo's Pike Place Market Atelier. At the end of this belt-making workshop, you will leave with a beautiful, full-grain hand-dyed veg-tan leather belt complete with solid brass or silver ...
Earning What You’re Worth | Financial Strategy for Values-Driven Founders, Part 3
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A free virtual workshop for early-stage and aspiring values-driven 2SLGBTQ+ founders and entrepreneurs. Join Serin Bond-Yancey, MSW and Keller Lindler, CFP for a practical conversation about pricing, profitability, undercharging, overgiving, market ...
GSBA Policy Council Meeting | October 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
GSBA's Policy Council is expanding, and we need you! The GSBA Policy Council is a group of members that comes together once a month to discuss major policy issues including those impacting small businesses, taxation, health care, public safety, and other d
Seattle Restaurant Week
3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Experience specially crafted Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) Mediterranean influenced dishes. We'll be serving our SRW menu Oct 21 - 31. Reserve your table: https://www.exploretock.com/werise-wines-seattle/detail/622463/seattle-restaurant-week
Building Your Future: A Supportive Class for First Time Homebuyers
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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 ...
Custom Dyed Leather Belt Making Workshop
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for an engaging, hands-on belt-making workshop in Leolo's Pike Place Market Atelier. At the end of this belt-making workshop, you will leave with a beautiful, full-grain hand-dyed veg-tan leather belt complete with solid brass or silver ...
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 ...
Leather Tote Making Workshop in Iconic Pike Place Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for an engaging, hands-on tote-making workshop in Leolo's Pike Place Market Atelier. At the end of this workshop, you will leave with a beautiful, full-grain tote, complete with the solid brass or silver hardware you made! You will select the ...
Leather Tote Making Workshop in Iconic Pike Place Market
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for an engaging, hands-on tote-making workshop in Leolo's Pike Place Market Atelier. At the end of this workshop, you will leave with a beautiful, full-grain tote, complete with the solid brass or silver hardware you made! You will select the ...
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.
Building Your Future: A Supportive Class for First Time Homebuyers
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Queens of Success: a Drag Brunch benefitting Dress for Success Seattle
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬, a fabulous 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠 𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫 benefiting Dress for Success Seattle! Get ready for a morning filled with drag, music, community, and plenty of queen energy, all while supporting our ...
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!
Gay Bingo
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
For more than 25 years, Lifelong's Gay Bingo has been a Seattle tradition, bringing together friends, allies, and community leaders for a night of laughter, entertainment, and impact. As Seattle's original Gay Bingo, this beloved event raises critical ...
GSBA Scholarship Virtual Open House | November 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us at our GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund Virtual Open House!
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
Reel Insights with Cortney: A Social Media Crash Course - November 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Reel Insights is a practical social media workshop led by Cortney Gosset. Attendees will learn how to reach their audience, create authentic content, use editing tools, and produce their own Reel, with time for questions and one-on-one support.
Dream Show Cabaret November
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join The Navigator, Carlos Barajas, The Loose Cannon, Alma David Taylor, and Otto-the-Pilot, Nick Bringhurst, as they launch into another season of musical adventures in DREAM SHOW! Dream Show invites you on a whimsical journey of musical comedy ...
GSBA Policy Council Meeting | November 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
GSBA's Policy Council is expanding, and we need you! The GSBA Policy Council is a group of members that comes together once a month to discuss major policy issues including those impacting small businesses, taxation, health care, public safety, and other d
Building Your Future: A Supportive Class for First Time Homebuyers
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Village Theatre Presents: A Very Die Hard Christmas
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Yippee-Ki-Yay — it’s back! After last year’s sold-out run, The Habit returns with their outrageous spoof comedy that is sure to blow the roof off the joint. Perfect for those who like their holiday entertainment with lots of action, 80s jokes, soft ...
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!
Power Connect at the Washington Athletic Club (WAC)
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join GSBA for Power Connect at the Washington Athletic Club on December 9. Connect with LGBTQ+ and allied professionals while enjoying an evening of conversation and community in this historic downtown Seattle setting.
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.
Dream Show Cabaret December
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join The Navigator, Carlos Barajas, The Loose Cannon, Alma David Taylor, and Otto-the-Pilot, Nick Bringhurst, as they launch into another season of musical adventures in DREAM SHOW! Dream Show invites you on a whimsical journey of musical comedy ...
GSBA Policy Council Meeting | December 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
GSBA's Policy Council is expanding, and we need you! The GSBA Policy Council is a group of members that comes together once a month to discuss major policy issues including those impacting small businesses, taxation, health care, public safety, and other d
Building Your Future: A Supportive Class for First Time Homebuyers
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Village Theatre Presents: Oy Vey in a Manger
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
It’s the most fabulous show in town! America’s Favorite Beautyshop Quartet, Dragapella! make their long-awaited Everett debut with this irreverent holiday smash. Four performers in glorious drag — and even more glorious four-part harmony — skewer the ...
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 ...
Village Theatre Presents: We Have Some Love
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome to the exclusive premiere of a musical co-created by you and the We Have Some Notes ensemble. Give them a title, a suggestion, anything — with Broadway in their hearts and chaos in their hands, this ensemble and their live band build a ...
Village Theatre Presents: My Funny Valentine
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
For one night only, the Hunt Family Theatre turns into the most romantic room on the Eastside. The evening unfolds in two acts, one performer at a time — two 45-minute sets, each built from the musical theater songbook’s most romantic corners: the ...
7 Day Beginner's Leather Shoe Making Workshop in Iconic Pike Place Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn how to make a classic full leather bespoke shoe. This seven-day course will teach you all the steps involved in creating a traditional Oxford or Derby using the traditional 220 step process. In this workshop you will learn to design, make ...
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 ...
Discover Peru with Matilde
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Discover Peru with Matilde — Your Adventure Awaits! Picture yourself exploring colorful markets, tasting incredible Peruvian food, and standing before the breathtaking beauty of Machu Picchu! Join Matilde for a 10-day, 9-night journey through Lima, ...
Dear Evan Hansen - Village Theatre Issaquah
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 ...
Peru Together | inca trail & Adventure
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Peru Together: Inca Trail & Adventure Experience the adventure of a lifetime on this 7-day journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu! Explore ancient ruins, discover local traditions, and admire ...
7 Day Beginner's Leather Shoe Making Workshop in Iconic Pike Place Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Learn how to make a classic full leather bespoke shoe. This seven-day course will teach you all the steps involved in creating a traditional Oxford or Derby using the traditional 220 step process. In this workshop you will learn to design, make ...
Village Theatre Presents: Titanish
7:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Seattle’s beloved sketch troupe, The Habit, takes the most melodramatic blockbuster of the ’90s and sends it straight to the bottom of the sea. Crashing onto the shores of Everett, this 2022 Broadway World Critic’s Choice winner for Best New Musical is ...
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 ...
Village Theatre Presents: We Have Some History
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Welcome to the exclusive premiere of a musical co-created by you and the We Have Some Notes ensemble. Give them a title, a suggestion, anything — with Broadway in their hearts and chaos in their hands, this ensemble and their live band build a ...
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 ...
Village Theatre Presents: We Have Some Angst
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Welcome to the exclusive premiere of a musical co-created by you and the We Have Some Notes ensemble. Give them a title, a suggestion, anything — with Broadway in their hearts and chaos in their hands, this ensemble and their live band build a ...
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 ...