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Kickball, soccer, volleyball, basketball, pickleball, softball, flag football, dodgeball, cornhole, lacrosse and bocce leagues across the New York metro area, plus drop-ins. ZogSports and NYC Social Sports Club are both part of Volo now.

Sports: Basketball · Bocce · Cornhole · Dodgeball · Flag football · Kickball · Lacrosse · Pickleball · Skeeball · Soccer · Softball · Volleyball

Fall kickball leagues start around September 3 — Thursdays at Passannante Ballfield in the West Village, for one — and registration closes around August 28.

Kickball, dodgeball, bowling and pickleball leagues. Summer 2026 offerings are current; fall 2026 is not yet posted.

Sports: Bowling · Dodgeball · Kickball · Pickleball

“lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and LGBTQI-friendly New Yorkers who want to play competitive sports in an athletic environment free of harassment, discrimination and drama”

Ages: “All players must be 21 years of age to participate in our leagues.”

Around 2,500 basketball and volleyball teams a year, with open scrimmages for free agents and pickleball open play. Their site says fall basketball starts in early September and fall volleyball at the end of September.

Sports: Basketball · Pickleball · Volleyball

New York's LGBTQIA+ slowpitch softball league, playing since 1977, in an Open Division and a WTNB+ (Women, Transgender, and Non-Binary) division.

Sports: Softball

“The Big Apple Softball League is NYC's ONLY LGBTQIA+ softball league since 1977.”

Cost: The player fee is $125 ($130.31 w mngmt fees), which is due only after you have been selected to a team.

Division play with tryouts, open play and training, registered through their own portal.

Sports: Volleyball

“We strive to improve the quality of life for LGBTQ+ individuals by building community through the sport of volleyball.”

Ages: “open to all who are over 18 years of age”

Their site says fall 2026 information will be shared in July.

Adult soccer leagues from 5-a-side to 11-a-side, entered through their own registration portal. Listed fall leagues include Thursdays on the Pier 40 rooftop in the West Village (6v6) and Wednesdays at Bush Terminal Park in Sunset Park (7v7).

Sports: Soccer

Fall 2026 leagues are posted on their registration portal.

Skates at Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers and the LeFrak Center in Prospect Park. You join through a self-evaluation form.

Sports: Hockey

“For 25 years, the NYCPHA has provided a safe-space for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies that celebrates inclusivity, fosters connection, and champions pride both on and off the ice.”

A 501(c)3 non-profit made up of all-volunteer LGBTQ+ and ally cheerleaders, performing across New York.

“Cheer New York is a certified 501(c)3 nonprofit organization comprised of all-volunteer LGBTQ+ and ally cheerleaders.”

A climbing community working to expand access to rock climbing and outdoor recreation for LGBTQIA+ communities in the New York metropolitan area.

“We are dedicated to expanding access to the sport of rock climbing and outdoor recreation for LGBTQIA+ communities in the New York metropolitan area.”

An adult community cheerleading team in New York City for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cheerleaders.

“a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender adult community cheerleading team in NYC”

A New York rugby club whose players, in its own words, predominantly and openly identify as gay.

“Gotham Knights is a violent, barbaric rugby club... with a difference...the only one in New York whose players predominantly and openly identify as gay.”

A non-profit gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender boating club, now in its 31st year.

“Knickerbocker Sailing Association is a non-profit gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender boating club, now in its 31st year.”

Adult soccer in 5v5, 6v6, 7v7, 8v8, 9v9 and 11v11 formats, four seasons a year.

“K - 6th Grade · 7TH - 9TH GRADE · 1st - 6th Grade”

A volunteer-run, non-profit community that brings LGBTQ+ people together through tennis.

“Metropolitan Tennis Group (MTG) is a volunteer-run, non-profit community that brings LGBTQ+ people together through the joy of tennis”

A New York flag football league whose stated mission is an inclusive and diverse environment for all its members.

“It is the Mission of the NYGFL to cultivate an inclusive and diverse environment for all members - gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning and straight allies”

A billiards league, and its own claim to being the oldest pool league dedicated to the LGBTQIA+ community.

“the oldest pool league dedicated to the LGBTQIA+ community”

A New York soccer club, and its own claim to being the world's first organized openly-gay soccer club. Members pay annual dues; the amount is not published.

“the world's first organized openly-gay soccer club”

New York's first official gay basketball league, founded in 2006.

“We are New York's first official gay basketball league. Since our founding in 2006, we've maintained and grown an athletic environment free of discrimination for members and friends of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community.”

A 100% LGBTQ+-owned fitness community in New York offering personal training and group workouts.

“provide training and classes for Gay Athletes in NYC. Proud Fitness Community - Personal Training - Group Workouts - 100% LGBTQ+ Owned”

New York City's LGBTQ+-inclusive masters aquatics team, for swimmers over 20. You do not need to be LGBTQ+ to join; allies are welcome.

“Team New York Aquatics ('TNYA') is New York City's LGBTQ+-inclusive masters (age 20+) aquatics team. You do not need to be LGBTQ+ to join our team; we warmly welcome allies.”

Ages: “welcomes everyone over age 20”

Cost: $29.50 every 3 months, after a free 30-day trial membership.

Weekly boxing classes, running since 2017, held exclusively for trans and gender variant people.

“Since 2017, Trans Boxing has facilitated weekly boxing classes exclusively for trans and gender variant people”

Running since 2017 with 300+ members: Tuesdays 7 PM community 5K, Thursdays 6:15 PM track, Saturdays 6:30 AM trail, Sundays 6 AM long run. “Show up. We’ll handle the rest.”

Cost: Free

Rolling membership, with a sliding scale on request and a Heylo community platform.

Cost: $18 a month plus a $40 initiation fee, or $200 a year with the initiation waived

An active racing club — the 2026 calendar includes the NYRR Harlem 5K, the BKLYN Mile and Team Champs. You join through their payment page.

An LGBTQ+ running club in New York.

“Front Runners New York (FRNY) is a running club for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and those who are allies.”

Ages: “The minimum age to participate in FRNY activities is 18 years old.”

Cost: $30/year Basic; Silver $50, Gold $125, Platinum $250, Diamond $500.

Weekly runs Tue 6 AM, Wed 6:14 AM, Thu 6 AM and 6:30 PM, Sat 7 AM and 9 AM in Central Park, and Sun 9 AM in Prospect Park. Non-members are welcome at the weekly runs.

Cost: $30 a year

A club running since 1988, with an annual Harrier Mile and Donut Relay. You join through their site.

A free club with over 20 runs a week in Greenpoint and Williamsburg, including track sessions and long runs.

Cost: Free

Free and open to anyone: Wednesdays 6:28 AM at Bethesda Fountain in Central Park, plus First Fridays 6:28 AM at rotating locations.

Cost: Free

Running since 2013 with 700+ runners: Mondays in Jackson Heights and Woodhaven, Tuesdays in Rego Park, Wednesdays at the Middle Village track and in Jackson Heights, Thursdays in Flushing, Fridays in Glen Oaks and Forest Hills. “Sign up. Or Just Show Up”.

Rides and free classes citywide. Registration is open for the 2026 TD Five Boro Bike Tour and the Twin Lights Ride.

“A 2-hour on-bike class for children, ages 5 and up · for Teens and Tweens, ages 10 and up · This free 5 week program for kids ages 10 and up”

Weekend rides and trips, including the Montreal trip and the Harlem Valley Rail Ride.

Cost: $25 a year individual; $30 a year family

Weekday training rides in Central Park and Prospect Park, plus the Escape New York ride on September 26.

“All members under the age of 18 must obtain parental consent to join NYCC and must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age or older on all club rides.”

An LGBTQ+ cycling club, open to everyone, riding in and around New York City.

“OutCycling is an LGBTQ+ cycling club open to everyone.”

Ages: “You must be 18 or over to join OutCycling.”

Cost: We charge just $45 a year.

Multi-level wheel, handbuilding and mixed-discipline adult classes in 12-week semesters, at 288 West Street in Tribeca and 535 Carlton Avenue in Prospect Heights.

Fall 2026 registration opened to returning students on August 6 and to everyone on August 13 at 8 PM.

Cost: $825 a semester, plus a $15 basic tool kit and firing fees of 4¢ per cubic inch per firing plus tax

Semester classes, three hours once a week, capped at 10 students for handbuilding and 12 for wheel, with clay and glazes included. At 10-34 44th Drive in Long Island City.

Cost: Fall 2026 wheel $440–$615 and handbuilding $440–$615 depending on day and time; tool kit $20–22

One-day and multi-week wheel, handbuilding and glaze classes at 238 Grand Street in Williamsburg, with memberships at their Greenpoint location.

The fall eight-week cycle runs September 8 to November 2, 2026.

Cost: One-day wheel throwing $90; one-day handbuilding $90; eight-week ceramic session $573; wheel throwing intensive $420 for 15 hours; Greenpoint memberships from $170 a month

Eight-week beginner wheel and handbuilding classes, single-session taster classes, and a Saturday-morning family try-wheel.

Cost: Beginner wheel $460 for eight weeks; handbuilding $460 for eight weeks; a single Try Wheel session $85; Try Handbuilding $70

Open-level wheel classes once a week in 12-week semesters at 673 Fifth Avenue in South Slope, with studio access 6 AM–10 PM and clay, 50+ glazes and firings included.

Fall 2026 registration opened Sunday, August 16 at noon.

Fall 2026 runs September 14 to December 6.

Cost: “$775 plus tax” for most classes

Wheel throwing, handbuilding, glazing and sculpture for “every level—from first-time students to advanced”, in semester sessions on Jones Street in the West Village and in Chelsea. Fall registration includes studio sessions for independent practice.

Fall 2026 registration opened Monday, August 17 at noon.

Fall 2026 classes run September 9 to December 11 in the West Village and to December 12 in Chelsea.

Multi-week wheel and handbuilding classes, once a week for three hours, beginners welcome, 18 and over, at 110 West 26th Street.

Cost: $248 for four weeks, $310 for five, $372 for six, including clay and glazes; firing billed at 5¢ per cubic inch

18 and over

Multi-week wheel and handbuilding classes, once a week for three hours, small groups, all levels, 18 and over, plus two-hour intro workshops. At 654 10th Avenue at 46th Street, where they have been for over 40 years.

Cost: $248 for four weeks, $310 for five, $372 for six, including clay and glazes; firing 5¢ per cubic inch monthly; an extra four-hour practice session is $40

18 and over

Sewing, quilting and mixed-craft workshops in Greenpoint, plus Open Sewing Hours when you can come and use the studio.

“This class is open to ages 8-12. · This workshop is for students aged 12-17 only. · Please note: All workshop are for ages 18+.”

Cost: Sewing 101-tier workshops $95.00; Open Sewing Hours $20.00; 2-Day Intensive $350.00

All workshops are for ages 18 and over.

Knitting, crochet, sewing and quilting classes at the shop on Union Street, including Tunisian crochet, sock knitting and the Math of Knitting.

Cost: Learn to Knit $85.00; Beginner Crochet $60.00; Beginning Sewing Boot Camp $125.00; quilt classes $350.00

Knitting 101 to 104 and Crochet 101 to 104, taught as 90-minute evening sessions from 6 to 7:30pm at the shop on West 79th Street.

Classes are posted for August and September 2026, and every one listed was sold out when we checked.

Cost: $50.00 USD per class

SAORI-style zen weaving in two-hour intro sessions, all-day sessions and project classes, at studios on East 87th Street and on Plymouth Street in Dumbo. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 6pm, at both. Booking is by email.

“For children ages 8–14 years old”

Cost: 2-Hour Intro Session $90 for adults; All-Day Zen Session $190; project classes $100-$250

Sewing, dyeing, embroidery, knitting, quilting, visible mending and weaving, taught at 256 3rd Avenue in Gowanus. The broadest textile-technique menu of any shop in this directory.

“(Classes) Kids · (Embroidery) For Kids”

Sewing, quilting and serger classes at the shop on Union Turnpike in Bayside.

Cost: Hemming & Fitting Basics $90.00; Beginner Friendly Tote Bag $90.00; Sepia Pants garment class $320.00

One-on-one and semi-private lessons in knitting, crochet, weaving, technique and spinning, arranged at your convenience. Open Tuesday to Friday 11 to 6 and weekends 11 to 5, on Atlantic Avenue.

“We can do lessons for adults and kids over 12 who are vaccinated.”

Adults and children over 12.

Garment sewing and patternmaking taught as studio classes in Brooklyn, alongside jeans-making, shirtmaking, bra-making, swimwear and couture hand sewing.

Every studio class listed was sold out when we checked, and the Camp Workroom Social page refers to Fall 2026.

Cost: Garment Sewing Fundamentals 101 $324.95; Fundamentals 201 $349.95

Woodworking courses at the Brooklyn Navy Yard: a six-week Introduction on Wednesday evenings, four-day intensives, and beginner through advanced furniture design.

Cost: Introduction to Woodworking, six weeks: $795.00.

Four-hour single-session workshops at Industry City and in Gowanus - woodworking, knife making, welding, blacksmithing, leather, stained glass, textiles and electronics. No prior experience needed, and you leave with the thing you made.

“Age Range: 11 to 14 years old · we cannot register any child who is not 11 years of age by June 1, 2026.”

Woodworking classes, private lessons and a community shop you can book by the hour, on 8th Street in Gowanus. Studio hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 to 6:30, Thursday 10 to 10, and weekends 10 to 6:30.

“Teens age 15 and up may register for adult classes, with their parents/guardians permission. · You must be 18 or older to rent time in the community shop.”

Glassblowing, flameworking, neon, fusing and scientific glassblowing in Gowanus. The flame and neon studios are open 10-6 daily; the hot shop is closed on Fridays.

“Participants under the age of 18 will need a signed parent/guardian release of liability to work in the studios. Children under the age of 15 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian”

Cost: One-day Sun Catchers workshop: $225 +.

Glassblowing, flameworking, neon, stained glass, kilnforming and coldworking on Fulton Street in Fort Greene. Intro to Glassblowing runs over six Thursday evenings; there are also Beginner Neon weekends, Stained Glass 101 and one-day classes. Scholarships are posted, and the coldworking studio is open to students.

“Classes for ages 12-14. · Ages 14-18. · young people ages 13-19 · grades K-12”

Registering now, first come first served - through Eventbrite, by phone, or through CourseHorse.

The Fall 2026 session begins September 5, 2026, with classes posted from September to December.

Jewelry, metalsmithing, enameling, engraving and stone setting on Dean Street in Prospect Heights, with an open-studio punch card for enrolled students. Tasting courses through to goldsmithing, wax working, stone carving and gemcutting.

“Students must be between the ages of 13 - 17 (or a senior in highschool). · These classes are offered for adults who are 18 years old or older”

The 2026 session schedule is posted, and each course listing shows whether its registration is open.

Cost: Our general price range for 8 week classes is $580-$620 and workshops are $200-$600 depending on length and skill level

Shoemaking and leatherwork on Richardson Street in East Williamsburg, from a two-hour introduction up to sneaker and boot intensives.

Cost: 2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making from $85.00; Leather Belt Class from $235.00; card holder and pouch workshop from $100.00; sneaker and boot intensives $700-$5,500

Bookbinding, letterpress, risograph, papermaking and artists books on West 27th Street, taught in person and online by a nonprofit running since 1974.

Workshops are posted for a September to December window, and a cancellation closes 2 weeks before a class starts.

Cost: Hands-On Introduction to Letterpress $165; Letterpress I: Basic Press Operation $550; Riso I $445; Virtual Bookbinding I $345; some classes are Pay-What-You-Can, such as Long Stitch Binding at $20-$160

Once-a-week semester classes, one-day workshops and customised intensives in jewelry, ancient goldsmithing and enameling, on East 49th Street.

Fall Semester 2026 runs September 9 to October 30; Late Fall November 4 to December 19; Winter 2027 January 6 to February 26.

Silversmithing, wax carving and stone setting in Williamsburg - Intro to Silver, Intro to Wax Carving, six-week classes and one- to two-day intensives. The school is open on a limited basis and asks you to get in touch for the current schedule or an appointment.

Letterpress, silkscreen and risograph on North 7th Street in Williamsburg, around a vintage wood type collection. Named classes are posted - wood type poster editions, brush lettering - and group and private workshops are booked by email.

“Kid + Adult Wood Type Poster Class”

A community workshop on West 4th Street with 3D printers, a laser cutter, a CNC router and an electronics bench. Joining starts at the Open House, Wednesdays at 7pm, which is a tour and an onboarding; some equipment needs a safety session first.

Cost: $110/mo for personal use (Standard); $220/mo for coworking use (Premium); $99/mo Student

An electronics and general hacking space in the Garment District. Open House runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 7pm until late, and membership takes three or more visits and a member sponsor.

Two shops - Stapleton on Staten Island and the Brooklyn Army Terminal in Sunset Park - with a metal shop, a wood shop, a machine shop, blacksmithing forges and a ceramics studio. Day passes as well as memberships.

“our lessons in industrial machinery are limited to ages 18+. Some non-industrial machine classes such as laser cutting or 3D printing are suitable for ages 13+. · K-12 School Programs”

Cost: Maker Day Pass $50; Pro Day Pass $75; Associate $225/yr; Maker $225/mo; Pro $325/mo; Ceramics $225/mo; Maker+Ceramics $375/mo; Pro+Ceramics $475/mo

A member-run hacker collective in Boerum Hill. Craft Nights are open to visitors every Monday and Thursday from 6:30pm until late, and Masks-On events run on the first Friday and third Wednesday of the month. A wheelchair ramp is available with push assist.

Ages: “We are an eighteen and over facility.”

18 and over.

Painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media on West 57th Street, enrolled month to month rather than by semester - you can start at any point in the month.

“Special classes are available for artists ages 8 to 17 years old. · Teens aged 13 and up are permitted to attend most adult classes. · Classes for Artists Age 8–12 · Age 13–18”

Register at any time, online, in person or by phone. Tuition is due in full at registration and is prorated for a mid-month start.

The regular session begins September 8, 2026, and renewals are due by the 21st of the month before.

Weaving, sewing, dyeing and textile arts in Gowanus, with an adult class calendar the centre publishes a month at a time.

“children ages 5-14 · Ages 5-6 · Ages 7-8 · Ages 9-10 · Ages 11-14”

Group classes for adults 18 and over, ensembles, and private lessons in 30, 45 and 60-minute slots. At 323 West 108th Street.

“Infant–6 years · ages 6 - 12 years · ages 13 - 18 years · ages 8 and up”

Cost: $30 trial lesson

18 and over for the adult group classes

Private lessons and group classes for all ages, online and in person, with an emphasis on affordability.

“ArtsReachingYouth: Afterschool Enrichment Program for ages 5-11”

“Adult Workshops and Ensembles” plus private lessons at “the West Village’s oldest and only community music school”, running since 1905. At 46 Barrow Street. Registration is currently open.

“Private Lessons (Ages 4+) · Children's Classes (Ages 0 -6) · Ballet Classes for Kids (Ages 3.5 – 13)”

Private lessons, group classes and ensembles in music, dance and theatre for adults at all levels, at the Abraham Goodman House, 129 West 67th Street.

“classes and lessons in music, dance and theater for children, teens and adults at all levels”

Big bands, small instrumental and vocal ensembles, improvisation workshops and jam sessions, plus private lessons and seasonal intensives, at several New York locations.

“ages 9-13 · Jelly Jamz introduces jazz music to young children, ages 6 months to 4 years”

Lessons in 25+ instruments and voice “for age 3-93+”, with a dedicated placement form for new adult students. “Always Enrolling.” At 235 East 11th Street.

“Third Street provides lessons in more than 25 instruments and voice for age 3-93+.”

Registration is open and school starts Monday, September 14, 2026.

Improv, musical improv, sketch and character, stand-up and clown classes across two East Williamsburg venues, Eris Evolution and Pig Pen. A diversity scholarship is offered.

A stand-up course of five classroom sessions and one live performance, with a free video of it, taught in a limited class size. The performance is at the Comedy Cellar.

Improv Level One classes with several instructors, plus the Magnet Mixers — a Community Mixer and a Musical Mixer, with dates on their calendar.

“Open to students ages 12-17.”

Cost: Mixers are “Free for students, $5 for everyone else.”

Improv, stand-up and sketch classes plus drop-ins at 154 West 29th Street, with a second space at Pioneers Bar, 138 West 29th. Scholarships are offered.

Ages: “You must be 18 years of age or older to sign up for courses.”

Improv 101 through 401 in New York, in weekday, weeknight and weekend formats, once or twice a week, plus intensives.

Ages: “You must be at least 18 years old to sign up for our course.”

Around 100 short classes a month since 2010, at 190 Underhill Avenue in Prospect Heights and a second Brooklyn location.

Ages: “Please note our classes are all intended for adults only!”

Cost: Membership $130 a year, rising to $160, and including a $225 class gift certificate

Free programs for older adults across Brooklyn Public Library branches.

“over the age of 55”

Cost: Free

Programs and activities for older adults across Queens Public Library branches.

“older adults”

Cost: Free of charge

Science talks around the city. The 2026 events listed are ticketed — a $10 “Science After Dark” at Hudson River Park’s Wetlab on Pier 40, for one.

Cost: Tickets from $10 on the 2026 events listed

Tuesdays 6:30–8 PM at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, south of 118th Street. No audition and no fees.

Cost: Free

Non-audition singing, repertoire from the 1950s to today, with open enrolment three times a year. New members currently join a waitlist.

New members join a waitlist — that is the way in, not a closed door.

Eight non-audition choirs — Britpop, Brooklynite, B-Side, Metropop, Mixtape, Manhattanite, Playlist and Parkside — in cycles of about 10 to 11 sessions. New singers join the waitlist for the next cycle.

New members join a waitlist — that is the way in, not a closed door.

A New York institution and, in its own words, a pioneering voice for the LGBTQ community.

“New York City Gay Men's Chorus is a world-class, world-renowned New York institution and a pioneering voice for the LGBTQ community.”

Cost: All NYCGMC members must pay $300 in dues per year.

“No Auditions to Join.” Rehearsals at the Church of the Holy Apostles, 296 Ninth Avenue at West 28th Street.

The fall season starts Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM.

Entering a 50th anniversary season in 2026–27 with Considering Matthew Shepard and Carmina Burana. Auditions are open.

“the nation's first LGBTQ+ chorus”

A no-audition community choir meeting at the St. Frances Cabrini Shrine in Upper Manhattan.

A chorus for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and straight young people aged 13 to 22, run by Big Apple Performing Arts.

“lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and straight young people ages 13 to 22”

“lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and straight young people ages 13 to 22”

Rehearsals Tuesdays 7:30–9:30 PM at St John’s Church, 139 St John’s Place, Park Slope. Auditions run in August and early September, and by appointment through the year.

Ages: “Open by audition to adult orchestral musicians”

The season starts September 9, 2026; the first concert, “Petra and Wolfie”, is November 21, 2026 at the Brooklyn Museum.

Cost: 2026–27 dues: $450 for the full year from September, $275 half-year, $195 from April; sliding scale $125–225; plus a $55 registration processing fee

“A select, all-volunteer ensemble dedicated to high-quality music making” — the auditioned ensemble of the Metropolitan Music Community.

A community orchestra “open to qualified music students and adults of all ages”, rehearsing at Broadway Presbyterian Church, 601 West 114th Street.

The 2026–27 opening concert is Thursday, October 29.

An all-volunteer symphonic wind ensemble: “We strive to give every instrumental musician a place to play, regardless of ability level.”

“Performing on the Upper West Side since 1976”, supporting emerging conductors and artists alongside community players.

For “people who played a string instrument when younger and would like to start again, or those learning as an adult”. Rehearsals Sundays 2:45–4:45 PM at Open Jar Studios, 1601 Broadway, 11th floor.

“New York’s leading all-volunteer, community-based orchestra.” Rehearsals Thursdays 7–10 PM at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, 145 West 46th Street. You join by audition and interview.

Cost: Concerts are free, with a $20 suggested donation

“A Manhattan community orchestra, rehearsing at Lincoln Center since 2014”, from young professionals to avocational players. You join by email.

The next concert is Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM.

A volunteer orchestra founded in 2009 with over 100 musicians: “membership is open to all adult musicians regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity”.

“Queer Urban Orchestra (QUO) is the Northeast's only orchestra rooted in the LGBTQ+ community.”

Ages: “membership is open to all adult musicians”

New York City's symphonic and marching band for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies, formerly the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps. There are no auditions.

“The Queer Big Apple Corps (the new name of the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps) is New York City's premier symphonic and marching band, and provides the LGBTQ+ community and their allies with a supportive and friendly environment for musical and artistic expression”

Open play is free with a café purchase before 5 PM, plus Dungeons & Dragons and Magic nights. Three Manhattan locations: 2911 Broadway, 1462 First Avenue and 801 Broadway.

“specializes in after-school, weekend and day camp enrichment programs for children ages, 5-15 years old”

23 West 10th Street, open Mon and Wed–Fri 2 PM–midnight and Sat–Sun 9 AM–midnight; closed Tuesdays except for events.

“Scholastic (Under age 18) · Youth Resident (Age 18-21)”

Cost: Resident $350 a year, non-resident $200, senior 62+ $250, youth 18–21 $250, scholastic $250; a three-month trial is $125 and is creditable

Board games and a heavy Magic: The Gathering programme at 230 Thompson Street in Greenwich Village.

“We do ask that minors under the age of 14 remain accompanied by a parent or guardian.”

The American LGBTQ+ Museum's adult book club - a space for community and connection, bridging generations through storytelling.

“The American LGBTQ+ Museum's Book Club is a space for community and connection, bridging generations through the magic of storytelling, and illuminating our history and culture.”

A book club for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, run by the American LGBTQ+ Museum with the Cambria Heights branch of Queens Public Library.

“Lavender Literary Society Teens (LLS Teens!) is a vibrant and empowering book club for LGBTQ+ youth and allies hosted in partnership between the American LGBTQ+ Museum and the Cambria Heights branch of Queens Public Library.”

“a vibrant and empowering book club for LGBTQ+ youth and allies”

“No registration: just show up with a good book!” An hour of reading, then an hour of talking. Jefferson Market Library Wednesdays 6 PM; Nook Bushwick Saturdays 9 AM; Queer Quiet Reading at Lincoln Station in Crown Heights Mondays 6:30 PM; McCarren Park Mondays 6:30 PM; DeKalb Library selected Tuesdays 6 PM.

A Bryant Park session is listed for September 15 at 3 PM.

Cost: Free

Reading parties in Williamsburg, Astoria, the Upper West Side and Lower Manhattan.

Cost: $20–30 in person, $10 virtual; a “Passport” membership from $9 a month covers unlimited events

Brooklyn's primary provider of community space, programming and resources for LGBTQ+ Brooklynites.

“BCPC provides life-affirming services and community for Brooklyn's LGBTQ+ community. the primary provider of community space, programming, and resources for LGBTQ+ Brooklyn”

A network of older adult programs across Manhattan run by the Carter Burden Network.

“older adults 60 and older”

An older adult center at Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, 343 E 70th St. Membership is free.

“adults aged 60 and over”

Cost: Free membership

The Bronx's LGBTQ+ centre, built on the position that nobody should have to leave their neighbourhood to reach LGBTQ+ specific services.

“No individual should have to leave his, her, or their neighborhood to access LGBTQ+ specific services. All LGBTQ+ young people deserve a space to grow, learn, and flourish.”

A network of older adult centers run by Greenwich House. Their own page states the program is free for all adults 60+.

“adults 60+”

Cost: free for all adults 60+

Senior services at Henry Street Settlement, free of charge, in Spanish, Chinese and English.

“seniors”

Cost: Free of charge; services offered in Spanish, Chinese and English

A home and voice for LGBT people, their families and support systems in Long Island and Queens, including the Queens LGBT Center in Astoria.

“The LGBT Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is a home and voice for LGBT people, their families, and support systems in Long Island and Queens.”

“Queens Youth Group - Board Game Night (Ages 13-18)”

“Celebrating 20 Years”, running 50+ events a month — salsa, scavenger hunts, dim sum, bartending classes, speed dating, game nights and history walks. There is a free membership tier and a lifetime VIP tier.

An intergenerational social group for gay and bisexual men over 40, and younger men who appreciate mature men. Men of any legal age can join.

“New York Prime Timers is an intergenerational social group for gay and bisexual men over 40 and younger men who appreciate mature men.”

The city's own network of Older Adult Centers. Membership is free.

“ages 60 and older”

Cost: Free membership

A community of LGBTQ+ professionals and allies working in technology, with a New York City chapter.

“LGBTQ+ professionals and allies”

A network bringing together community-conscious LGBTQ+ professionals across all industries and career stages.

“OutPro brings together motivated, community-conscious LGBTQ+ professionals across all industries, throughout their careers.”

Senior centers and housing programs run by Project FIND.

“seniors”

Services and centres for LGBTQ+ elders, with five SAGE Centers across New York City.

“we have led the way in advocating for policies, services, and resources that empower LGBTQ+ elders to live openly and authentically”

A group serving the desi queer community of New York City - South Asian queer and trans people.

“Serving the desi queer community of New York City”

A community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers, with a youth drop-in centre among its services.

“The Center is a safe and affirming community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to access lifesaving services and make meaningful connections.”

“Youth Drop-In Center Where LGBTQ+ Youth connect & chill”

Dinners with strangers, booked through their app. “You’ll pay for your food and drinks at the venue.” There is an app-based fee as well, and the price is shown before you book.

Ages: “Anyone 18+ who's looking to form new friendships.”

A not-for-profit club offering social, educational and recreational Modern Western Square Dancing for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.

“Times Squares is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to encourage and provide social, educational, and recreational opportunities within the framework of Modern Western Square Dancing for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies.”

Cost: Annual membership dues are $65; $60 if paid prior to the Annual Meeting. Club nights are $15, and there is a free introduction.

A theatrical club, currently preparing to move to a new location while the clubhouse is under renovation.

Ages: “Prospective members must be at least 21 years of age.”

Joining is by membership enquiry and a Membership Committee process.

Central Park programmes including the 2026 Hope & Possibility 4M, and free weekly adaptive cycling. Guides sign up through their volunteer page.

“Team Achilles Kids' specific workouts for youth aged 3-21 are available in New York, NY and Houston, TX.”

Programs connecting volunteers with older adults across New York.

“older adults”

15,000 meals a day and 20,000 volunteers a year; shifts are booked through their volunteer system.

“Individuals age 13-15 are permitted to work in Meal Kit Assembly and/or Kitchen, but MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian. · Individuals age 16 and 17 can volunteer unaccompanied”

The world's largest collection of materials by and about Lesbians and their communities, gathered and preserved by volunteers in Park Slope.

“The Lesbian Herstory Archives exists to gather and preserve records of Lesbian lives and activities. home to the world's largest collection of materials by and about Lesbians and their communities”

Over 1,000 volunteer opportunities across the five boroughs, with 66,000 volunteers a year. You make an account and attend an orientation first.

“Children ages 5-13 can volunteer with a parent or legal guardian · Teens ages 14-17 can volunteer solo or with a parent/legal guardian”