Join Gender Justice at their signature brunch as they celebrate 15 years of advancing gender equity and justice. Come together to reflect on Gender Justice’s progress and look ahead to the next chapter—marked by the launch of an ambitious new strategic plan to expand impact, strengthen rights protections, and continue shaping the future of gender equity through the law.

The morning will kick off with a cocktail-style brunch reception, followed by a program eligible for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit. This year’s program topic will be Equity and Inclusion in Women’s Sports – a discussion on the real issues facing women’s sports and the importance of trans inclusion.

Learn more, see the featured speakers, and get tickets: https://www.genderjustice.us/brunch/

One Voice Mixed Chorus, Minnesota’s premier LGBTQIA+ and allied ensemble, presents Protest Lines. This concert explores the role of music as a form of resistance and a testament to human resilience. Audiences will experience a dynamic blend of historical and contemporary protest songs that have galvanized movements and uplifted communities. Beyond performance, Protest Lines functions as a community sing-in: the chorus will teach audience members several protest songs in real time, transforming passive listening into active participation and equipping attendees with music to the streets, their community and civic actions. Learn more and stay tuned: https://www.onevoicemn.org/upcoming-events/protest-lines

The Courage+ Annual Gala is held each November in Milwaukee. Now in its 10th year, the Gala brings together more than 500 guests—including civic leaders, community partners, individual donors, and corporate sponsors—who share a common commitment to creating a safer, more affirming world for LGBTQ+ youth. It is one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in the state of Wisconsin, blending celebration with a powerful call to action. Tickets go on sale September 2nd 2025. Learn more here: https://courageplus.org/courage-family-gala-2025/.

The first annual Northeast Wisconsin Coming Out Day Celebration is an inclusive, community-building event designed to foster belonging, visibility, and support for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. The event is being hosted by the Northeast Wisconsin Rainbow Collective (NEW-RC). A new organization working to provide safe, inclusive, and intersectional spaces for collective joy, connection, and empowerment of LGBTQ+ people in Northeast Wisconsin. NEW-RC is currently located in the First Congregational Church near Downtown Oshkosh. The celebration will take place in the spacious basement lounge, bringing together a diverse array of local organizations, faith communities, and resource providers to create a welcoming, affirming environment for the queer community. The celebration centers on resource access. Participating groups include local LGBTQ+ organizations, interfaith partners (including Unitarian Universalist and Wiccan/Pagan communities), and service providers like our local food pantry, queer-friendly counselors, and public health representatives. Learn more and follow NEW-RC on Instagram and Facebook.

Queering Indigeneity is a multi-year, multi-generational project that celebrates the vision and diversity of 2-Spirit, Native queer, gender expansive artists in the Upper Midwest. Queering Indigeneity artists include Sharon Day, Ryan Young, Delia Touché, Awanigiizhik Bruce, Niibawi Ajijaak, Awanaabe Syverson, Zoe Allen, Naawakamigookwe Lera Hephner, Noah Polk, Madeline Treuer, Chewie Mason, Asin-Gwiiwizens, Sav Jonsa, Giiwedin, Nick Metcalf, and Penny Kagigebi. The exhibition will be on view at the Minnesota Museum of Art September 18, 2025–August 16, 2026. Learn more here: https://mmaa.org/queering-indigeneity/

Join The Link in examining the root causes of youth crime and breaking down harmful stigmas. Together, hear from youth with lived experience, and discover how The Link is building a stronger community by offering support instead of punishment. Learn more and get tickets here: https://thelinkmn.org/rise-for-change/

Annual community PRIDE celebration in Columbia Heights, MN! Each year neighbors and people from across the metro are drawn to this vibrant festival. The carnival atmosphere includes musical performances, storytellers, vendor booths, a pet parade, activities, food trucks, and more. Columbia Heights PRIDE is a family friendly event. Learn more here: https://heightsnext.org/events/pride/

Hosted by The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection, join the fun in celebrating The Center’s 21st year in operation. On September 6, 2025, at Riverside Park in La Crosse, WI, The Center will host Pride in the Park. The event will feature local businesses, organizations, and community members to support a joyful, fun, safe, and inclusive celebration of the Queer community. Learn more here: https://www.7riverslgbtq.org/pride-in-the-park