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Daily Email - Thursday - 09/11/2025
The weekend approaches, Halloween is basically around the corner, and we're feeling ghoulishly giddy about all the debaucherous activities we'll most likely partake in. Before you descend into the depths, consider entering to win a pair of tickets to The Boulet Brothers' Dragula Season 666 Tour at Belasco Theater on Friday, 9/19!
JUST ANNOUNCED
What makes a Hunx and His Punx show special? Candy thongs, swinging scrotums, and the Bay Area band's particular mix of silly and serious. Win tickets to their Belasco Theater show on Saturday, 9/27!
LA-based all-female band L7 has been shaking up the grunge, metal, and punk scene since 1985. Win tickets with upgraded VIP balcony seating at Belasco Theater on Friday, 10/3 with Lunachicks and CSS!
Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream gets a queer remix as Red Ink Ensemble reimagines the classic at Moving Arts this October. Win it!
Queer Brooklyn indie-rock duo Boyish is hitting the Troubadour stage on Wednesday, 10/22. Win your way in!
The MAYHEM Ball isn't over just yet, Little Monsters! Mother is coming back for more. Lady Gaga is returning to The Kia Forum for four nights in February.
LOCAL QUEER LATINO-OWNED BUSINESSES
Nestled within this sprawling city is a treasure trove of entrepreneurial spirit, cultural richness, and flavors that tell stories of heritage and dreams. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Gay DoLA would like to highlight some of the incredible queer Latino-owned businesses that continue to uplift, inspire, and bolster their local communities.

THIS WEEKEND
🎟️ Win Tickets To The Fonda
The Fonda just booked a dream run: CMAT’s alt-country drama, Iniko’s futuristic soul, Model/Actriz’s sweaty chaos, Rico Nasty’s punk-rap fire, G Flip’s drum anthems, and MØ’s electro-pop.*
🎱 Ur Mom’s Pool Party 2
Tonight, 9/11 at First Street Pool Party (7:30PM)
Are you coming to Ur Mom’s? You bet you’re sweet ass you are. Play some pool, get a tattoo, get some gems on your teeth, or find something cute to fit yourself in. RSVP now!
✨ Bop To The Top
Tomorrow, 9/12 at Hollywood Palladium (8PM)
It's a High School Musical 2 summer! Join Bop To The Top for a celebration of Disney Channel playing HSM, Hannah Montana, and more songs from your favorite Disney stars!
💸 Drippin’
Saturday, 9/13 at Junior High (7PM)
Get ready to be Drippin’! Fantasy Suite’s thick and queer pole show is back at Junior High for a diamond-studded, opulent affair. Get tickets!
🍑 Peach PRC
Sunday, 9/14 at Teragram Ballroom (7PM)
Lesbian icon Peach PRC hits the Teragram Ballroom this Sunday. Don’t sleep, get tickets now, it’s “Perfect for You.”
LOCALS ONLY
Big news! We now have a date for the grand opening event for STORIES: The AIDS Monument. Mark your calendar and plan to be there!
Flag Magazine is preparing to launch its sophomore issue in early 2026. The local queer publication is fundraising to cover printing costs and maintain its high-quality, indie print. Support their mission by donating here!
National Voter Registration Day is coming up on Tuesday, 9/16, and your vote shapes your community. Local elections decide so much — schools, roads, safety, and more. There are thousands of elections happening across the country this year. Check your voter registration status or register today with HeadCount.