Your Letterboxd mutuals are about to become even more insufferable. Beat them to the best new queer films at OutfestNEXT. Enter to win tickets to a screening of your choice across four days, filmmaker conversations, and community at the LA LGBT Center's Village at Ed Gould Plaza next Thursday, 7/23 to Sunday, 7/26!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Do you want to see Delta Work go off? Come celebrate the 200th episode of Very Delta with a live filming of the episode with special guest Mariah Balenciaga at Hamburger Mary's LB on Wednesday, 7/29. Get tickets!

• Step into the world of West End Girl when Lily Allen brings the acclaimed album to The Greek on Monday, 9/21. Use code GREEK2026 to secure presale tickets!

• Six Sex is turning The Fonda into the hottest dance floor in LA on Tuesday, 9/22. Bring your best look, your loudest friends, and grab tickets before they're gone.

• Cain Culto is bringing the party to The Roxy on Thursday, 9/24! Be one of the first in line and unlock presale tickets with code WAVE before they go on sale to everyone else.

• Folksinger Willi Carlisle holds tight to the conviction that love is bigger than hate and that no one is expendable. Catch him live at Sid The Cat on Thursday, 12/17!

THE TASTIEST ICE CREAM IN LA

LA knows its ice cream, and so do you. We asked Gay DoLA readers where they’re getting the best scoops, soft serve, gelato, and frozen treats, and you absolutely came through. From neighborhood favorites to queer-approved hidden gems, here’s where to cool off and satisfy your sweet tooth this summer.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Heading to San Diego for Pride? Our friends at DoSD have your weekend covered with the best parties, events, LGBTQ+-owned businesses, local history, and everything else you need to celebrate like a local. Take a look!

• DTLA's biggest queer party is back. Celebrate 11 years of DTLA Proud from Friday, 8/28 to Sunday, 8/30, with three days of music, community, and unforgettable moments. Snag $25 tickets now before prices go up!

• Celebrate Indigenous Pride LA with a full free day of culture, community, and joy at Exposition Park, honoring Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer, and Indigenous LGBTQPAI+ communities on Sunday, 10/11.

WIN (GAY) STUFF

FEATURED