Hope y’all had a nice St. Patrick’s Day, didn’t get stuck in too terrible of Fest traffic, and had at least one good breakfast outdoors. Not much to report from the Qmmunity news desk other than the continued wearing away of trans rights under current federal and state administrations. More smarter people than I have pointed out what a stupid misdirect the whole anti-trans campaign is – pulled out right as approval rates dip due to the general ineptitude obvious to anyone with a brain – but, uh, that’s pretty cold comfort when you and the people you love are being treated like a ping-pong ball smacked around the political table.
In any case, here’s to a spring filled with good things happening to queer people, and not-so-good things happening to those who would harm them. What things, you may ask? I shan’t say. Use your personal private imagination and, for Pete’s sake, don’t post those thoughts online. A little op-sec, girlies, please.
Drag Queen Loteria
Thursday 19, the Brewtorium
Take up the cards with host Kelly Kline for this Hill Country Ride for AIDS fundraiser. 6pm.
Erica’s First Holy Shit
Thursday 19, Barrett’s Too
Right after a 7pm squeer dance lesson, Erica Nix screens this locally made feature for those who haven’t experienced the trippy and surreal saga. 9pm.
Tongue in Cheek: Family Reunion
Thursday 19, Swan Dive
Ivy Le returns to Bat City from Berlin to host the queer comedy open mic for one night only. 7pm.
SX Them
Friday 20, the Little Darlin’
Raise funds for Transgender Education Network of Austin while also enjoying the fabo Stupid Monday Records tunes of Rain Boar, Jeremiah Jackson, Honeybunny, Maiden Mother Crone, Hannah Sandoz, Powdered Wig Machine, and Dednamez. 5pm.
St. Patrick’s Party
Saturday 21, Cheer Up Charlies
Party planners QueerGxrl organize this lucky night with DJs Wavy Planet and Kick It spinning tunes to get you over the rainbow. 9pm.
The Third Annual PrEP Supreme Pageant
Saturday 21, Rain on 4th
Vivent Health hosts their third pageant celebrating the life-saving meds of PrEP. Theme’s sexual health history, with both the winner and runner-up receiving a cash prize. 7pm.
Coming Out: A Queer Stand Up Showcase
Saturday 21, Fallout Theatre
Host of podcast According to an Idiot Moe Christine wrangles this cavalcade of queer comics into a showcase that’ll have you laughing, loving, and absolutely living for it, honey. And it’s their two-year anniversary, too!
Queer Stoplight Party
Saturday 21, Elysium
Beep, beep: Select your color to match your relationship status at this Local Queer ATX party featuring burlesque, a livestream kissing booth, and dating games. Plus, Jos Tha DJ spins.
Drag Out 2026
Saturday 21, Highland Lounge
Help raise funds for the Austin Gay Men’s Chorus as its members dress in drag and attempt to win the crown. 7pm.
Drag Idol: The Traitors
Saturday 21, the Austin Eagle
The United Court of Austin hosts this final pageant of the XXXI season, all themed to the hit reality TV show. 6pm.
That FN Drag Brunch
Saturday 21, Wanderlust Wine
Bold and brash, this brunch hosted by Lady Grackle promises to serve “Big hair, big lashes, and big ol tiddies.” Justice and Naomi Evans fill out the lineup. 12pm.
Craft Club
Saturday 21, OutWellness
Get together with OutWellness and Transgender Education Network of Texas for a session of community quilting. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. 3pm.
Queer Eid
Saturday 21, RSVP for location
Enjoy a potluck with Khush ATX while celebrating Eid. They ask you bring a desi dish to share, dress nice, and be ready for karaoke.
Package Queer Market
Sunday 22, Package Austin
Shop your favorite local queer vendors over on South First. 12pm.
Let There Be LOVE Drag Brunch
Sunday 22, Wanderlust Wine Co.
Shady Lane’ll be pink and red after Hormona Lisa’s come through for this fabulous brunch featuring local support from Amber Nicole Davenport, Aria Rey, and host Eileen Dover. 12pm.
The Lonestar Cabaret
Sunday 22, Sagebrush
Event organizer Heels With the Spur presents this Texas-sized soiree featuring live aerial and burlesque, a mechanical bull, and tunes from the Pearlsnap Playboys and Nether Hour. 4:30pm.
Meet Cute
Sunday 22, Hyperreal Film Club
Find your filmic soulmate or just someone to see The Bride! with at Hyperreal’s second-ever romantic social. Drag cupids Aira Juliet and Damiana Divine will be on hand to help “facilitate connections,” in case y’all are a li’l shy. 3pm.
Raw Ride
Sunday 22, the Austin Eagle
Help raise funds for Project Transitions and go home with kinky art at this art show and auction presented in partnership by Top Drawer Thrift, Weird City Sisters, and the Eagle. Plus, live demos, body painting, professional photos, shaved ice, and more. 4pm.
Vixens of Volstead Queen of the Beach Drag Brunch
Sunday 22, Hotel Vegas
Have fun in the sun with your fav vixens May Magdalene, Veronica Valentine, and Mars alongside their beach buddies Travis Randy Travis and Monica Monae Davenport. DJ Killxgirl drops da beats. 12pm.
Fresh Meat: Chopped
Sunday 22, Highland Lounge
Who will take home the lip-sync battle crown from the competitor pool of Cali Gente, Hya Zakite, Kylie Kinks, Natasha Nova, Noe Carrera, Owen Alimony, Paris Heels, Sucia, Tigris, and Zelestial Celestial? You’ll have to see the show hosted by Eileen Dover to find out. 7pm.
Ginger Snaps Burlesque Presents Stripper Church
Sunday 22, Austin Garden & Studio
Here’s one service where you can’t bow your head – cuz you’d miss all the burlesque fun! Performers include Chola Magnolia, Lady Lola LeStrange, Zoja Exotica, the First Theydy, and head nun Ginger Snaps. 6pm.
Bronco 2
Monday 23, Sagebrush
Put on your boots and go dancing at this expert level line dance workshop featuring Country Fried Dance and DJ Ed West. 7pm.
Repo Man
Monday 23, Lynny’s on 12th
Ever wanted to catch this iconic Emilio Estevez performance while munchin’ on a “plate o’ shrimp” dinner? Lynny’s got you, with drink specials and popcorn helping raise money for a staff member recently hit by a real life repo. 6:30pm.
Muse
Tuesday 24, Firehouse Austin
Join hosts Embry Officially and Riot Girl for a show celebrating the spring equinox. In addition to performances by Damiana Divine, Ryan, and DJ Xoy, a vendor shop pops up with folks like Clown Couture and Purple Moss Vintage. 8pm.
Queer Trivia: Gaga
Tuesday 24, Cheer Up Charlies
What do y’all know about Stefani Germanotta? Test your Lady Gaga knowledge with the Little Gay Shop and host Aira Juliet at this monthly trivia night. 7:30pm.
Hannah Montana Tribute Show
Tuesday 24, Luxx
Get the best of both worlds with this combo drag show featuring Secret, Tallulah, Kylie Gorgeous, and Cupcake, and a watch party of Miss Montana’s 20th anniversary special. Nazareth hosts. 7pm.
Boyz of Austin Presents Dead Boyz
Wednesday 25, Elysium
Local gender diverse drag troupe found performing predictions of their own death on stage with the possible murder/accident weapons including chicken bones, jilted lovers, and supernatural forces. See more at 10:30pm.
The Killer of Sister George
Wednesday 25, AFS Cinema
This month’s edition of Queer Cinema: Lost and Found travels to 1968 for this adaptation of a hit play. Beryl Reid plays an older lesbian actress on the verge of a hysterical breakdown following her being written out of a soap opera – and losing her longtime GF. 7pm.
Sapphic Night Out
Thursday 26, Revenge
Local social group Sevens hosts another night out with cocktails, a great playlist, and tattoos by America Anallely Canchola. No ticket fee this time, but there’ll be an option to donate at the door. 7pm.
Glamp Glamp
Thursday 26, Lynny’s
Perform your best Ricki Lake or Tyra Banks for this talk-show themed open-mic show. Artist’s sign-up opens an hour before showtime. 7pm.
GLOWdown
Thursday 26, Elysium
Neon Rainbows paints their boots with black-light for this party featuring linedance lessons, a vendor market, and a very special guest appearance by JAVON. 8pm.
This article appears in March 20 • 2026.
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James Scott is a writer who has lived in Austin since 2017. He covers queer events, news, and anything pertaining to Austin’s LGBTQ community. Catch his work writing film essays for Hyperreal Film Club, performing in Queer Film Theory 101 at Barrel O’ Fun, or on his social media platforms: @thejokesboy on Twitter and Bluesky or @ghostofelectricity on Instagram.
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