Upcoming Midwestern Lesbian Events
Queer Karaoke Anniversary
It's the anniversary of Queer Karaoke at Tokyo Kitty!!! how has it already been a year of singing and dancing together?! this time, we'll be joined by Fifi LeFay and Guad Ala Jara!!
all attendees must pre-register. registration is free and doesn't sign you up to sing karaoke.
Late Bloomer: An Evening for Sapphics 30 & Older
Join us at The Highball on April 19th from 7 pm to 10 pm for Late Bloomer, an evening dedicated to sapphics over 30! 💐
Whether you're newly out, finding community, or just looking to connect with other 30+ sapphics in a welcoming space, this event is for you. Enjoy great drinks, cozy vibes, and meaningful conversations with others in our community. 💖💐
Come solo or with friends! Either way, you're sure to leave with new connections and maybe even a few stories to share. See you there!
Bookmark Making Night
Join us at Homemakers Bar for a cozy and creative Bookmark Making Night! Whether you're a bookworm, an artist, or just looking for a fun, relaxing evening, this event is for you. We'll provide all the supplies: paper, markers, stickers, laminating materials, and more, so you can design the perfect bookmark to match your current read.
When: April 23rd • 6pm-9pm
Where: Homemakers Bar
Cost: Pay-what-you-can donation to help cover the cost of materials
Grab a cocktail, get crafty, and leave with a one-of-a-kind bookmark (or a few)! No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and love for books. See you there!
Not Your Average Sapphic Paint & Sip
Expect: an evening all about the Sapphic. With different motivators from different artists, guests can go whatever direction they choose. All supplies and a full complimentary bar featuring non-alcohol and alcohol based beverages. You choose how difficult you make your painting so all skill levels thrive together. People who think they would not like a paint and sip, this was made for you.
Y2K Red Carpet Dance Party
get your flip phones ready and layer everything! we’re throwing a full glam Y2K Red Carpet Party at Queen City Exchange! Think Ashley Tisdale in three skirts and a tank top over jeans. That’s the vibe. Swipe for outfit inspiration can you find caitlin?
Y2K pop + bangers all night
Red carpet photo ops
Juicy tracksuits, butterfly clips, low-rise chaos encouraged
set your AIM away message and let’s party like we just burned a mix CD for our crush
Sapphic Sunday Funday
Join us on Sunday, April 27th, from 4 PM to 7 PM at Binski’s Bar for an afternoon of drinks, community, music, and a sapphic cornhole tournament! Whether you're here to compete or just want to vibe with good people, this is the perfect way to wrap up your weekend.
Drinks: Enjoy craft cocktails, beer, and more!
Music: A sapphic soundtrack to set the mood
Community: Connect with other queer women & sapphic folks
Cornhole Tournament: Grab a partner and show off your skills!
No team? No problem! We’ll help match up players so everyone can join in the fun. Come for the competition, stay for the connections. See you there!
Sapphic Cooking Class
Join Midwestern Lesbian and Tablespoon Cooking Co. for this very special happy hour cooking class! Following along with our chef-instructor, you'll make a fun appetizer and cocktail. Each station has pre-measured ingredients and equipment as well as a video monitor so you can follow along with our chef-instructor. In this one-hour, hands-on workshop, you'll make a delicious whipped ricotta + garlic crostini appetizer as well as an espresso martini. Tickets are sold individually, but all guests will work in pairs. So, if you're coming alone or in a group of 3 or 5, you' may be paired up with another guest to cook.
Cornfed & Queer: LGBTQ+ Bar Crawl
Ope! Our spring bar crawl is back, and midwestern as ever! Cornfed & Queer, a LGBTQ+ bar crawl inspired by the midwest! Join us on April 12th as we crawl through Over-The-Rhine in flannel, overalls, and camo.
Queer Clay Night
Join us on April 11th at 7pm for a night of community and hand building pottery at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a clay hand building class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! BYOB!
New Connections
Looking to expand your circle and meet new people in a fun, welcoming environment? Join us for New Connections, a casual and inclusive social mixer designed to help you build friendships, spark meaningful conversations, and grow your community.
Whether you're new to the area, looking for queer-friendly spaces, or just want to connect with like-minded folks, this event is for you! Expect engaging icebreakers, relaxed vibes, and plenty of opportunities to chat with new faces.
Come solo or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with new connections.
Questions & Queeries: Pop Culture Trivia
Join us at HomeMakers Bar on Tuesday, April 9th, for a night of queer trivia, cocktails, and community! Test your knowledge of LGBTQ+ pop culture, from iconic movies and TV shows to legendary musicians and historical moments.
🕕 6PM - 9PM
🍸 Happy Hour until 7PM
🧠 Trivia starts at 7PM
Gather your team (or come solo and make new friends) for a fun, welcoming, and slightly competitive night celebrating queer culture. Prizes, bragging rights, and good vibes are on the line!
📍 HomeMakers Bar | 39 E 13th St, Cincinnati, OH
💖 Free to play | 21+
See you there, trivia queens, kings, and everyone in between! 🌈🔥
Mix Tape Swap
join us for a modern mix tape swap
next Wednesday at HomeMakers Bar! 💿🎶
make a mix or share your favorite playlist! find new
music and meet new people! bring physical cds, QR
codes, or send directly to your peers. swapping starts
at 6pm until 9pm! happy hour until 7pm 🍻
Sapphic, Trans & Gender Non-Conforming Self Defense Class
In a world where safety isn’t always guaranteed, protecting yourself is an act of power and resilience. This self-defense class is specifically designed for the sapphic, trans, and gender non-conforming community, providing essential tools to navigate risky situations with confidence. 💪
Join us for this 3-hour workshop where you’ll learn immediate mental, verbal, and physical responses to boundary violations, harassment, and physical assault. Led by the expert team at Thrive Empowerment Center, this course empowers you to protect yourself and your community during these challenging times.
Through engaging discussions, role play, and hands-on technique practice, we’ll cover all 5 safety principles of Empowerment Self Defense—Think, Yell, Run, Fight, Tell—in a safe and supportive environment.
This event is exclusively for the sapphic, trans, and gender non-conforming community. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Light snacks will be provided.
Pronoun Button Making Night
celebrate who you are by making your own pronoun button with us at HomeMakers on March 26th from 6pm to 9pm!
all crafting supplies provided!
a pay what you can donation is suggested to cover cost of supplies
Know Your Rights: A Community Discussion
Join Midwestern Lesbian and the ACLU of Ohio for Know Your Rights: A Community Discussion on March 23rd from 1 pm to 3 pm at COhatch in Findlay Market. In this informative event, we'll cover essential topics like abortion care, gender-affirming care, your rights while protesting, and what to do if you’re stopped by the police. Empower yourself with the knowledge you need to navigate today’s legal landscape confidently.
Space is limited, and everyone must sign up to attend! Don’t miss out—secure your spot today and be part of this crucial conversation!
Queer Open Mic Night
Join us for Queer Open Mic Night with Quills & Queers on March 21st at Roebling Books in Newport, KY, from 6pm to 9pm! Whether you're a poet, storyteller, or performer, this is your chance to share your voice in a welcoming and supportive space.
$5 suggested cover
Sign-ups start at 6pm, with the open mic starting at 6:30pm
We ask that each reading stay to 5 minutes or less to ensure everyone has a chance to share.
Come connect with the queer community, enjoy the creativity of fellow artists, and celebrate the power of storytelling. See you there!
Coloring Book Night
Join us for an evening of coloring, LGBTQ+ community, food and drinks!
all coloring materials will be provided, or bring your own! event starts at 6pm, happy hour until 7pm, and we'll be hanging out until 9pm! see y'all there!
Lighter Decorating Party
Join us at Oro Beauty with Retro Smoke Co. for a day of lighter decorating! Create your own personalized lighter for yourself or a friend! Lighters and all decorating materials and light bites provided with your ticket!
BYOB! All ages welcome, must be 21+ to consume alcohol
Queer Pottery Night
Join us on March 14th at 7pm for a night of community and wheel-throwing pottery at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a clay wheel-throwing class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! BYOB!
Patch Night
next week!! we'll be patching it up at HomeMakers! bring those iron on patches that have been collecting dust in your drawer and get them pressed onto anything you want! starts at 6pm and goes until 9pm! happy hour until 7pm see y'all there!
Sapphic Kicks
we're playing kickball with Hotmess Sports!!! join us for Sapphic Kicks, a free open play sapphic kickball game at Salway Park! come to play or come to watch!
Sapphic Sips
join us for an evening of sapphic community at Brewdog Cincinnati!! drinks (draft beer and a full bar), food, games photo booth and more! starts at 7pm, see y'all there! 🧡
The White Lotus Party
welcome to paradise. 🪷 get ready for an evening of island vibes, florals and impulses. music by midwestern lesbian. starting at 9pm and going until 1am. see you vacationers there. we promise these gays won't try to m*rder you 😘
An Evening of Queer Networking
join us for An Evening of Queer Networking with Midwestern Lesbian and COhatch! this evening is meant to serve as an opportunity to meet and mingle with other queer professionals in the Cincinnati area! we'll provide beverages, light bites, conversation starters, and more! PLUS COhatch will be offering 2 weeks of free coworking/20% off coworking memberships to everyone that attends! This event is available for anyone 18 and older
Sign up through the link below!
Sticker Trading Night
We know that you have a collection of stickers that you don’t know what to do with. Come and trade them on Wednesday with us at HomeMakers! Everyone who attends will get a raffle ticket to win a one year subscription to our Queer Sticker Club!!
Queer Karaoke Night
We’re back with another Queer Karaoke Night! Join us for a night of singing, drinks, dancing, and DRAG!! We’ll be joined by the talented Indica Blows and Fifi LeFay for Queer Karaoke Night! Register through the link below!
Blind Date with a Book
Join us at Homemakers Bar on Monday, February 19th, from 6–9 PM for a cozy and mysterious literary swap! ✨
Bring your favorite book, wrapped in plain paper, with a vague description written on the front—no titles, no author names, just a few intriguing hints to spark curiosity. Then, trade with others and discover your next unexpected read!
Come for the books, stay for the drinks, and meet fellow book lovers in a fun, low-pressure setting. Who knows? Your next favorite story might find you! 📖💕
No registration required—just show up with a book and an open mind! See you there. 🍸
Sapphic Sips Anniversary Party
one year with our incredible sapphic community and there's so much to celebrate! 🥰
join us at Rhinegeist's Signature Room for a high end cocktail party featuring live music, raffle baskets, drinks, desserts and more!
this is a ticketed event with limited capacity, so be sure to grab your tickets now before they sell out! VIP option available
Valentine Making Night
Valentine Making Night at HomeMakers Bar ❤️🎨💌
Join us for a cozy and creative Valentine Making Night at HomeMakers Bar on Monday, February 12th, from 6 PM to 9 PM! Midwestern Lesbian is bringing all the crafting supplies you need to make the cutest (or spiciest) valentines for your friends, crushes, or future exes. ✂️✨
What to Bring:
💌 A valentine box to collect your traded valentines! Decorate it beforehand or get crafty with us at the event.
What to Expect:
🎨 All the supplies to make the perfect DIY valentines
💞 A fun, queer-friendly space to craft, sip, and connect
🍸 Delicious drinks available from HomeMakers Bar
💖 Optional but appreciated donations to Midwestern Lesbian to keep these community events free & fabulous!
Come solo or bring your besties—just be ready to craft, trade, and spread the love. See you there! 💕
The Big Slay Football Watch Party
we're watching football with gay people!! join us at Brewdog Cincinnati for S*per B*wl Sunday!! we'll have games, gays, drink specials, food and more!! party starts at 6pm, game starts at 6:30pm! who knows, maybe they'll kiss??
Queer Pottery Night
The first Queer Clay Night sold out SO FAST that we're hosting another with Queen City Clay! Join us on February 7th at 7pm for a night of community and hand building pottery at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a clay hand building class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! BYOB! Tickets available through the link below. See y'all there!
Sapphic Dart Tournament
Join us for a Sapphic Dart Tournament at Binski’s Bar, hosted by Midwestern Lesbian! We’ll be playing the game of Cricket.
Check in starts at 6:30pm
Games start at 7pm
Sign up through the link below!
Black LGBTQ+ Icons Singo
Join us for an evening of Black LGBTQ+ Icons music for Black LGBTQ+ Icons Singo! Hosted by Vanta Black & Manuka Honey Stix-Chimera! Happy Hour from 6pm to 7pm, game starts at 7pm!
LGBTee Mini Golf Night
FORE!! 🏌️♂️ join us for a night of putt putt at Par 3 in newport! Par 3 is an innovative and modern approach to traditional mini golf. Focused on competitive socializing, merging interactive gameplay with a vibrant, lively atmosphere to engage guests of all skill levels and ages! tickets available on the Par 3 website or at the door! see y’all there! ⛳️
Board Game Night
Join us at HomeMakers Bar for Board Game Night with Midwestern Lesbian! We'll have a wide variety of board games and card games! Feel free to bring your own to play with some new or old friends! Game play starts at 6pm, happy hour until 7pm and we'll be playing until 9pm! See y'all there!
Queer Open Mic Night
calling all queer writers!! join us for a queer open mic night at @redtree_lounge with @quills_and_queers_cincy on January 25th from 7pm to 10pm! come to read what you've written or listen to some great local writers! ✍️
Sign up starts: 7pm
Open Mic Starts: 7:30pm
Queer Pottery Night
Join us on January 24th at 7pm for a night of community and hand building pottery at Queen City Clay with Midwestern Lesbian! Tickets include a clay hand building class with Queen City Clay, one creation, glazing and firing! BYOB! Tickets are LIMITED and available now!
SOLD OUT