LGBTQ+ History Month
About LGBTQ+ History Month (October)
LGBTQ+ History Month is a dedicated month to reflect on the often-overlooked contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in United States history. It is a celebration of LGBTQ+ individual contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the Month of October in the United States since 1994, to coincide with 10/11 National Coming OUT Day. While we honor those pioneers who paved the way, we also celebrate and acknowledge the history being made today as we look forward to a more equitable future for all.
Add your events to the LGBTQ+ History Month Calendar
- Submit your events to the University Events Calendar
- Tag it with Signature Programs and LGBTQ+ History Month. This will generate a feed of your event to this webpage.
- Please note that the event may take 2-3 days to show on the website.
Feature your event on the LGBTQ+ Center Newsletter and Social Media
We would love to feature your events in our October newsletter and on our social media pages. Please send your submissions with a flyer and description of the event to lgbtqsc@kent.edu. Click the button below to view our guidelines for newsletter and social media requests:
Fall 2024 LGBTQ+ History Month Events!
Join us for decorating the Downtown Kent Bridge in celebration of Rainbow Weekend and LGBTQ+ History Month! Please contact the LGBTQ+ Center with any questions.
Join the LGBTQ+ Center for a roundtable discussion centering around the topic of coming out. Please contact the LGBTQ+ Center to learn more.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the FJ Kluth Gallery in downtown Kent is hosting a Queer Art Show! Stop by to see art created by local queer artists.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the local circular marketplace Sun in Leo, located in downtown Kent, is hosting a Gender Affirming Clothing Swap! Stop by to drop off or discover gender affirming clothes.
Join the LGBTQ+ Center for the unveiling of the 2024 Flashes of Pride coming out posters! Please contact the LGBTQ+ Center to learn more.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Acorn Alley in downtown Kent is hosting a Rainbow Market! Visit Acorn Alley to explore the wares of LGBTQ+ vendors and merchants.
Hate is such a drag! Show your pride and support Kent State University’s LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund by participating in the Drag Race 5K! Participants are invited to walk, stroll, run, or roll their way along the route, beginning at 6pm on Friday, October 11.
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the family-owned and operated tabletop lounge Board and Bevy is hosting a Friday Night Social. Stop by for food, drinks, games, and socializing with others in the LGBTQ+ community and allies!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, the Zephyr Pub in downtown Kent is hosting a Drag Bingo night. Stop by for an evening of Drag Bingo to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month!
For Kent's Rainbow Weekend, Last Exit Books in downtown Kent is hosting an LGBTQ+ Open Mic Night! Stop by to see talented LGBTQ+ individuals and allies perform!