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connecting the lgbtq+ community across new jersey

Gay Social brings the LGBTQ+ community together through in-person social events across New Jersey. We create welcoming spaces to meet people face-to-face, build friendships, and feel connected locally, without relying on trips into the city or online apps.

community close to home

Gay Social was created to make it easier to meet people and build community locally. As LGBTQ+ spaces have become fewer and more spread out across New Jersey, our events offer consistent, in-person opportunities to connect close to home in welcoming, low-pressure settings.

A group photo of Gay Social's picnic in the park coffee social event
Four women friends taking a group photo at an mixer event
A picture of three friends at a Gay Social happy hour event
A group photo at an axe throwing Gay Social event

featured upcoming lgbtq+ socials

With more than 100 LGBTQ+ social events happening throughout the year, Gay Social offers many ways to connect across the state. Check out some of these great featured events.

real people, real connections

Gay Social events are about conversation, laughter, and meeting people you might not otherwise cross paths with. Our gatherings create space for genuine community connection across the state.

Three gay friends holding pride flags at a coffee shop

how we bring people together

welcoming, social spaces

Gay Social events take place in dedicated, welcoming venues across New Jersey that are chosen to support conversation, connection, and a social atmosphere.

designed for good social vibes

Gay Social events take place in safe-space venues across New Jersey that are selected to support conversation, community, and connection. These are spaces designed for people to gather, talk, and feel at ease.

community managers to liaison

Each event is hosted by a Community Manager who welcomes attendees, helps make introductions, and supports an inclusive, comfortable atmosphere.

accessible and low pressure

We work to keep events free or low cost whenever possible by partnering with venues and sponsors, helping make in-person community more accessible.

our featured sponsors

Gay Social is supported by partners and sponsors who make our work possible and share our commitment to strengthening LGBTQ+ community and connection throughout New Jersey.

help us build community

Your support keeps the community growing. With your help, we can expand our programing, welcome more people, and continue building the kind of friendships that last a lifetime.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donations to Gay Social are tax-deductible.

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